We stayed at a hotel that was located right at the Riverwalk. The views were amazing. While…read morewalking, you can see the Battleship North Carolina. There are many restaurants located on the scenic route. I thoroughly enjoyed my walks back and forth daily.

Decided to stop here on our way from Myrtle Beach to Raleigh, choosing Wilmington over…read moreFayetteville, which I heard didn't offer much in terms of attractions. The Riverwalk is a beautiful and scenic spot that offers stunning views of the Cape Fear River. As you stroll along, you can do some reading about the area's rich history, which is beautifully shared through informational plaques and signs along the way. Wilmington also offers several guided history tours, there's a boat tour that explores the river and its surroundings, and a horse-and-carriage tour that takes you through the historic downtown area. It's a great way to learn about Wilmington's past while enjoying the charming scenery. While there, be sure to visit the local coffee shop for a quick caffeine boost, browse the Spice Merchant for unique spices and flavorings, and take a walk around to explore local shops. For lunch, we enjoyed a meal at Anny Bonney's, a popular spot known for its casual vibe and tasty seafood. Overall, Wilmington's Riverwalk is a lovely stop that combines scenic beauty, history, and good eats, definitely worth a visit if you're passing through!

Downtown Wilmington is an enchanting and eclectic blend of unique coffeehouses, shops, and places…read more Foodies & coffee lovers will love the unique cuisine and indie coffee places. Every place we explored seemed a short walk from our hotel or a short driving. Parking can be expensive yet there are parking garages with stellar prices in downtown. Wilmington is the Hollywood of the South with a history & future of being a hot location for movies and film. We kept ending up places filmed in a movie or television series. Some of the places we explored in Wilmington: Papercut Books, Hidden Grounds Coffee, The Cotton Exchange, The Copper Penny, The Museum of the Bizarre, and The Black Cat Shoppe. For beach lovers, Wilmington has Carolina Beach and the views are spectacular. We chose to explore Wilmington in the winter when it was off season and had few to no tourists especially on the beach. We didn't get to go to all the places we wanted to see but we plan to in the future.

Did you know that Dawson's Creek was filmed in downtown Wilmington, North Carolina? It was! I…read moredidn't know that little nugget of information about one of my favorite WB teen dramas until a friendly local let me know. And not only was Dawson's Creek filmed in downtown Wilmington, but you can go on a tour of all of the filming locations! So, you too can walk on the Wilmington Riverwalk and reminisce about the first time Andie and Pacey kissed. Or visit the original "Icehouse" where Joey worked. Yes, it's all here in downtown Wilmington. Even if you're not into Dawson's Creek, this area is a really neat place to explore. Definitely walk along the Riverwalk / boardwalk and pop your head into some of the many shops and restaurants that are around. This area is right by the water, and in the distance, you can see the USS North Carolina battleship. There is also a horse-drawn carriage that you can hop onto, and many different tours that explain the history and architecture of the area. We visited during the peak summer months, and there were lots of people around. This is definitely a popular tourist spot.

This linear park is the center strip where the rails used to be, between Railroad Street and L.P…read more Willingham Parkway. It is a passive park, currently fenced off for repair and replanting of the grass that looks like it's a little torn up from too much use. The park seems like it would be ideal as a farmers market or art show area. The top of the park is the main draw, the original Jacksonville train station since rebuilt and restored to its original exterior. The building was closed so I don't know what the interior looks like. There is also a small caboose rail car next to the station for maximum photographical awesomeness. The back end of the building has a small covered stage. [Review 15506 overall, 1010 of 2021, number 3048 in North Carolina.]

I decided to bring my kiddos to the park so they could enjoy jacksonville winterfest for the first…read moretime. We have lived here for over a decade, but yet this was our first time coming. My kids loved watching Santa ride in on his Harley. The man playing Santa was courteous and didn't feel like they rushed the kids in and out like an assembly line. Or herding cattle. Didn't feel like that at all. The lines were crazy long. Just means so many of our local neighbors got to enjoy the fun festivities out city put on for its people. The "snow" could definitely be improved, but this is coming from a former northern who lived in the snow.

The Cotton Exchange is a small collective of small busineses. It has cafes, a nail shop, a salon…read moreand several clothing boutiques. It has a real quaint few. I did get a workout walking to the top floor and exiting out to Front Street. I just love the small town feel.

Didn't really see any shops that interested me here. Of those I did stop into, the people were…read morefriendly, but the prices were a bit overboard. And I was surprise with the lack of local goods (eg olive oil place is all imported but no info on the labels). I parked in their lot because I figured I would easily find something I'd like, support local, and validate my parking. Probably could have enjoyed a light meal here but not my kind of place - too tourist trappy.

