Places to stay, eat, and activities to enjoy while staying in-
Wilmington, NC
Wilmington, NC History
Rich in history and folklore, Wilmington, North Carolina's historic river district and island beaches are known for beauty, charm, Southern hospitality, and nautical legacy that spans centuries. Nestled on the southeastern coast of North Carolina between the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape Fear River, the region encompasses Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Visitors can experience the area’s past at historic sites, museums, and in the 230-plus block National Register Historic District.
Places to Stay
There are hundreds of places to stay in Wilmington, NC. From the hotels in Downtown Wilmington to the hotels at Wrightsville Beach and Airbnb's in between.
Here is a list of some of our favorite stay recommendations.
Seascape Properties
The perfect vacation rental is more than just a home. It’s a chance to spend time with loved ones and make memories that will last a lifetime. It’s an opportunity to create new experiences and explore new areas.
Whether you’re looking for a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a solo trip to the beach, we have the perfect vacation rental waiting for you.
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach
The hotel is located on Wrightsville Beach between the ocean and bay. Views from every room are amazing. Enjoy 3 indoor and outdoor pools and hot tubs and dining at Solstice Oceanfront Kitchen + Cocktails, Surfside Beach Bar & Grille, or Longboard Coffee + Market. They also offer weekly activities and events.
Places to Eat
There are hundreds of places to eat in Wilmington, NC. From the restaurants in Downtown Wilmington to the restaurants at Wrightsville Beach and everywhere in between.
Here is a list of some of our favorite restaurant recommendations.
Downtown Wilmington
Floriana Wilmington
Address- 2 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone- (910) 504-0160
Website- https://www.florianarestaurant.com/
Michael's on the Waterfront-
Address- 5 South Water Street Wilmington , NC
Phone- (910) 769-4252 Website- https://www.michaelsonthewaterfront.com/
The Fork N Cork-
Address- 122 Market Street Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone- (910) 228-5247
Website- https://www.theforkncork.com/
Wrightsville Beach
Osteria Cicchetti
Address- 1125 Military Cuttoff Rd. Ste.K Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone- (910)256-7476
Website- https://www.osteria-cicchetti.com
Oceanic-
Address- 703 S. Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Phone- 910.256.5551
Website-https://www.oceanicrestaurant.com/
True Blue Butcher & Table-
Address- 110 Greenfield Street Suite 114 Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone- (910) 769-7010
Website- https://www.wearetrueblue.com/butcherandbarrel
Activities
There are hundreds of activities to enjoy in Wilmington, NC and neighboring beaches.
Here is a list of some of our favorite recommendations.
Downtown Wilmington
Battleship North Carolina
Address- 1 BATTLESHIP ROAD, WILMINGTON, NC 28401
Phone- 910-399-9100
Website- https://www.battleshipnc.com/
Wilmington Walking Tours-
Phone- 910.264.5970
Website- https://wilmington-tours.com/
Historic Mansions to explore-
Bellamy Mansion Museum-
https://www.bellamymansion.org/
Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens-
https://www.burgwinwrighthouse.com/
Latimer House-
https://www.lcfhs.org/
Wrightsville Beach
Epic Excursions-
Phone- (910)239-9248
Website- https://epicexcursionsnc.com/
Coastal Picnic Wilmington-
Phone- 910.541.1631
Website-https://www.coastalpicnicwilmington.com
100 Free Things to do ILM
My friend Amanda with WilmingtonMom took a lot of time and energy into putting this together.
These activities can be enjoyed as a family, for dates, or on your own. The best part is they are all FREE!!
Featured Business
CONNECT Community Involvement Directory, LLC created Connect Cape Fear to lists all Wilmington, NC organizations, clubs, and groups along with a Wilmington NC Event Calendar to facilitate connections and opportunities in the Cape Fear Region. We invite you to search the community involvement directory by keyword or category to find a new Wilmington, NC networking opportunity or volunteer opportunity for you! The Wilmington NC event calendar lists hundreds of upcoming events hosted by non-profits, networking groups, business associations, volunteer organizations and more!