Riverfront District

Wilmington

Wilmington featuring an administrative building
Wilmington which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and interior views
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Wilmington featuring signage
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone
Photo provided by Darlene Perrone

Popular places to visit

Riverwalk

Riverwalk

After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.

Riverwalk
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy a performance at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

You can get tickets for a performance at Live Oak Bank Pavilion during your stay in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Live Oak Bank Pavilion

Wilmington Convention Center

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

Wilmington Convention Center

Cape Fear Community College

Explore the campus of Cape Fear Community College during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

Cape Fear Community College

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

You can enjoy a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

Things to do

Masonboro Inlet departure from Wrightsville Beach

Sunset Sail Tour

S$147
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail Tour
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach

S$461
per traveller
2 Hour Sailing Lesson in Wrightsville Beach
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

S$1,153
per traveller
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River

Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River

S$70
per adult
Private Tiki Boat Tour on Cape Fear River
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

S$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Picture 2 for Activity 2-Hour, 15-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour

S$96
per adult
2-Hour, 45-Minute Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Riverfront District

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 S$209 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$209
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,242 reviews)
"Convenience, quiet room small for the price. No fridge..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug, 2025

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 S$209 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$209
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The food option,s was giod in the morning they had a buffet but the scramble eggs were terrible in dinner i had octopus"

Reviewed on 3 Aug, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC
The price is S$218 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
S$218
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (742 reviews)
"Brand new and very nicely decorated. Comfortable bed. Great location. Cute property with hang out areas and nice restaurant. However, I wasn’t greeted upon entering reception area, and there were multiple staff members with their backs to me hanging around the desk. I felt like i was intruding by ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug, 2025

ARRIVE Wilmington
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET, Wilmington, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$247 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$247
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, lobby is spaciousness with plenty of seating. Check in was great. They gave us an extra parking pass for the day for my friends son who was visiting with us for the day which I thought was awesome. It’s walkable to everything downtown. The beds are super comfortable and the air ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul, 2025

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
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 S$208 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$208
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (921 reviews)
"I did not get information from the hotel regarding parking until I went to check in. I do not like having to use my card to get in and out of the parking lot. Poor instruction for getting out, causing long line of cars due to drivers trying to figure out how they can get out."

Reviewed on 4 Aug, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC
The price is S$160 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$160
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Favorite place to stay when we are visiting Wilmington. Great location- it’s walkable to downtown. Staff is friendly and the facility is well kept. Pets are allowed, so we were able to bring our two Labradors."

Reviewed on 2 Aug, 2025

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Riverfront District

Wilmington featuring an administrative building

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.

Downtown Wilmington
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Brooklyn Arts District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

Brooklyn Arts District
Wilmington featuring an administrative building

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Wilmington Historic District
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Northside

Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

Northside
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Forest Hills

While Forest Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Forest Hills
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Sunset Park

While Sunset Park isn't home to many top sights, Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sunset Park

Riverfront District