Riverfront District Travel Guide

Wilmington

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A building with a sign that reads "Brewery" and a street sign for "Front Street."

Stay near popular Riverfront District attractions

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Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

Rp2.105.640
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

Rp875.550
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Rp789.615
per adult
Sunset Cruise with Live Music
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Rp421.128
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Rp348.469
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Rp348.469
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic 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 Rp2.460.904 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
Rp2.460.904
Rp2.780.821 total
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,696 reviews)
"Loved everything! And the restaurants were great!! Great view & very clean!! Will stay again!!"

Reviewed on 21 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 Rp2.460.904 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.460.904
Rp2.780.821 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,117 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful friendly staff"

Reviewed on 21 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 Rp2.852.823 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp2.852.823
Rp3.223.689 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 Rp2.663.700 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
Rp2.663.700
Rp3.010.159 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
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 Rp2.249.051 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.249.051
Rp2.541.428 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean and wonderful location"

Reviewed on 21 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 Rp2.169.672 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp2.169.672
Rp2.451.729 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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! (969 reviews)
"Not the cleanest hotel but the staff was polite and friendly."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

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

Find the best Riverfront District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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 historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District 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.

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.

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Wrightsville Sound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.

Riverfront District Travel Guide