Riverfront District Travel Guide

Wilmington

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Stay near popular Riverfront District attractions

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Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/10 (425 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿4,006
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

฿801
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿664
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿664
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿835
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

Gilded and Grit - History & Architecture Walking Tour

฿835
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Gilded and Grit - History & 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 ฿4,095 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,095
฿4,627 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿4,370 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,370
฿4,938 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,123 reviews)
"The hotel looks and feels very nice. Beautiful inside, excellent location, several elevators, nice views. Area around is clean, quiet, direct access to the Riverwalk. Our room was large, clean and nice. Beds were comfy, large bathroom and overall nice. The only issue we had was AC - it did not work, ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 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 ฿4,245 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿4,245
฿4,796 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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. ...
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,831 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,831
฿4,329 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,204 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,204
฿4,751 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
ARRIVE Wilmington
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

2.5 out of 5
225 Grace St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,095 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,095
฿4,627 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (975 reviews)
"Mold on the curtains caused a coughing spell."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
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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.

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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Wrightsville Sound

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

Riverfront District Travel Guide