Not being from the area my colleagues booked our group a river boat tour…read more Over all had a great time and would recommend it fully. The captain wasn't overly talky...pointed out some significant landmarks but let the river do all the talking. The boat does have a bar of wine, beer and pop. My colleagues and I enjoyed the tour completely, was a good opportunity for us to relax, hangout and enjoy each others company.

Interesting tour.. lasted the duration of time but not that engaging. Saw the ports and turned back…read morebefore going all the way past them. Not the most comfortable seating

Connected to Riverwalk Park at the opposite end of Railroad Street, L.P. Willingham Waterfront Park…read moreis also a passive space with some open grass and surrounded by homes. There are a number of captions scattered about that point out the history of the area and local citizens. [Review 15507 overall, 1011 of 2021, number 3049 in North Carolina.]

The particular vibe in New Bern is that of a sort of inland estuary, exemplified by this waterfront…read morespace. There are some nice views, and paths allow you to walk a decent distance in either direction. There was picnic seating and passable restrooms among other facilities. It feels very different than the classic Outer Banks areas that are not so far away, but it has a relaxed charm that has merited more than one stop for me over the years.

Fantastic to be by the water in this six acre park where the Neuse and Trent Rivers meet. Benches,…read morepicnic tables and grills allow for a great opportunity to be riverside and outside. Playgrounds, restrooms and a handicapped-accessible boardwalk! The gazebo at the center was being set up for some sort of Veterans' Day event and I certainly appreciate the effort and dedication of setting up all those flags. When that's not going on, there are probably music concerts and other festivals in this terrific space! [Review 18889 overall - 3374 in North Carolina - 2412 of 2022.]

This is an incredible place to go for local events, and to step away into nature. The river walk…read moreitself is beautiful and quiet, and the park offers a wonderful playground and event space. If you live anywhere in this area and haven't been here, you should go immediately.

What a beautiful spot in Leland! With plenty of paved parking, it's a perfect place to be on a nice…read moreday. We lucked out too! I was looking for a place for my daughter to get the energy out and, with good reviews, headed toward Riverwalk Park. It just so happened to be their Christmas market and fair - with face painting, vendors, special treats and games. My little one could have cared less about the aforementioned happenings. She cares about playgrounds and this park had one of the best we've seen. It was crawling with kids, so even better for entertainment! She played for hours. There was plenty of space, nooks and crannies for kids to run and do their own thing. The equipment all looked in good repair and the park was very clean. Everything is surrounded by mature trees so the playground was shaded during our visit. As lunch approached, we walked over to the water for some calm & relaxation. There are a couple of boat ramps, though I believe I was there at low-tide as one looked inaccessible. There were also a couple of swings to sit and look out over the water. I noted a walking trail as we were leaving and would certainly return to see the rest of the park. I was very impressed with my first visit here.

I visited in the early 2000's, went back on 2026-04-11, and had a great time on the self-guided…read moretour (~2 hours). Be prepared for a lot of walking and climbing steps. Most areas are kind of confined, some more than others! The ladders can be a little challenging but just take it easier. I found it easiest to go down ladders (aka stairs) backwards, facing the steps. The signage could use improvement. Sometimes it was hard to know which way to go or how to exit. It's a little like a maze! More photos at https://postimg.cc/gallery/SqN0YdB

This is my 2nd time on this amazing ship and I was just as amazed this time around as I was the…read morefirst time. Just to know that this boat was active once upon a time is amazing! The ship has been well maintained and preserved. The amount of how much of this ship history that has been preserved in simply astounding. From the sick recovery rooms, where surges were perform, the communications center, dining area, ship store, divers, laundry room, shower room, the ship is massive. Appreciating each and every person who served, appreciating those that have preserved this ship. The price was super affordable, staff were very friendly and informative. My son and I covered a great amount of the ship in two hours and u found rooms on the ship that I didn't see the first time around. Plenty of free parking and a nice gift shop as well.

We had a great time on our tour. So much I fact we signed up to do the night tour the same evening.read more

They were a no-show and kept the money. It's been 6 months now, and we're still waiting for the…read morerefund they owe us. They wanted payment immediately to guarantee the trolley. We paid $500. The day of the event, the trolley broke down and they called us after the event had started to say they weren't coming. They said we would get a refund the next week and here it is 6 months later and still no refund. Phone calls go to voicemail and messages go unanswered. Be sure to read the reviews on other review sites as well as the Better Business Bureau so you can see this is not unusual.