Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide

Wilmington

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Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions

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Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/10 (425 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿3,971
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿659
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

฿794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿659
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

฿2,961
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿827
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,724 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,724
฿5,338 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,102 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿5,102
฿5,765 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,112 reviews)
"Wonderful last minute getaway!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,609 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,609
฿4,079 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and clean rooms! Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,288 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿5,288
฿5,976 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (636 reviews)
"Comfortable bed, clean and quiet room. Limited food choices in the restaurant. Otherwise, it was a great experience."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,609 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,609
฿5,208 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
ARRIVE Wilmington
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,449 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,449
฿5,027 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Overall quite nice"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

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Riverfront District

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.

Landfall

While there might not be top attractions in Landfall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.

The Bottom

While The Bottom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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Wrightsville Sound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.

Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide