Dry Pond Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.
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.
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 beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience
Our pick of the best Dry Pond Hotel Deals
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
The location is beautiful. I believe every room is the same layout. They’re small suites but very adequate for two people. Each room has a balcony. Our room (202) was very clean. It’s an older resort that is definitely showing its age. Our bathroom had metal trim around the door and the bottom of ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Centrally located, rooms were nice, staff was nice
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Great staff! Clean room!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
Great hot brkfast every morning!!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Room was clean, newly renovated and staff was terrific.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Pirates Cove
Nicole was very helpful when fixing our keys when they wouldn’t work! Any time she would see us out and about she would ask if we needed anything! Very polite and courteous! Would stay here again! It was an awesome to have a place for our service animal to go and hang out! (as well as others who ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dry Pond
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.
South Front District
While there might not be top attractions in South Front District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.
Carolina Place
While there might not be top attractions in Carolina Place, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cape Fear Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.
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.
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.
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.
