Downtown Wilmington, NC

Wilmington

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Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/10 (425 reviews)
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

￥19,505
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

￥8,127
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

￥3,831
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

￥3,990
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

￥3,176
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

￥3,990
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
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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 ￥23,260 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
￥23,260
￥26,284 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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! (1,663 reviews)
"The system was down when we were checking in. No fault to the staff, but they have nothing in place for that situation. Once the system was back up and we checked in, we got interrupted twice during the night. Once when they gave someone else a key to our room. And an hour later when the manager ..."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 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 ￥20,661 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
￥20,661
￥23,346 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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 ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
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 ￥20,126 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
￥20,126
￥22,742 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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. ...
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ￥22,978 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
￥22,978
￥25,965 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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 ...
ARRIVE Wilmington
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ￥14,682 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
￥14,682
￥16,592 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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 ...
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
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 ￥20,070 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
￥20,070
￥22,679 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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! (1,004 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and so were all the public spaces inside the hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. A great central place to stay downtown"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

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.

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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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