Avondale Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Avondale
Stay near popular Avondale attractions
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
"I loved the balcony. I paid for a discount room so I got one that looked out over the bar and the pool. Not best for quiet stay but other than that all was great."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"This place is amazing. Victoria was very kind and helpful at all times. We had a great stay. Location is also perfect. Definitely recommend."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"A"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"The room was dirty and the trash was NEVER removed from the room"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"Great price and friendly staff. Very comfortable stay. We enjoyed how close we were to a lot"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Dry Dock Inn
"Our room was clean and inviting. I liked that you didn't need to keep up with a key card. It was convenient to use the key pad. We enjoyed our location..close to restaurants,shops and the beach"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Avondale
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, 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.
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.
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 SUP.
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.
