Northside 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.
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a performance at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
Bellamy Mansion Museum
You can study the exhibits at Bellamy Mansion Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Top hotels in Northside
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was large, and had storage space. Bathroom was very clean.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Sleep Inn
They were very attentive and very clean room abd great beds
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Room was nice and clean.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Friendly staff and clean, rooms…love the sitting area and large bathroom! The restaurant was excellent!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Went to Floatilla and the service was excellent, and the view was perfect. The room was great.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Staff was very nice and helpfull. Breakfast was good also
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Northside
Brooklyn Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brooklyn Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
The Bottom
While The Bottom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Dry Pond
While Dry Pond may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.
Northside Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Northside by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Wilmington neighborhoods
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- Carolina Heights
- Carolina Beach
- Live Oak Bank Pavilion
- Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
- Cape Fear River
- Kure Beach Pier
- Cape Fear Community College
- Freeman Park
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site
- Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
- Ocean Front Park
- Fort Fisher State Recreation Area
- Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
- Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
- Bellamy Mansion Museum
