Avondale Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 riverfront 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
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Everything was great except for housekeeping knocking on our door to see if we had checked out. I’ve never had that happen before. It was very annoying.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
The location of this property is excellent. We felt safe. All units have lovely ocean views. It is an older property. It is not a fancy place. Each unit is different. Our visit was during shoulder season and some maintenance was being done. We stayed on the 4th floor - room 413 and found it to be ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn University
Pros: cold air and hot shower Cons: Hard beds Nasty carpet. I walked from one bed to the bathroom for a shower and my feet were nasty. Smells like old wet dog One washcloth and 3 hand towels One bar of soap in the bathroom and no hand soap. 1 ply toilet paper. Just splurge on some 2 ply already. ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
When I got to my hotel, I did not expect to have to pay for parking. And they use a QR code, which I assume would be confusing for many travelers. When I went to leave in the morning, I had a ticket on my car because they have not updated my license plate correctly. I also had trouble with the Wi-Fi, ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Lovely hotel!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Very welcoming staff, clean rooms, easy parking. The breakfast was decent.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avondale
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 Screen Gems Studios.
Audubon
Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Long Leaf Park and Screen Gems Studios.
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 Screen Gems Studios.
Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.