Avondale Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Avondale
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Top hotels in Avondale
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Room was very small for 3 adults. It was clean and staff was helpful. Has to ask for towels and bed linen for sleeper sofa even though we booked for three adults and a child. No problem getting extra towels but would have been nice to have the room stocked for what we reserve for. Other than that, ..."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"On the riverwalk across from the battleship New Jersey for nice sunsets. Very close to where the walking tours start downtown. Air conditioning worked so well. Lots of excellent shops nearby like The Black Cat. Great restaurants of all types in walking distance. Ice cream shops open late and lots ..."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"The only thing I would comment about is the fact that the pool did not have any shade."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Avondale
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.
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.
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.
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.
