New Hanover County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A metal bridge with a green traffic light, surrounded by trees and a sunset sky.
A long pier extending into the ocean with a clear sky.
A large naval ship with multiple gun turrets on a dock.
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with two people holding surfboards.
A wooden boardwalk leading to the ocean.

Popular cities in New Hanover County

The Alton L. Lemnion Federal Building, a United States Court House, with palm trees and a flag.
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

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington
  • Riverwalk
  • Battleship North Carolina
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A crowded beach with waves, umbrellas, and buildings in the background.
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
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A coastal road with a beach, parked cars, and a clear blue ocean.
Kure Beach
Known for Beaches, Sea and Aquariums
Explore Kure Beach: its beaches, aquarium, natural setting and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Kure Beach Pier
  • Kure Beach
  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
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A row of beach houses with a wooden fence in the foreground.
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
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Castle Hayne
Castle Hayne
Head to sights like Riverside Kitchen & Bar as you discover the local area in Castle Hayne.
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Stay near popular New Hanover County attractions

A colorful street with a blue building labeled 'Krazy Kones' and a sign for 'Fried Dough Cakes'.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Have a fun-filled day at Carolina Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Carolina Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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