Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington

A river with a bridge, a cityscape, and a forested area.
A historic white building with columns, a fountain, and lush green trees.
A waterfront promenade with a metal pier, trees, and a building with a red roof.
A large white building with columns and arched windows.
A historic train station with a large steam locomotive, a brick building labeled "Atlantic Coast Line Rail Road," and a covered waiting area.

Stay near popular Wilmington Historic District attractions

A waterfront promenade with a metal pier, trees, and a building with a red roof.

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

RM483
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

RM360
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

RM201
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour

RM322
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

RM97
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

RM80
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Wilmington Historic 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 RM598 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
RM598
per night
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,689 reviews)
"❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 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 RM632 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM632
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,114 reviews)
"Fabulous convenient place to stay when attending concerts nearby"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 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 RM655 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
RM655
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (641 reviews)
"I would like if some.rooms were used for no pets due to the linger of pet odor and pet allergies. But overall it was a nice and clean place. But 25 a day for self.parking was a little much but next time I'll do alternative to that. Otherwise it was a great hotel and it was as shown in the photos. ..."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 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 RM611 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
RM611
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (950 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Room was beautifully decorated. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 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 RM475 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM475
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Location was perfect"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
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 RM498 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
RM498
per night
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (967 reviews)
"A coworker stayed while at a training session and he was cared for well!"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
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Where to stay in Wilmington Historic District

Find the best Wilmington Historic District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A ship silhouette against a sunset.
Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
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Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

A boat docked at a pier with a building in the background.
Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Open Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com

Riverfront District

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 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 Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

A wooden pier extending into calm water with a covered seating area and a bridge in the background.

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.

Wilmington Historic District