Things to do in Wilmington
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Tours & day trips
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Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour
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Half-Day E-Bike Tour of Wilmington's History, Haunts & Breweries
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Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise
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1 Hour Private Tarot Reading in Wilmington
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly 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.
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.
New Hanover County Arboretum
Explore the great outdoors at New Hanover County Arboretum, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Areas of Wilmington
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear River and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
River District
If you're spending some time in River District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts 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.
Airlie
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airlie and surrounding area, you can visit Airlie Gardens and New Hanover County Arboretum.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Battleship North Carolina.
