Downtown Wilmington
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Popular places to visit
Wilmington Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Cape Fear Community College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Cape Fear Community College during your visit to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
You can get tickets for a performance at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
The Cotton Exchange
During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Children's Museum of Wilmington
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Wilmington during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Wilmington Railroad Museum
You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Things to do
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Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington
![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/aeb70d8f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
![Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19660000/19656400/19656385/b352ac49_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025
![Best Western Plus Coastline Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/37500/37484/b0d25d65_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2025
![ARRIVE Wilmington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8220000/8218900/8218879/5f4c5456_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
![Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63900000/63890200/63890174/da042180_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025
![Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6950000/6948200/6948107/ea30798e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Wilmington
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River District
While visiting River District, you might make a stop by sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
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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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River.
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Brooklyn Arts District
While Brooklyn Arts District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Battleship North Carolina.
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Northside
While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews.
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Forest Hills
While Forest Hills isn't home to many top sights, Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Sunset Park
When in Sunset Park, you can plan a visit to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.