Pineywoods Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
Riverwalk
After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the student vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington during your visit to Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Battleship North Carolina
Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.
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.
Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Pineywoods
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Had so many issues. Was told our room was ready when it wasn’t. Onsite restaurant was closed the entire time of our stay from Sunday-Wednesday. Pull out sofa mattress had stains and smelled. Dirty utensils in the drawer. Resort was out of pool towels and hotel towels. Dining table was almost falling ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Rooms were super clean and nice. Just truly wished there was a fridge.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
It was wonderful! Clean, friendly, close to everything.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Great value
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Location was great and staff were kind and helpful, however the room itself was not maintained well and had mold and mildew. We almost had to cut our stay short if it weren’t for the can of Lysol we sprayed everywhere and after tying up the curtains. We couldn’t close them due to not being able to ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pineywoods
Winter Park
While Winter Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park.
Seagate South
While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Audubon
Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Devon Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Devon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
New Market Center
While there might not be top attractions in New Market Center, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
