Northside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Carolina Heights
Enjoy an outing to Carolina Heights during your stay in Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience
Our pick of the best Northside 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
Great staff very helpful. Great bartender in the bar and grill. Held my package for me that was overnighted and retrieved it immediately. My only issue was air conditioning not working as well as it could have.
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
Main reason for the rating is the fact they didn’t have coffee in lobby for free. You had to pay the Starbucks and it wasn’t open u til after 7
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Pirates Cove
The A/C was ice cold when we got to the room .Turned the heat on and that worked perfectly too. The room was spotless. Would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 16 May 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.
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.
