Title: Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Wilmington-Wilmington-Hotels.0-n3000663470-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Wilmington Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Wilmington.d3000663470.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Wilmington Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Wilmington.d3000663470.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide ## Wilmington ![Eating dinner and watching the sunset on the Boardwalk in Wilmington, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Eating dinner and watching the sunset on the Boardwalk in Wilmington, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/5d756935-2557-49a3-861b-0c6ed3eab2b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington showing a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/bc998cb3-f6a7-48a9-8a73-52e0016e9c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/c6c13704-0e4d-411c-addf-1473a2f52b5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Wilmington Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wilmington travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington.dx1587) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Wilmington_WilmingtonConventionCenter_6127710_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127710/a154c312-43d2-44cd-a31e-b079fc71e9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Convention-Center-Wilmington.d6127710.Attraction) ![Wilmington_TheCottonExchange_553248621560819972_0007](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560819972/469cc339-7624-430f-b248-1cc7220166d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Cotton Exchange During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Cotton-Exchange-Downtown-Wilmington.d553248621560819972.Attraction) ![Wilmington_WilmingtonRailroadMuseum_6309320_0002](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6309320/559b8132-6832-4bc8-b111-522b696f9f82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Railroad Museum You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Railroad-Museum-Downtown-Wilmington.d6309320.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cape-Fear-Community-College-Wilmington.d553248634001395039.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilson-Center-At-Cape-Fear-Community-College-Wilmington.d650468468312956928.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Childrens-Museum-Of-Wilmington-Wilmington.d6309317.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48018951/3691dfce-de89-4bfa-8b26-c5eaca5866fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour £24 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a48018951.activity-details) ![5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46032090/54206269-2aa7-4d51-bf17-1ab3c5f325ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour £63 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/5-hour-wilmington-river-to-sea-e-bike-self-guided-adventure-tour.a46032090.activity-details) ![Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49481787/582f7c2b-de1f-4c3c-8df2-dfbf2de59681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wilmington-coup-and-massacre-historic-tour.a49481787.activity-details) ![Downtown Wilmington Historian Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49469912/6e10656e-593c-42b5-a7aa-281145a17979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/downtown-wilmington-historian-guided-walking-tour.a49469912.activity-details) ![Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46090777/1df9a9be-ea72-4c4e-bd54-7ef655950f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour £24 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a46090777.activity-details) ![3-Hour Wilmington, NC E-Bike Airlie Gardens Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49366638/435ef747-0f8f-4326-9508-5717689cba85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3.25-Hour Wilmington E-Bike Airlie Gardens Self-Guided Tour £63 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/325-hour-wilmington-e-bike-airlie-gardens-self-guided-tour.a49366638.activity-details) [See all activities in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington ![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/28fdfbf0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 301 N Water St Wilmington NC £109 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,442 reviews) Great stay. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=13731&PinnedHotelID=13731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000663470) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19660000/19656400/19656385/18557d91_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront 9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC £101 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Everything about the stay was great. Staff in their Steam restaurant at the bar were fantastic. Great service, even during an accidental fire alarm. Breakfast was solid, the cook was terrific. Only complain was the pillows. Not joking, they were way too fluffy, super annoying. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=19656385&PinnedHotelID=19656385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000663470) ![Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63900000/63890200/63890174/af22a3ba_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center 501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC £101 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (527 reviews) Nice room; good price; wonderful common areas; great rooftop bar Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=63890174&PinnedHotelID=63890174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000663470) ![Best Western Plus Coastline Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/37500/37484/8d27dc6c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Coastline Inn 503 Nutt St Wilmington NC £84 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Room was very clean and the staff very friendly! Breakfast was fresh and is very convenient to have something fast on the run 😊 Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=37484&PinnedHotelID=37484&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000663470) ![ARRIVE Wilmington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8220000/8218900/8218879/bd734722_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ARRIVE Wilmington 101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC £104 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (820 reviews) The room was very quaint, clean, and perfect. The staff were all very welcoming and friendly. Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=8218879&PinnedHotelID=8218879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000663470) ![Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6950000/6948200/6948107/c7a04e83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District 229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC £100 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (966 reviews) Room was clean and staff courteous. Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=6948107&PinnedHotelID=6948107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000663470) [See all 4,128 properties in Downtown Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000663470) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Downtown Wilmington hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[10 Feb - 11 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000663470&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Wilmington ![Eating dinner and watching the sunset on the Boardwalk in Wilmington, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverfront District If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-River-District.dx553248635976470514) ![Aerial panorama view of Wilmington North Carolina historic district along the Cape Fear river, with the North Carolina battleship with cloudy sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339292/0ce0a666-045a-482f-bb5b-75859cc73171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wilmington Historic District Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Wilmington-Historic-District.dx6339292) ![Aerial view of Wilmington North Carolina historic district along the Cape Fear river with cloudy sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/891420931096850432/8c4bf41b-d564-405b-ae1d-0778736f84bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Brooklyn-Arts-District.dx891420931096850432) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Soda Pop District Though Soda Pop District 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 Cape Fear Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Soda-Pop-District.dx981673437974188032) ![Wilmington_WilmingtonOakdaleCemetery_553248621532661227_0009](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532661227/59468973-e373-40e0-bd54-f8c9cb350068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Northside.dx896505018518282240) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Bottom While The Bottom 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. 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