Pineywoods 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.
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside 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
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour
Top hotels in Pineywoods
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Convenient airport shuttle
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Sleep Inn
Quiet, clean
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Breakfast was limited due to the holiday, can't really review that. Area was great.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Staff was great (Tiffany) room was clean
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
A wonderful new Doubletree with excellent staff and comfortable bedding.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Clean room, friendly staff and great views!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pineywoods
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 Screen Gems Studios.
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 Screen Gems Studios and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Cameron Art Museum and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Devon Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Devon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Screen Gems Studios and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
New Market Center
While there might not be top attractions in New Market Center, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
