Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington





Visit Downtown Wilmington
Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions
Things to do

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

Cape Fear River Leisure Kayak Family-Friendly Adventure

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

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Beautiful view from my room and the staff was lovely. Only downside was there wasn’t any working ice machines and it was so hot."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
"I really enjoyed this hotel. The property repurposed old railroad buildings that had once defined the area. Great touch. My lone heads-up to people would be that our room (#607) was an open concept type of room with minimalist barriers. So if someone is in the shower, the whole room feels the humidity. ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington
"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

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

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

Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.












