Popular places to visit
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.
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
Bellamy Mansion Museum
Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.
Things to do
Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach
Wilmington Ghost Tours: Wicked, Witches, & Whispers
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Top hotels in Airlie
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Sleep Inn
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Comfort Inn University
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Airlie
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.
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.
Mayfaire
If you're spending some time in Mayfaire, Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are top sights worth seeing.
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 New Hanover County Arboretum.
Winter Park
While Winter Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Mayfaire Town Center.
Pineywoods
Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Mayfaire Town Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.