Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Wilmington
Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions
Things to do

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Convenient location, spotless pool, clean room and excellent service!"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
"Loved our stay"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
"We had a great stay here. The location is great. All of the staff we had interaction with were nice and helpful. The breakfast had lots of good options including a hot bar with eggs, sausage or bacon and grits or potatoes depending on the day. This is not our first stay and will not be our last."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
"Great"
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

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.

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.
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 Beach Museum of History.

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

Seagate South
While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios.












