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Things to do in Wilmington NC
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Julia Dillon
Some of my favorite activities to do in Wilmington NC
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Take a walk around a part of history. Do guided tours or freely walk around the USS North Carolina and the gift shop.
Battleship North Carolina
Go to the river court used to film One Tree Hill while sitting by the water and enjoying the breeze
One Tree Hill: The River Court
Walk the boardwalk along the river and step into a number of shops and restaurants along the way
Wilmington Riverwalk
Get tickets to see your favorite artists on the water
Live Oak Bank Pavilion
Walk round Greenfield lake with your friends, family or fur babies. Plenty of shade and grassy areas to enjoy a picnic also
Greenfield Park
Listen to your favorite artists or comedians here
Greenfield Lake Amphitheater
Walk through the beautiful gardens and can be used as a venue for any event
Airlie Gardens
Enjoy walking around and learning about the different history of cape fear
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
Enjoy history of the railroads next to the river and coffee next door
Wilmington Railroad Museum
Drive down to the very end of Kure beach and visit the aquarium. After head to the public beach or jetty walk
North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
Enjoy many art exhibitions while also being able to sign up for workshops, classes and kids programs
Cameron Art Museum
Head to jungle rapids for the waterpark, laser tag, arcade and more! Good for families or just a day full of fun
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
Walk the boardwalk, enjoy the arcades and ferris wheel with the family! Also great place for an adult getaway as there is a heavy populated bar scene
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Head to Kure Beach Pier for fishing and food! Tasty local restaurants are also right in the area
Kure Beach Pier
Enjoy fishing? Head to Johnnie Mercer's fishing pier in Wrightsville
Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier
