The Bottom Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 beautiful beaches 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.
Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Bottom
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Fantastic ocean beach view from the balcony! Could see Wilmington buildings a few miles to the South. Shell Island Resort is at the end of the beach road! Walk the beach 1.5 miles northward the the ocean "river" flowing into the salt water marsh...Amazing!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Hotel facility was not up to the premium Hilton standard for that price...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Don't eat the breakfast
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
Great staff Great parking Great room Great free breakfast 5 start
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Everything was good
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Room clean. Excellent staff. Only disappointment was the pool being repaired. The beach was clean and beautiful!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Bottom
Soda Pop District
Though Soda Pop District 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 Cape Fear Museum.
Dry Pond
While Dry Pond 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.
Carolina Place
While there might not be top attractions in Carolina Place, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cape Fear Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.
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, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.
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.
