Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Wilmington Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Cape Fear Community College
Explore the campus of Cape Fear Community College during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
You can enjoy a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
The Cotton Exchange
During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Latimer House
You can study the exhibits at Latimer House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Wilmington Railroad Museum
You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Things to do
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025
ARRIVE Wilmington
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Wilmington
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Brooklyn Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Northside
Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Forest Hills
While Forest Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.
Sunset Park
While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.