Avondale Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Enjoy the student vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington during your visit to Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
Wilmington Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Mayfaire Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Mayfaire Town Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Top hotels in Avondale
Sleep Inn
Awesome
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Loved our room, will definitely come back
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Clean lobby, parking lot, and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Well decorated room we were able to gather with family for hours and be comfortable there.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Beds are very uncomfortable and need an upgrade. Ate at the restaurant and was served undercooked salmon. The amenities are great and convenient to the convention center. Valet is easy and guys are nice.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avondale
Pineywoods
Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Winter Park
While Winter Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park.
Seagate South
While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and New Hanover County Arboretum.
Audubon
Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
Devon Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Devon Park and surrounding area, you can visit Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Long Leaf Park and Cameron Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
