New Hanover County Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in New Hanover County
Wilmington
Known for Beaches, Sea and Rivers
Climb aboard a World War II battleship in this port city and catch a show at a theater that pre-dates the American Civil War.
Reasons to visit
- Riverwalk
- University of North Carolina at Wilmington
- Battleship North Carolina
Carolina Beach
Known for Beaches, Walking and Sea
This town, set on a peninsula between the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Fear River, is known for its uncrowded beaches, outstanding surf and boardwalk amusement park.
Reasons to visit
- Carolina Beach Boardwalk
- Carolina Beach
- Freeman Park
Kure Beach
Known for Beaches, Sea and Aquariums
Explore Kure Beach: its beaches, aquarium, sunrises and more!
Reasons to visit
- Kure Beach
- North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
- Kure Beach Pier
Wrightsville Beach
Known for Beaches, Sea and Islands
Relaxing Wrightsville Beach is calling! Discover its beaches, oceanfront, sunrises and more.
Reasons to visit
- Wrightsville Beach
- Johnnie Mercer's Pier
Castle Hayne
Venture to Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College—just two of the sights around Castle Hayne.
