Soda Pop District Travel Guide
Wilmington
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Popular places to visit
Carolina Heights
Enjoy an outing to Carolina Heights during your stay in Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Soda Pop District
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The ocean and sound views were excellent and the staff was great. The on-site restaurant was very good and convienent. The only negative was the furniture in our suite was not very comfortable. Other than that, we loved our visit and would stay there again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"I reserved the historic city view option , and what I actually got was a view of the roof, the a/c units and maybe the view of the roof of ONE of the historic buildings. The staff was amazing, however for the price that we paid we should have gotten a discount since we didn’t get the view that we ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"The breakfast was ok, cereal or bagels, oranges. The yogurt machine was broke, assorted drinks. The room was bare bones , no decor or microwave but very clean and a nice big tv. The staff were polite and professional ."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
"Loves Sandi!!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"The room did not have a working phone. ? Of why there was a shower cap over the smoke detector. Maintenance did respond to the issues after the 2 nd time we asked! Took the cap off the smoke detector but phone was not fixed. Housekeeping did not make the beds between days. No trash done in our room. ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Pirates Cove
"Nicole was very helpful when fixing our keys when they wouldn’t work! Any time she would see us out and about she would ask if we needed anything! Very polite and courteous! Would stay here again! It was an awesome to have a place for our service animal to go and hang out! (as well as others who ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Soda Pop District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
