Wilmington NC Attractions

300 Airlie Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
910.798.7700

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A Century of Gardens by the Sea
67 acres of magnificent gardens and much more

New Hanover County Arboretum
6206 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC 28403
910.798.7660

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7 Acres Of Beautiful Gardens & Plantings
“Horticultural Laboratory”
Free Admission

1 Battleship Road
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.399.9100

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The Most Decorated U.S. Battleship of WWII

Designated as minor basilica in 2013
412 Ann Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.762.5491

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503 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.251.3700

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10,000 square feet – 22 Rooms

Formal Garden

Greek Revival, Neoclassical and Italianate Architecture – Antebellum Period

224 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.762.0570

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Colonial Era – Georgian Architecture – Public Gardens – Tours

Listen to Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens Podcasts

814 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.798.4370

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52,000 artifacts that document the history, science, and cultures of the Lower Cape Fear

3201 South 17th Street
Wilmington, North Carolina 28412
910.395.5999

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Modern & Historic Exhibitions – Guided Tours

CAM Cafe

116 Orange Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.254.3534

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Hands-on art, science, and literacy-focused learning for children up to age 10

Exhibits

1223 23rd Street North
Wilmington, NC 28405

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15-mile off-road, multi-use trail.  Bicycle and pedestrian access to recreational, cultural and educational destinations.

4099 S. 17tth Street
Wilmington, NC 28412
910.341.0075

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58-acre Park • Nature Trails • Playground

10 Cowan St
Wilmington, North Carolina 28402

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Downtown 6.6-acre park along the Cape Fear River connected to the Wilmington Riverwalk.  The park includes the Live Oak Bank Pavilion, Riverfront Stage, Performance Lawn, Great Lawn, Urban Gardens, Splash Pad, Terrace, Playground, Festival Plaza, Riverfront Lawn, Outdoor Rooms, Box Office, Parks Office, and Public Restrooms.

To / From:  Foot of Market Street in Wilmington to Johnnie Mercer’s Fishing Pier in Wrightsville Beach (11 miles)

National Register of Historic Places

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1,070 acres include approximately 230+ blocks, 875 buildings, 38 sites, and other structures

Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, water, and comfortable shoes are recommended

3800 Canterbury Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
910.341.7852

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Venus Flytrap and other carnivorous plants

More Photos and Video

505 Nutt Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
910.763.2634

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Railroading was Wilmington’s top industry for 125 years.  The Wilmington Railroad Museum captures the look and feel of its rich history.

1.75 miles along the Cape Fear River from Nunn Street to the Isabella Holmes Bridge.
Entrances at South Water Street & Market Street and many other points.

→ More than 200 shops, restaurants, attractions, entertainment, walking tours, and river cruises ←

*Second Best Riverwalk In USA Travel Award (2021) USA Today*

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