Avondale Travel Guide
Wilmington
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 Avondale
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Love that every room has a beachfront view. Staff is always helpful and friendly. Love how the lobby has been updated.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
no mini fridge or microwave in room ask fir ckean towels the hoysekeeler told me know and she was right there cleaning another room ask fir room to be clean left for 3hrs came back room not clean manger said they had until 7pm ( guy on 1st) 6 hrs later room was half clean face towels was dirty and ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn University
We like the great location!!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
It was wonderful! Clean, friendly, close to everything.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Great value
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Very nice room, very nice hotel altogether.No complaints!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avondale
Pineywoods
Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Long Leaf Park.
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.
Audubon
Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Devon Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Devon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
