Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide

Wilmington

A wooden pier extending into calm water with a covered seating area and a bridge in the background.

Stay near popular Wrightsville Sound attractions

Airlie Gardens

8.8/10 (236 reviews)
After visiting Airlie Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Things to do

Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

฿1,640
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿653
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

฿787
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿653
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿820
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Sunset Cruise with Live Music

฿1,476
per adult
Sunset Cruise with Live Music
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Top hotels in Wrightsville Sound

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 out of 5
1989 Eastwood Rd Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,326 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
฿4,326
฿4,888 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, could use some upgrades to the wear and tear items like carpet and trim. Pool and breakfast were nice."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,651 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,651
฿6,150 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,747 reviews)
"The hotel does not appear to be cleaned very often. Elevators were dirty, balcony was dirty,. Place handheld showerhead on the shower floor because it was dripping and placed a washcloth underneath it and in the morning the cloth was black. The hot tub was not working because the switch was completely ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,556 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿2,556
฿2,888 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,192 reviews)
"The bed very dairy the bathroom very very"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,826 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,826
฿3,193 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,715 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,715
฿4,198 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Breakfast pancakes are the bomb."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,248 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,248
฿3,671 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (550 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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Where to stay in Wrightsville Sound

Find the best Wrightsville Sound areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A ship silhouette against a sunset.
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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.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District 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.

A boat docked at a pier with a building in the background.
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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 Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide