Riverfront District Travel Guide
Wilmington
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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.

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.
Live Oak Bank Pavilion
You can get tickets for a performance at Live Oak Bank Pavilion during your stay in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Cape Fear Community College
Explore the campus of Cape Fear Community College during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
You can enjoy a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC
Top hotels in Riverfront District

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great experience. Friendly staff, clean room, comfortable bed, amazing view.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Would come again every time I visit Wilmington
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Clean and comfortable in a handy location
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

ARRIVE Wilmington
Clean room and very comfortable bed
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Ladies at front desk were welcoming and extremely helpful
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
Clean room
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverfront District

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.

Brooklyn Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

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.

Northside
Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

Forest Hills
While Forest Hills 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.

Sunset Park
While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.







