Oleander 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.
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 Oleander
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
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
The air conditioning was not functioning properly. The room was very warm during our 1 night stay, and it was hard to fall asleep due to the conditions.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
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Reviewed on 15 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
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
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
Other neighbourhoods around Oleander
Forest Hills
While Forest Hills 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.
Audubon
Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Devon Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Devon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
