Wilmington Historic District Travel Guide
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Visit Wilmington Historic District
Stay near popular Wilmington Historic District attractions
Things to do

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Top hotels in Wilmington Historic District

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The location is top notch. The Riverwalk is directly outside, in addition to several great places to eat Sugo Steakhouse (inside the hotel) was fantasic! However, our room was cold, we couldn't control the temperature & we both left with sore throats. The front desk promised to send someone to check ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
"Beautiful room and walking distance to everything"
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

ARRIVE Wilmington
"My husband and I needed a getaway for 3 days from our jobs. Wilmington was on our bucket list. We arrived at the Arrive Hotel on Friday afternoon and check in was a little hard to find though I wish there was a clearer sign on where to go since I was completely lost. But upon check in I was greeted ..."
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
"Everything was great at the hotel would stay there anytime 10 out of 10"
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Wilmington Historic 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.

Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts 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 Beach Museum of History.

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.
The Bottom
While The Bottom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Bellamy Mansion Museum.











