Sunset Park Travel Guide

Wilmington

Popular places to visit

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

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.

University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Riverwalk

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.

Riverwalk
Battleship North Carolina featuring heritage elements as well as a small group of people

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.

Battleship North Carolina
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens

Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

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.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Bellamy Mansion Museum which includes a house, heritage architecture and a fountain

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.

Bellamy Mansion Museum

Things to do

Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wilmington Ghost Tours: Wicked, Witches, & Whispers

Rp396.312
per adult
Wilmington Ghost Tours: Wicked, Witches, & Whispers
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour

Rp429.338
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River

Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River

Rp908.215
per adult
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Rp1.469.657
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
True Crime Tour of Wilmington

True Crime Tour of Wilmington

Rp322.004
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
True Crime Tour of Wilmington
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Rp13.210.400
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
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Top hotels in Sunset Park

Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp1.111.461 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.111.461
Rp1.255.951 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Beds and pillows were comfy. Floor in room could have been vacuumed better. Not much for breakfast options."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Sleep Inn
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,471 reviews)
"Every room is ocean front, convenient to the beach. Staff is friendly."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp2.199.161 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp2.199.161
Rp2.485.052 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,266 reviews)
"Great staff, unique facilities, feels like home"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road, Wilmington, NC
The price is Rp1.546.383 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.546.383
Rp1.747.413 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,166 reviews)
Convenient stay in Wilmington, NC
"Didn’t spend much time at the hotel, but all services from the front desk, breakfast area, and housekeeping were great. The room and bathroom were exceptionally clean!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn University
Trailborn Surf & Sound

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is Rp3.063.773 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp3.063.773
Rp4.161.258 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (148 reviews)
"Staff stated I would receive a $25 day food credit and didn’t see it on my bill."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove

2 out of 5
701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is Rp2.058.245 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp2.058.245
Rp2.325.920 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (452 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Parking at night is shared with the restaurant which made it difficult to find a spot."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Pirates Cove
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunset Park

Wilmington which includes an administrative building

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.

Wilmington Historic District
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Lincoln Forest

While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Battleship North Carolina are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lincoln Forest
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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.

Forest Hills
Wilmington which includes an administrative building

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.

Downtown Wilmington
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Audubon

Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Battleship North Carolina.

Audubon
Wilmington which includes an administrative building

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.

Riverfront District

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