Riverfront District Travel Guide

Wilmington

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Stay near popular Riverfront District attractions

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Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿4,016
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿666
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

฿803
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿666
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿837
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

฿837
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Riverfront District

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,206 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,206
฿5,883 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,613 reviews)
"Good spot downtown and great view of the river. Building is a little dated but they've done a nice job of sprucing it up. Great for a weekend get away."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is ฿6,130 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿6,130
฿6,927 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,068 reviews)
"We enjoyed everything about the property"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,392 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,392
฿6,092 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (607 reviews)
"The place was great love bar area."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,023 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,023
฿5,676 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (920 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean property with all the amenities two blocks from the river. We loved the garden, the outside bar, and the attractively decorated rooms."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,810 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,810
฿5,435 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"The front desk staff was very kind and helpful."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,094 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,094
฿5,756 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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Where to stay in Riverfront District

Find the best Riverfront District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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.

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Wrightsville Sound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.

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.

Riverfront District Travel Guide