Things To Do
Airlie Gardens
Explore a beautiful 67-acre public garden! Heads up, there are alligators there!
Battleship North Carolina
If history is your thing, check out this retired WWII battleship.
Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens
Built in 1770, this is the last colonial-era home open to the public in Wilmington. The gardens alone are worth the visit!
The Cargo District
The Cargo District is filled with unique shops, restaurants, and cafes! For all the book girlies, check out Wilmington's first and only romantasy bookshop! It's called Burning Pages!
Hidden Grounds Coffee
Get your coffee fix at Hidden Grounds. There are lots of dinosaurs and you can enjoy your coffee in the garden!
Ponysaurus Brewing Co.
We went to Ponysaurus our first time in Wilmington! It has good beer, food, and a cozy beer garden.
Wilmington Downtown Riverwalk
Take a stroll along the 2-mile river walk. There's live music, restaurants, and shops. Enjoy delicious gelato from GelArto or admire the sunset from the courthouse steps (something we've seen the locals doing)! You can also enjoy a ferry or river cruise!