Airlie Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
Airlie Gardens
After visiting Airlie Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the student vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington during your visit to Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
Battleship North Carolina
Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.
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.
Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
3.25-Hour Wilmington E-Bike Airlie Gardens Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Airlie
Waterway View Studio 2 w/ Pool near Wrightsville Beach
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The courtious staff was top notch. Kind and inviting. Room has some aged elements to it and needed attention to (broken chair, no wash cloths, lack of toilet tissue), yet all were resolved with a call.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Sleep Inn
Rooms are always clean.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Minus the pool being down, we really enjoyed our stay! Will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Loved the place! My husband and I had a wonderful time. It was peaceful and the weather was great.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn University
Smoke smell in room
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Airlie
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.
Mayfaire
If you're spending some time in Mayfaire, Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Seagate South
While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios.
Pineywoods
Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Winter Park
While Winter Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park.
