Northside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
THE Wilmington History, Haunts & Breweries E-Bike Tour (4 hr)
3-Hour Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour/Sightseeing/History
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour
Our pick of the best Northside Hotel Deals
Sleep Inn
Awesome
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Loved our room, will definitely come back
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Clean lobby, parking lot, and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Well decorated room we were able to gather with family for hours and be comfortable there.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington
Rooms where terrible remote control broke hot water take forever bathroom needs remodeling. The staff were pleasant
Reviewed on 13 Feb 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.
