South Front District Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit South Front District
Stay near popular South Front District attractions
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Top hotels in South Front District
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"We had a great time, we'll be back. Thanks everyone."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Comfort Inn University
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"The rooms are a little small"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"Steven in the restaurant/bar very accommodating . Sad no chef in restaurant. Forced us to go out in a major rain storm with flooded roads. Overall great stay! Will visit again"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Staff was excellent. Great view of river and battleship. Good size room had plenty of space for rollaway. Lobby and restaurants and pool area were nice. Parking was convenient but don't park in the lowest spots - we saw a couple cars flooded after a heavy rain. I would stay there again. Good for ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"Excellent clean room, Staff professional and friendly, close to everything"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in South Front District
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, 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 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.
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.
