Brooklyn Arts District Travel Guide
Wilmington
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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.
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.
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.
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
THE Wilmington History, Haunts & Breweries E-Bike Tour (4 hr)
Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC
Top hotels in Brooklyn Arts District
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Clean rooms. Staff was nice and very helpful. In walking distance to downtown.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Location is absolutely beautiful. I loved the king suite. They're was plenty of room to relax and the ocean view was spectacular.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Friendly staff , clean a lot of food and stores in walking distance
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn University
The hotel itself was nice. The parking lot was my only issue. The parking spots for your car are very narrow and very difficult to park in.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Everything was great! The room was spacious, very clean with a great ocean view.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Staff was so nice!! Rob at front called when our room was ready....tiki bar was great!! Great views
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Brooklyn Arts District
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.
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.
Northside
Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Soda Pop District
Though Soda Pop District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.
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 and Bellamy Mansion Museum.
