Downtown Travel Guide

Carolina Beach

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Popular places to visit

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Bring the family to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Carolina Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Learn about the local history of Carolina Beach with a stop at Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
Freeman Park

Freeman Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Freeman Park during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Freeman Park
Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach State Park

You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach Arcade

Enjoy an outing to Carolina Beach Arcade during your stay in Carolina Beach.

Carolina Beach Arcade

Things to do

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Rp15.016.500
per traveller
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise

Rp12.625.965
per traveller
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Private Sailboat Cruise
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Rp13.332.000
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
Ask about our coastal offshore sailing experiences

Private Charter

Rp12.915.375
per traveller
Private Charter
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Rp416.625
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Picture 2 for Activity 2-Hour, 15-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

Rp1.166.550
per adult
2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.958.336 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
Rp1.958.336
Rp2.212.919 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"My boys were a little disappointed that the pools weren’t working first two days but staff were incredible. The location was great!"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is Rp1.889.219 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
Rp1.889.219
Rp2.134.818 total
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"The room was excellent. The view was awesome. We stayed in a suite on the 7th floor. Breakfast is always really good. We have stayed here about four times this year. Home away from home. We will be back very soon."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Boardwalk Inn

Boardwalk Inn

2 out of 5
224 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is Rp1.717.065 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
Rp1.717.065
Rp2.596.501 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
"Amazing experience from the responsive staff, clean, comfortable room and the location of the property steps from the beach. I would highly recommend the Boardwalk Inn to anyone who is looking for a relaxing stay."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Boardwalk Inn
The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn

2 out of 5
201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is Rp1.805.018 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
Rp1.805.018
Rp2.089.279 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (199 reviews)
"Could not see ocean at all but an easy walk to see. Loved the room. Small but perfect."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

The Starlite Inn
Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel

2 out of 5
213 Raleigh Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is Rp1.491.750 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
Rp1.491.750
Rp1.685.677 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (178 reviews)
nor'easter proof weekend
"pretty nice but the heavy rain leaked in needing door mats"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Carolina Beach Motel
Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn

2 out of 5
205 Harper Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is Rp1.367.845 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp1.367.845
Rp1.545.666 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"Comfortable, Clean, and Conveniently close to beach! Everything needed was provided. I stayed in Jr room. A little small but comfy. I would only recommend one thing…..A full length mirror! As a lady I like to have one while getting dressed to go out. Just a small one on back of closet door would ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Carolina Beach Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown

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Wilmington Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Wilmington Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

Wilmington Beach

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