Whether paddle boarding, kayaking, embarking on a river tour or fishing excursion, enjoy water experiences. Surf or fish at nearby islands or charter a tour from area marinas. After the adventure enjoy dining and attractions.

Whether you run along the Wilmington Riverwalk, find your flow on an oceanfront pier, hike a state park, or traverse diverse waterways, find many ways to stay active while on vacation here.

From the beaches to downtown Wilmington, discover the heart and soul of the area as local singer-songwriters and musicians share their favorite nightlife hotspots and ways to experience live music.

Find tranquility at one the premiere gardens of the South, on a guided eco-tour to a National Estuarine Reserve or by way of water to uninhabited islands.

With a quick hit of high-energy, get inspired by outdoor experiences you can find in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, including standup paddleboarding, hiking, surfing and yoga.

Indulge in the food, craft beer and cocktails and live music that make up a vibrant and eclectic nightlife scene in Wilmington and our island beaches.

Surf the breaks in Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach where professional and amateur surfers alike can catch the perfect wave.

Bring your chairs or blankets, a picnic basket and enjoy an evening outdoors as music fills the gardens during Airlie Gardens Summer Concert Series.

Experience live music with spectacular river views at the summertime Downtown Sundown Concert Series. As the sun sets in historic downtown Wilmington, live bands take the stage. Feel like you’re right there in this 360 degree video.

Enjoy 360 degree views as you travel past stately Victorian-era mansions and Gothic style churches on a guided horse-drawn carriage ride of historic downtown Wilmington.

Discover the rare, carnivorous Venus flytrap along the trails of Carolina Beach State Park and end your adventure on the urban Wilmington Ale Trail for a craft beer-based excursion.

Known as Hollywood East, take a guided, 360 degree walking tour through downtown Wilmington to learn about famous film and TV sites and locations.

Take in 360 degree views of downtown Wilmington and the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA as you walk along the half-mile SECU Memorial Walkway and stop at the five bump-out areas that honor each branch of the military.

Learn about true ghostly occurrences told by professional storytellers as you tour haunted sites in Wilmington, one of the most actively haunted cities in the world.

Learn about the different types of bus tours available to sample from Wilmington's craft breweries, as well as seasonal and specialty tours for birthdays, bachelor and bachelorette parties.

Enjoy the scenic riverfront views and hear the captain talk about cruises featuring Eagles Island, Wilmington’s history and more.

Find out why this style girl likes our beautiful shopping settings and independent boutiques.

Voted by Wilmington locals as “the Best Gift Shop”, take a stroll through Blue Moon Gift Shops’ award-winning store filled with unique gifts and souvenirs from artisan craftsmen.

Discover a charming shopping village of locally owned boutiques and cafes as you glide Go-Pro style among beautiful landscaping, whimsical sculptures and storybook bridges.

Go on a shopping spree GoPro style at a pedestrian-friendly center where brand-name shopping, dining and entertainment are just the beginning.

Step inside one of Wilmington’s family-owned iconic shops Old Book on Front Street and learn what makes this book store one-of-a-kind.

Whether you arrive by land or by sea, GoPro and explore some of the great shopping venues in historic downtown Wilmington.

Get outside your normal mode of transportation and explore the Gary Shell Cross-City Trail, a 15-mile multi-use path.

You'll bike and walk through lovely gardens and paddle the scenic lake as this GoPro style video takes you to an evening concert at the Hugh Morton Amphitheater.

Beautiful gardens with azaleas, a Butterfly House and quiet walkways await you in this short GoPro style video.

Tour beautiful historic homes decorated for Christmas in Wilmington. All structures on the tour are in the Historic District of Wilmington, North Carolina, as listed on the National Register of Historic Places.