Insiders' Guide to North Carolina's Southern Coast and Wilmington
Insiders' Guide to North Carolina's Southern Coast and Wilmington Insiders' Guide to North Carolina's Southern Coast and Wilmington

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Things to Do

To find out more about fun things to do locally choose from the following list.

  • Airlie Gardens

    Airlie Gardens encompasses 67 acres of quintessential Southern gardens with 10 acres of freshwater lakes.

  • The Art of the Table

    Bellamy Mansion is proud to host Art of the Table, a collection of creatively themed tabletops designed by local artists, boutiques, florists and interior designers.

  • Battleship NORTH CAROLINA

    Standing with quiet dignity and majesty across the Cape Fear River from historic downtown Wilmington, the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA beckons visitors to walk her decks.

  • Break Time Grill & Ten Pin Alley

    With 28 pool tables, 24 lanes, a full pro shop, arcade, 19 TV's, and a full service restaurant, we are Wilmington's premiere spot for hours of family fun!!

  • Buccaneer - Topsail Island Tours

    Bubba Gump Shrimp Cruise, Sightseeing, Sunset & Party Cruises available!

  • Cape Fear Museum

    The State's oldest history museum located in Downtown Wilmington.

  • Cape Fear Riverboats

    Cruise the Cape Fear aboard North Carolina's largest riverboat.

  • Chamber Music Wilmington

    A nonprofit organization that brings world-class chamber music concerts to the Thalian Hall Ballroom.

  • Cucalorus Film Festival

    Cucalorus has established itself as one of the few truly independent film festivals in the world, serving the needs of filmmakers before the interests of corporate sponsors or the studios.

  • Dorothy - Topsail Island Tours

    Marine Life observation and Sunset Cruises available!

  • EUE/Screen Gems Studios Tour

    Take a walk through Wilmington's two-decade film history with a tour of EUE Screen Gems Studios North Carolina.

  • The Field Studio

    The Fields are experts at audition preparation for musical theater, opera, choral solos, college and conservatory entrance.

  • Hieronymus Fishing Charters

    Captain Cord uses his 19’ Maycraft equipped with light tackle, top of the line Furuno GPS navigation and color scope electronics to efficiently fish the creeks, rivers and near-shore areas of southern North Carolina.

  • Hook, Line and Paddle

    We are one of the largest kayak, canoe, and stand up paddlecraft dealers in the Southeast.

  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

    Featuring Water Activities...A Cool Place to Play!

  • The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center

    A sea turtle hospital, rescue and rehabilitation center dedicated to the rehabilitation and release of sick and injured sea turtles.

  • Landfall

    Play on Landfall's two superlative courses, designed by Jack Nicklaus and Pete Dye.

  • Magnolia Greens

    This magnificent 27 hole golf plantation made its opening debut to rave reviews in February of 1998. Voted the third best new golf course in North Carolina by North Carolina Magazine.

  • Monkey Joe's

    This fun-filled indoor playground is a perfect spot for kids up to age 12, rain or shine.

  • No Excuses Fishing Charters

    We’re a year round fishing charter service, based in Wilmington, NC, specializing in custom light tackle saltwater trips around Topsail Island, Wrightsville Beach, Figure Eight Island, Carolina Beach, and the Cape Fear River.

  • North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

    The Aquarium includes indoor and outdoor exhibits, auditorium, classrooms, meeting rooms, and a gift shop.

  • North Carolina Symphony

    This New Hanover County chapter of the state symphony sponsors five public concerts a year at UNCW's Kenan Auditorium.

  • Odell Williamson Auditorium

    This state-of-the-art 1,500-seat performing arts facility exists for the multipurpose educational and cultural enrichment of Brunswick County and surrounding area.

  • Priority Sailing

    We are a unique company offering customized sailing adventures and instruction aboard our 52' cutter, the "Carolina Gale."

  • Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charters

    Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charters offers a wide variety of charters to meet your fishing needs.

  • Seaward Action Charters

    Seaward Action Charters offers wonderful fishing trips and charters throughout the Cape Fear area.

  • SeaSide Yoga and Boutique

    A balance between both hard and soft styles of yoga practice.

  • Thalian Community Theatre

    Tracing its theatrical roots back to 1788, the Thalian Association is a volunteer performing group staging five full-scale productions yearly in Thalian Hall.

  • Tregembo Animal Park

    Tregembo Animal Park is South Eastern North Carolina's oldest zoo. The Tregembo family has owned and operated the zoo in the same location for over 50 years.

  • Vonda Kay Headboat

    Come sail or fish on Topsail Beach's own 72' Partyboat!

  • Wilmington Athletic Club

    The regions most complete fitness facility.

  • Wilmington Family YMCA

    Offering a wide variety of fitness and educational activities.

  • Wilmington Hammerheads

    In addition to hosting other professional soccer teams for exciting matches, the Hammerheads conduct affordable, specialized clinics and camps.

  • Wilmington Sea Dawgs

    The Sea Dawgs are proud to be a member of the Premier Basketball League (PBL).

  • Wilmington Sharks

    One of 14 teams in the Coastal Plain Baseball League, the Wilmington Sharks debuted in 1997and now average 1,500 fans per game.

  • Wilmington Trolley

    Experience the Grandeur and Charm of Old Wilmington with a trolley tour.