What's Downtown Wilmington Like?
Visitors really like Downtown Wilmington, especially its historical sites and riverfront access. You can take some time to enjoy this walkable neighborhood's live music and theater scene. Take in some culture at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Wilmington Railroad Museum. There's plenty more to see, including Wilmington Convention Center and Cape Fear River.
Where are the Best Places to Stay in Downtown Wilmington?
We have 210 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are our customers' favorite lodging options in Downtown Wilmington:
ARRIVE Wilmington
Upscale hotel with restaurant, bar- Free WiFi • Garden • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
Front Street Inn
Riverfront B&B with bar- Free parking • Free WiFi • Cafe • Garden
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Riverfront hotel- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Terrace • Central location
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Hotel with indoor pool, restaurant- Free breakfast • Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Bar • Walkable location
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Hotel with 2 restaurants, 2 bars- Free WiFi • 24-hour fitness center • Cafe • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location
How to Get to Downtown Wilmington
Flying to:
- Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Downtown Wilmington
Things to See and Do in and around Downtown Wilmington
What to See in Downtown Wilmington
- Cape Fear Community College
- Wilmington Convention Center
- Cape Fear River
- Burgwin-Wright House
Things to Do in Downtown Wilmington
- The Cotton Exchange
- Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
- Wilmington Railroad Museum
- City Stage Theatre
- Latimer House