Northside Travel Guide

Wilmington

A cemetery with rows of white headstones, a brick pathway, and trees in the background.
A roundabout with a central fountain, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Stay near popular Northside attractions

Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery

6.0/10 (2 reviews)
Enjoy a stop at Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Wilmington. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

฿1,687
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿4,049
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

฿810
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿671
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿671
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿844
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Top hotels in Northside

Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,799 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿2,799
฿3,163 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,620 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay! Everything was great!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Comfort Inn University
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿4,349 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,349
฿5,817 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,814 reviews)
"Paint was peeling off the walls."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,294 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿2,294
฿2,592 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,246 reviews)
"Everything except the breakfast was goid. No Milk for cereal or paper plates for anything, only bowls. Same for both mornings Shower was extremely slippery, almost fell several times,"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes

2 out of 5
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
The price is ฿2,913 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿2,913
฿3,393 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kure Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (856 reviews)
"Overall great place. Comfy beds, great pillows, clean and great view."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

The Sand Dunes
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,156 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,156
฿3,566 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel and everyone was helpful and friendly!"

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is ฿4,119 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿4,119
฿4,655 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Everyone was very nice and friendly. The breakfast was good; however, could have been better if there were pastries and actual scrambled eggs."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
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Where to stay in Northside

Find the best Northside areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The Alton L. Lemnion Federal Building, a United States Court House, with palm trees and a flag.

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.

A river with a bridge, a cityscape, and a forested area.

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.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

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.

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 Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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