Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Airlie Gardens
After visiting Airlie Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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.

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.

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.
Top hotels in Wrightsville Sound

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
Nice for complimentary
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
The pools, ocean front and view from our balcony were beautiful. The front desk and restaurant staffs were friendly and accommodating. Our rental unit, however was outdated and dirty (hall maintenance closet full of dust). The last night of our stay we turned the tv on for the first time to find ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Everything was great in the beginning all the staff were very friendly and helpful until our last night. WE had been there to attend our goddaughter's wedding. After the event we went back to our room, changed into our PJ's and decided to go sit outside by the waterfront. Well, we left our key in ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Overall my stay was nice but a coffee maker in the room and clean floors in the room would've been better. My feet were filthy after walking around the room so I had to throw on socks so I wasn't getting into bed with dirty feet. Also, the rooms facing the parking lot need better black out curtains ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Comfort Inn University
Great hot brkfast every morning!!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Pirates Cove
The A/C was ice cold when we got to the room .Turned the heat on and that worked perfectly too. The room was spotless. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wrightsville Sound

Airlie
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airlie and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.

Mayfaire
If you're spending some time in Mayfaire, Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are top sights worth seeing.

Landfall
While there might not be top attractions in Landfall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.

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 Screen Gems Studios.

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.

New Market Center
While there might not be top attractions in New Market Center, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park.
