Riverfront District Travel Guide

Wilmington

Wilmington which includes an administrative building
Wilmington showing interior views, heritage architecture and heritage elements
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Photo provided by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Wilmington showing signage
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone

Popular places to visit

Riverwalk

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.

Riverwalk
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

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.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

You can get tickets for a performance at Live Oak Bank Pavilion during your stay in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

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.

Wilmington Convention Center

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.

Cape Fear Community College

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.

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Things to do

Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wilmington Ghost Tours: Wicked, Witches, & Whispers

Rp391.680
per adult
Wilmington Ghost Tours: Wicked, Witches, & Whispers
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Rp424.320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River

Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River

Rp897.600
per adult
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Rp1.452.480
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
True Crime Tour of Wilmington

True Crime Tour of Wilmington

Rp293.760
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
True Crime Tour of Wilmington
Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Rp408.000
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Top hotels in Riverfront 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 Rp2.354.424 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.354.424
Rp2.660.499 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,242 reviews)
"Convenience, quiet room small for the price. No fridge..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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 Rp2.354.424 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.354.424
Rp2.660.499 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The food option,s was giod in the morning they had a buffet but the scramble eggs were terrible in dinner i had octopus"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp2.212.650 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.212.650
Rp2.778.105 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (742 reviews)
"Brand new and very nicely decorated. Comfortable bed. Great location. Cute property with hang out areas and nice restaurant. However, I wasn’t greeted upon entering reception area, and there were multiple staff members with their backs to me hanging around the desk. I felt like i was intruding by ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

ARRIVE Wilmington
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp2.786.300 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp2.786.300
Rp3.148.519 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, lobby is spaciousness with plenty of seating. Check in was great. They gave us an extra parking pass for the day for my friends son who was visiting with us for the day which I thought was awesome. It’s walkable to everything downtown. The beds are super comfortable and the air ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp2.345.409 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.345.409
Rp2.650.313 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (921 reviews)
"I did not get information from the hotel regarding parking until I went to check in. I do not like having to use my card to get in and out of the parking lot. Poor instruction for getting out, causing long line of cars due to drivers trying to figure out how they can get out."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp1.797.164 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.797.164
Rp2.030.796 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Everything was great. My only suggestion is that I can not sleep flat in a bed. I sleep in a recliner at home. This is a common practice for people with back injuries and breathing issues. It would be helpful to have recliners available if preferred. Thanks for a good night our water front room was ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverfront District

Wilmington which includes an administrative building

Downtown Wilmington

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

Downtown Wilmington
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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.

Brooklyn Arts District
Wilmington which includes an administrative building

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Wilmington Historic District
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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.

Northside
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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 Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Forest Hills
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Sunset Park

While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Park

Riverfront District Travel Guide