Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington
Visit Downtown Wilmington
Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"This place is rather dated and needs several upgrades in the rooms. The sinks are very shallow, no vanity space at. Needs new paint. Staff is friendly and very welcoming. Overall good location close to River walk, battle ship, downtown shops, and the convention center."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington
"Very unusual facility is it a hotel, motel, bed and breakfast or none of the above. It's different but in a good way. No easy way to describe it except to say if it's convenient to where you want to be you'll be enjoying old world charm."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
"Location, hotel room, and staff were perfect! Thank you! RJ (valet) was super helpful also. :)"
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington
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.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 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.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.
Wrightsville Sound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.
