Downtown Wilmington
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Popular places to visit
Wilmington Convention Center
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.
Cape Fear Community College
Explore the campus of Cape Fear Community College during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
You can enjoy a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
The Cotton Exchange
During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Children's Museum of Wilmington
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Wilmington during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Latimer House
You can study the exhibits at Latimer House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Things to do
Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC
History and Architecture Walking Tour
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Yes staff excellent
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Hotel very nice. No access to NFL games or Apps to stream them in room is unacceptable. Especially when access is available at their restaurant.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Wonderful corner room with view!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Clean room Great amenities
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
The room was clean and comfortable, and the workspace in the room was better than what I saw in some of the pricier hotels nearby. The valets were friendly and gave good advice. The only drawbacks were that views from the room were of surrounding commercial buildings, you can't see to the river from ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.
Brooklyn Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Northside
Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
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.
Dry Pond
While Dry Pond 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.
