Northside Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
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.
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
Bellamy Mansion Museum
Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Top hotels in Northside
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Convenient airport shuttle
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Sleep Inn
Quiet, clean
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Breakfast was limited due to the holiday, can't really review that. Area was great.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Checking in was easy, staff was friendly. The room was clean and the ocean front view was amazing!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Clean room, friendly staff and great views!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
My family really enjoyed our stay for the most part. The only issue we had was getting new towels. I had asked an employee at 1pm for towels and when I came back to my room after 10pm. I didn’t have clean towels, so I had to go back down and get clean towels. The hotel should also let guest know ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northside
Brooklyn Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion 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.
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.
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.
Dry Pond
While Dry Pond 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.
