Echo Farms Travel Guide
Wilmington
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.
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 Echo Farms
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Room has old appliances and few dishes bathroom has old shower View great Exercise room has broken equipment and few weights Room needs upgrades
Reviewed on 10 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
Good location with numerous restaurants and shopping nearby. 15 minutes to the Riverwalk Historic District. Very good free breakfast. Plenty of free, safe parking. 15 minute drive to the North Carolina Battleship exhibit. Easy check- in with caring staff.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
The room was clean except for the coffee maker in the room. It had clearly been used but not been cleaned. There was dust & coffee in the part where you add the water & just not useable. Need to clean these if they’re offered in the rooms.
Reviewed on 10 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 Echo Farms
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.
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.
South Front District
While there might not be top attractions in South Front District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.
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.
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.
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.
