Airlie Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
Airlie Gardens
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.
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 beautiful beaches 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.
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
THE Wilmington History, Haunts & Breweries E-Bike Tour (4 hr)
Top hotels in Airlie
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Kind, friendly staff and a nice quiet beach, but they has a consistent shortage of beach towels, shower towels, and shampoo products, etc. Just a little too far to walk to restaurants & ice cream shops, etc.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Just don’t stay here it’s not worth the money. The staff is always rude I was asked to by one of the vallet guys for money I thought that was odd considering it’s a complementary service. They don’t have room service and the ‘view’ is a waterfront look over a dirty polluted river. Also don’t stay ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn University
Great location and extremely clean. Our room was very clean and very comfortable. The staff were very nice. Great location with many food options around.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
The hotel was amazing. Very clean with a spacious room. Plus a Starbucks in the lobby.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
There was hair everywhere!! In both beds, under the sheets, on top of the sheets, in the shower, on the floor, in the towels literally EVERYWHERE!!! Only one elevator working and the stairwell lights were out.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
From the time we checked in to the time we checked out everything was perfect . This would definitely be my go to hotel when I go to Carolina Beach.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Airlie
Wrightsville Sound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.
Mayfaire
If you're spending some time in Mayfaire, Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire 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.
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.
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.
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.
