The Bottom Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit The Bottom
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Top hotels in The Bottom
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"This resort is always a favorite of ours while in Wrightsville. Lovely views and amenities. Can't go wrong staying here."
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
"So the room was dirty. There were little hairs in the sink the bathroom fan didn't work the walls where dirty and its doesn't have a ramp for walkers or wheelchairs to get down to the ocean. I expected a lot more with the price and the name."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Where to stay in The Bottom
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.
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.
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.
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.
