Historic Downtown Wilmington, NC Sites and Attractions

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Experience Historic Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina - Take a step back in time and explore the brick and cobblestone streets of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.

Tour historic homes, beautiful gardens, churches, and haunted areas of Wilmington! See the sights on foot or discover Wilmington on a horse drawn carriage, trolley tour or leisurely riverboat cruise. From the Bellamy Mansion to the Children's Museum, there are activities and attractions for all ages and interests.

Whether your are in town for vacation, a weekend getaway, a corporate retreat or social gathering, downtown Wilmington's fabulous dining, exciting attractions, and vibrant nightlife will make for a memorable trip.

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Historic Downtown Wilmington, NC!

Historic Downtown’s brick and cobblestone streets invite you to jump right in

and explore all that Wilmington has to offer.

Learn about the history and unique features of Wilmington on one of the many guided tours that are available to visitors! Get your exercise for the day on a Wilmington Walking Tour or weave through the bricklaid streets on the Wilmington Trolley! Spend a romantic afternoon with your loved one on a horse drawn carriage ride or hop aboard a riverboat cruise to explore this remarkable city! Looking for something a little more adventurous? Zoom around Wilmington on a Segway Tour! Or perhaps you are interested in Wilmington’s spooky past? Take a Ghost Tour of Old Wilmington to find all of the haunted areas!

After your tour, check out some of Wilmington’s favorite attractions! Visit local museums including the Bellamy Mansion, the Children’s Museum and the Wilmington Railroad Museum. There are museums for all ages and interests! As you stroll along the Riverwalk, stop by Riverfront Park and keep an eye out for various art sculptures throughout town.

Don’t be surprised if you hear “Lights, Camera, Action” as you explore this fascinating city! Wilmington is home to hundreds of film, television and commercial productions. EUE Screen Gem Studios offers tours of their 50-acre film lot where you can visit the sets of the CW Network show One Tree Hill. The tour does not stop in the studios! As you travel around Wilmington, keep an eye out for the basketball court and “Clothes Over Bros” Store that appear frequently in the locally filmed One Tree Hill TV Series.

The list of Wilmington attractions just keeps going and going! Planning a vacation has never been easier with so many activities available to fill your time! After you have explored the heart of historic downtown, check out these popular attractions that are just minutes away from the city center: Fort Fisher Aquarium, USS North Carolina, Wilmington Golf Courses, and six gorgeous sandy beaches.

Last but not least, historic downtown offers some of the best shopping, dining, and nightlife in Wilmington. Check out the Cotton Exchange and local specialty shops for all of your favorite souvenirs! Dine at local restaurants that offer something for every appetite for breakfast, lunch and dinner! From fresh local seafood to delicious barbeque, Wilmington has something for everyone! After the sun sets and dinner is over, explore downtown’s vibrant nightlife! Check out live music, billiards, darts, comedy, and hookah, at downtown Wilmington’s favorite bars and clubs!

Whether you are here for a vacation, extended stay, business travel or relocating to the area, we invite you to explore downtown Wilmington and get a feel for the city! Take advantage of discount coupons and special deals in “Wilmington’s Coupon Corner”. Stay at a daily hotel, check in for an extended stay visit, or find corporate housing with one of our hotel partners. Start planning your trip today to make sure that you get to experience all that Wilmington, North Carolina has to offer!

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