Downtown Wilmington, NC

Wilmington

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Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/5 (425 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

￥19,194
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

￥7,998
per adult
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

￥3,839
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

￥3,999
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

￥3,183
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Sunset at Cape Fear

Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience

￥11,996
per adult
Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience
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Downtown Wilmington Hotel Deals

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 ￥25,147 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥25,147
￥28,417 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,590 reviews)
"There was a bug in our room, didn’t tell us that you have to reserve the pool, a day ahead, the room was not very clean. parking was $50"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is ￥26,784 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
￥26,784
￥30,268 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,052 reviews)
"Ty"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥19,247 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
￥19,247
￥21,749 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"It is a great property located beautifully on the water I will definitely consider staying there again."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
The price is ￥30,569 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
￥30,569
￥34,543 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (591 reviews)
"The staff were very attentive and displayed quality customer service."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ￥27,496 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
￥27,496
￥31,072 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (908 reviews)
"Beautiful and quiet property! Dram is amazing! The room needed to be cooler. AC was not adequate."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
The price is ￥24,908 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
￥24,908
￥28,145 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"When I arrived in my room, there White plain"

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

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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 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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

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.

The Bottom

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Museum.

Downtown Wilmington, NC

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