Dry Pond Travel Guide
Wilmington

Visit Dry Pond
Things to do

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Dry Pond

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Good two night stay."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn University
"Loved that breakfast was included it’s what I look for when booking a hotel."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"Helpful staff and great location near medical centers!"
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The furniture and rugs throughout need to be replaced. Things seemed worn out. The hotels location is amazing!"
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

The Sand Dunes
Where to stay in Dry Pond

Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, 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 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.

Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 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.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.











