Avondale Travel Guide

Wilmington

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University of North Carolina at Wilmington

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.

University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Riverwalk

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.

Riverwalk
Battleship North Carolina featuring heritage elements as well as a small group of people

Battleship North Carolina

5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Battleship North Carolina
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens

Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a performance at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Bellamy Mansion Museum which includes a house, heritage architecture and a fountain

Bellamy Mansion Museum

4/5(1 review)

Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.

Bellamy Mansion Museum

Things to do

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

฿844
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

฿2,889
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

฿25,966
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

฿29,211
per traveller
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Masonboro Inlet departure from Wrightsville Beach

Sunset Sail Tour

฿3,733
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail Tour
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour

฿2,434
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Avondale

Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿2,309 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿2,309
฿2,609 total
25 Sept - 26 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Not a bad hotel for the price. Moderately clean, quiet and close to the beach. Lots of places to shop nearby too. Would def book again!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Sleep Inn
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,484 reviews)
Nice location for a short stay
"The resort is an older property and there are some signs of wear, but it has been well maintained overall. Inside, our unit was comfortable and clean. There was a large dead roach outside our door in the corridor. It was never removed. The restaurant was great for breakfast. We did not eat other ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
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 ฿4,104 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿4,104
฿4,638 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,273 reviews)
"Everything walkable"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿3,258 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,258
฿3,681 total
21 Sept - 22 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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,161 reviews)
"Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn University
Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove

2 out of 5
701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ฿4,107 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿4,107
฿4,641 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (454 reviews)
"It was a good stay. The drawers smelled like mold so we didn’t utilize that, but everything else was good."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Pirates Cove
Trailborn Surf & Sound

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ฿6,140 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿6,140
฿8,332 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (152 reviews)
"We had a great visit - the grounds are really expansive, so there are many little pockets to relax, from the pool to beach, pool bar and corn hole/Adirondack chairs. The room was clean with good coffee. The daily destination fee covers towels, beach chairs and umbrella. The location is really great ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
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Other neighbourhoods around Avondale

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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 Mayfaire Town Center.

Winter Park
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Pineywoods

Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Mayfaire Town Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pineywoods
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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 New Hanover County Arboretum.

Seagate South
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Devon Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Devon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Battleship North Carolina.

Devon Park
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Lincoln Forest

While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Battleship North Carolina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lincoln Forest
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Audubon

Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Battleship North Carolina.

Audubon

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