Airlie Travel Guide

Wilmington

A cityscape with a prominent bridge, waterfront, and historic buildings.
A butterfly on a purple flower.

Stay near popular Airlie 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

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿3,971
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿659
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

฿794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿659
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

฿2,961
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿827
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Top hotels in Airlie

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿5,462 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿5,462
฿7,046 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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 ...
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,707 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,707
฿3,059 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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 ฿3,798 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,798
฿4,292 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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. ...
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 ฿3,188 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,188
฿3,602 total
2 Sept - 3 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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,265 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,265
฿4,820 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,947 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,947
฿3,330 total
21 Sept - 22 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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (258 reviews)
"Could use a better breakfast but good overall."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
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Where to stay in Airlie

Find the best Airlie areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A historic white building with columns, a fountain, and lush green trees.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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