Title: Visit Wilmington Historic District: Best of Wilmington Historic District, Wilmington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Wilmington Historic District](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Historic-District-Wilmington-Hotels.0-n6339292-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wilmington](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Wilmington Historic District Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Wilmington-Historic-District.d6339292.Car-Rental-Guide)[Wilmington Historic District Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Historic-District.d6339292.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Wilmington Historic District ## Wilmington ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington Historic District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087235/fa3a9284-7046-4e80-bd36-cc92a91cbd07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington_WilmingtonConventionCenter_6127710_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127710/a154c312-43d2-44cd-a31e-b079fc71e9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Old Thalian Hall In Wilimington, North Carolina Was Built In 1858 As City Hall And A Performing Arts Center.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247548/b2ae394b-a147-4166-aeeb-0dbc5394280b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington_WilmingtonRailroadMuseum_6309320_0002](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6309320/559b8132-6832-4bc8-b111-522b696f9f82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Wilmington Historic District Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wilmington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/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 at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Convention-Center-Wilmington.d6127710.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Old Thalian Hall In Wilimington, North Carolina Was Built In 1858 As City Hall And A Performing Arts Center.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247548/b2ae394b-a147-4166-aeeb-0dbc5394280b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts Enjoy an outing to Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Thalian-Hall-Center-For-The-Performing-Arts-Wilmington.d6247548.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bellamy Mansion Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087235/fa3a9284-7046-4e80-bd36-cc92a91cbd07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bellamy Mansion Museum Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. [](https://expedia.ca/Bellamy-Mansion-Museum-Wilmington-Historic-District.d6087235.Vacation-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 the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Cotton-Exchange-Wilmington.d553248621560819972.Vacation-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 travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Railroad-Museum-Wilmington.d6309320.Vacation-Attraction) ![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/6339294/9a14c8aa-bfa6-4bba-bebe-55fab4bfb570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riverwalk After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Riverwalk.d6339294.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### 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 CA $33 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a48018951.activity-details) ![Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47914993/02ec7c11-0062-47be-8730-6b63048946a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington History and Architecture Tour CA $34 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-history-and-architecture-tour.a47914993.activity-details) ![Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49481787/7dcf3d0e-7216-45c1-9594-662a4373d878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour CA $27 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-coup-and-massacre-historic-tour.a49481787.activity-details) ![Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46090777/f7ed6409-fa96-496e-966d-24dad635fead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour CA $55 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a46090777.activity-details) ![Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49469912/f8d9ee2b-b157-4e5c-b200-df6f8590cb16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour CA $27 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/downtown-wilmington-historian-guided-walking-tour.a49469912.activity-details) ![Wilmington Speakeasy and History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49933888/a882a9ee-9c98-4e2a-abb0-38f42598ce35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Speakeasy and History Tour CA $41 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-speakeasy-and-history-tour.a49933888.activity-details) [See all activities in Wilmington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Wilmington Historic District Hotel Deals ![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/c0923cc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 301 N Water St Wilmington NC CA $201 CA $228 total Apr 26 - Apr 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,487 reviews) Everything was great except for housekeeping knocking on our door to see if we had checked out. I’ve never had that happen before. It was very annoying. Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=13731&PinnedHotelID=13731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6339292) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19660000/19656400/19656385/79537dda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront 9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC CA $215 CA $243 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Stayed here for a solo trip, it was perfect! The room was perfect along with the amenities & food, great location, plus I felt very safe. Only downside is there’s no free parking but it was very reasonable. Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=19656385&PinnedHotelID=19656385&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6339292) ![Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63900000/63890200/63890174/834ce540_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center 501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC CA $224 CA $253 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (543 reviews) Reasonably helpful staff, but my room (corner, river view) had a broken door lock; when I asked to move, I was told there were no equivalent rooms available, so rather than be upgraded, I was put in a cheaper room with no balcony/view/ etc Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=63890174&PinnedHotelID=63890174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6339292) ![ARRIVE Wilmington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8220000/8218900/8218879/2370e795_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ARRIVE Wilmington 101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC CA $208 CA $236 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (839 reviews) Very nice people Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=8218879&PinnedHotelID=8218879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6339292) ![Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch”](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94710000/94707100/94707100/324df35e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Unique deluxe houseboat at Port City Marina named the “Sea Ranch” Wilmington NC Stay at this houseboat in Wilmington. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Riverfront ... [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=94707100&PinnedHotelID=94707100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6339292) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=94707100&PinnedHotelID=94707100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6339292) ![Best Western Plus Coastline Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/37500/37484/55432b98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Coastline Inn 503 Nutt St Wilmington NC CA $129 CA $145 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) My dog is not allowed on the bed, so the rule didn't make a big different to me, but it might to a lot of gusts. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Wilmington Historic District hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6339292&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30)[Mar 29 - Mar 30](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6339292&startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6339292&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[Mar 30 - Mar 31](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6339292&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6339292&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6339292&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Wilmington Historic District ![Downtown Wilmington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Wilmington Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Downtown-Wilmington.dx3000663470) ![Riverfront District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverfront District While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-River-District.dx553248635976470514) ![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 While Brooklyn Arts District might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion. [](https://expedia.ca/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 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Soda Pop District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Soda-Pop-District.dx981673437974188032) ![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 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-The-Bottom.dx981673674492874752) ![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 While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion. 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