Wilmington is one Southern destination with something for everyone. Explore the vibrant historic river district and beyond with deep history, manicured gardens, arts, culture and more.



A vintage beachside boardwalk, state park, miles of alluring beach, world-class fishing, live music and more add to the allure of a Carolina Beach vacation.



With a historic fort, oceanfront park, the oldest fishing pier on the East Coast and more, unwind in the pure and natural playground of Kure Beach.



From active lifestyles with plenty of watersports and outdoor health and wellness activities, to friendly community gatherings, there's never a shortage of something happening.



Wilmington is one Southern destination with something for everyone. Explore the vibrant historic river district and beyond with deep history, manicured gardens, arts, culture and more.



A vintage beachside boardwalk, state park, miles of alluring beach, world-class fishing, live music and more add to the allure of a Carolina Beach vacation.



With a historic fort, oceanfront park, the oldest fishing pier on the East Coast and more, unwind in the pure and natural playground of Kure Beach.



From active lifestyles with plenty of watersports and outdoor health and wellness activities, to friendly community gatherings, there's never a shortage of something happening.



Featured Events
Special Olympics Polar Plunge & Run
Ocean Front Park & Pavilion
15th Annual Novant Health Wilmington NC Marathon
Wrightsville Beach Start, Riverfront Park Finish
Tidewater Camellia Club Show & Sale
New Hanover County Arboretum
Island Beaches
Carolina, Kure & Wrightsville
The short journey to our three island beach towns offers fresh possibilities to enhance your Wilmington vacation.
One destination, four unique experiences
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Wilmington and Beaches: Where to Stay Waterfront
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About Wilmington
Discover one destination and four unique settings that boast a bounty of extraordinary experiences in Wilmington, NC and three island beaches.