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 seaside 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 Rp2.344.368 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
Rp2.344.368
Rp2.649.136 total
7 Aug - 8 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! (1,229 reviews)
"The view and the staff were very nice. However there was a hair in the shower area that was on the shower seat."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 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 Rp2.344.368 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.344.368
Rp2.649.138 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,018 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet hotel. The staff is super helpful. Would recommend this hotel for any stay in the Wilmington area"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp2.709.120 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.709.120
Rp3.061.307 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (471 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
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp2.570.400 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp2.570.400
Rp3.181.094 total
11 Aug - 12 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! (733 reviews)
"Beautiful comfy!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

ARRIVE Wilmington
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 Rp2.335.392 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.335.392
Rp2.638.993 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (915 reviews)
"Close to the downtown vibrancy … but quite comfortable and convenient set up."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 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 Rp1.789.488 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.789.488
Rp2.022.121 total
3 Aug - 4 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)
Great location
"Awesome location. Next to river walk and walking distance to downtown. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Complimentary breakfast was good. Room was very clean but could be updated. It had a refrigerator but no microwave."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 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