Princess Place Travel Guide
Wilmington
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Popular places to visit

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.

University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the student vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington during your visit to Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Battleship North Carolina
Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.

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.

Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Top hotels in Princess Place

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Was in town for a wedding. Our stay was very pleasant. Staff was very nice and room was clean. Only disappointment was food in restaurant. Two meals breakfast and dinner both served cold both times restaurant was not crowded.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fantastic downtown location, easy to walk everywhere. Fantastic river view from our room. Front desk staff was exceptional and very accommodating.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn University
Check in was easy. Breakfast was nice and fresh. Only one elevator was seemed to be working with no signage or notice. Otherwise good experience for one night stay.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
It was clean, service was great, the rooms were delightful.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Breakfast was pretty low quality. That would be my only complaint.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Best location
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Princess Place

Carolina Place
While there might not be top attractions in Carolina Place, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cape Fear Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

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.

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 and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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.

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.

Dry Pond
While Dry Pond 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.
