Shipyard Plaza Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Shipyard Plaza
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shipyard Plaza
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Clean facility and friendly staff. The second elevator needs to be fixed. And more consistency in the dining area. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay looking forward to next year."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"The room was very clean . Breakfast was a little buffet ."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"This was our second time staying here. We have been overly impressed both times. Walking distance to alot of things, clean rooms and friendly staff. We love this place."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
The Sand Dunes
"Excellent place for a low key vacation. Close to the pier and nice dining close by as well. Room was clean and exactly like the pictures. Great proximity to the beach. Enjoyed my stay."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Shipyard Plaza
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 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 SUP.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.
