Northside Travel Guide
Wilmington
Popular places to visit
Carolina Heights
Enjoy an outing to Carolina Heights during your stay in Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Wilmington. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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 seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Top hotels in Northside
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
The moccasin at the very end was perfect for walking and finding some solitude. The property is a little dated but clean ands functional with amazing views of the ocean. I will return!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Very clean , easy check in even accommodated a very late check in do to travel plans changing. We were in town looking at houses for relocating so we weren’t in the room much but the bed was very comfortable and I slept great.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Had to request fresh towels ...the hotel wanted me to hang up wet rowel and reuse it later
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn University
Decent stay clean rooms friendly staff. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Everything was great with the exception of having a few ants in our room. Staff were accommodating, attentive and friendly. The overall hotel was in good condition. Starbucks onsite. Location - good proximity to beach, downtown. Comfortable. Gym has everything one would need for a good workout.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
This hotel smells SO GOOD!! The pool wasn't available, it was under construction but it was right on the beach and the staff was awesome. The bed was a bit firm for my liking but my back felt better the next morning....go figure, lol. I will absolutely stay here again. It's in walking distance to ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion 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.
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.
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.
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.
