River District, NC
Wilmington
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Popular places to visit
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.
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a show at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theater with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington as part of your travels around Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Battleship North Carolina
You can browse the exhibits at Battleship North Carolina, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Leland. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Bellamy Mansion Museum
You can study the exhibits at Bellamy Mansion Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Other neighborhoods around River District
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange.
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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Battleship North Carolina.
Wilmington Historic District
Discover a national historic district featuring 875 contributing buildings, Queen Anne and Bungalow/American Craftsman style architecture, and notable landmarks like Bellamy Mansion and St. James Episcopal Church.
Northside
While there might not be top attractions in Northside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews.
Forest Hills
While Forest Hills isn't home to many top sights, Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sunset Park
When in Sunset Park, you can plan a visit to Greenfield Lake Amphitheater and Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Riverwalk
- Wilmington Convention Center
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- Cape Fear Community College
- Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
- Children's Museum of Wilmington
- The Cotton Exchange
- Wilmington Railroad Museum
- Latimer House
- Burgwin-Wright House
- City Stage Theatre
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Carolina Beach
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington
- Wrightsville Beach
- Battleship North Carolina
- Kure Beach
- Mayfaire Town Center
- Kure Beach Pier
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Surf City Beach
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Johnnie Mercer's Pier
- Figure Eight Island
- Cape Fear River
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Freeman Park
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Ocean Front Park
- Carolina Beach State Park
- Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens