Downtown Wilmington, NC

Wilmington

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Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions

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Wilmington Convention Center

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Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

$120
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Wilmington World War II History Tour

Wilmington World War II History Tour

$19
per adult
Wilmington World War II History Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

$20
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

$25
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

$24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
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Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Wilmington
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Wilmington Historic District

A noteworthy feature of Wilmington Historic District is its stunning river views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

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Riverfront District

While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.

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.

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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.

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Seagate South

While Seagate South isn't home to many top sights, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Wilmington, NC

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