Nicole’s guidebook
Restaurants
Elijah's
2 Ann StHuge portions. Great burgers and hand cut fries.
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The Fork 'N' Cork
122 Market StHuge portions. Great burgers and hand cut fries.
Tarantelli's
102 S 2nd St
Savorez
402 Chestnut St
The Copper Penny
109 Chestnut StFood network visit from Guy Fieri
Circa 1922
8 N Front St
Nikki’s Fresh Gourmet & Sushi downtown
16 S Front StDesserts
Kilwin's Chocolates
16 Market St
Circa 1922
8 N Front St
Boombalatti's Homemade Ice Cream
1005 N 4th StBrewery
Flytrap Brewing
319 Walnut St
Edward Teach Brewing
604 N 4th St
Bottega Art & Wine
723 N 4th StNeighborhoods
Explore the area’s historic roots on a self-guided or horse-drawn carriage ride of downtown’s National Register Historic District. Visit some of the finest examples of historic Victorian-era architecture at the Bellamy Mansion, built on the eve of the Civil War; the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens, the only structure in Wilmington from the colonial era open to the public; and Latimer House, which transports visitors back to the Victorian era to learn tales of the Latimer family.
This district also plays “Big Brother” to our Brooklyn Arts District. Located on the historic north side of downtown Wilmington, Brooklyn Arts District is an artist’s dream full of industrial buildings and old churches. It is anchored by the Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews.
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Historic District
Explore the area’s historic roots on a self-guided or horse-drawn carriage ride of downtown’s National Register Historic District. Visit some of the finest examples of historic Victorian-era architecture at the Bellamy Mansion, built on the eve of the Civil War; the Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens, the only structure in Wilmington from the colonial era open to the public; and Latimer House, which transports visitors back to the Victorian era to learn tales of the Latimer family.
This district also plays “Big Brother” to our Brooklyn Arts District. Located on the historic north side of downtown Wilmington, Brooklyn Arts District is an artist’s dream full of industrial buildings and old churches. It is anchored by the Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews.
Airlie Gardens, one of the premier gardens in the South, is home to 67 acres of Gilded Age gardens and lakes, including the famous nearly 500- year-old Airlie Oak.
Visitors will find everything from a family fun park and historic gardens, to golf and shopping villages in midtown. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park features a waterpark with a million-gallon wave pool, speed slides and lazy river, along with dry activities like miniature golf, go-karts, laser tag, mini-bowling, a rock-climbing wall and an arcade.
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course was designed by legendary golf architect Donald Ross to provide the public with a quality, championship 18-hole course at an affordable price point. It was named the 50th best course in North Carolina by “Top 100 Golf Courses of the World” and is a must-play for golfers when in town.
Midtown also offers exceptional shopping opportunities like Lumina Station, where visitors can enjoy locally owned boutiques and cafes set amidst impeccable landscaping, whimsical sculptures and storybook bridges; and Mayfaire Town Center, featuring brand-name shops, restaurants and a movie theater.
Midtown Way
Midtown WayAirlie Gardens, one of the premier gardens in the South, is home to 67 acres of Gilded Age gardens and lakes, including the famous nearly 500- year-old Airlie Oak.
Visitors will find everything from a family fun park and historic gardens, to golf and shopping villages in midtown. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park features a waterpark with a million-gallon wave pool, speed slides and lazy river, along with dry activities like miniature golf, go-karts, laser tag, mini-bowling, a rock-climbing wall and an arcade.
Wilmington Municipal Golf Course was designed by legendary golf architect Donald Ross to provide the public with a quality, championship 18-hole course at an affordable price point. It was named the 50th best course in North Carolina by “Top 100 Golf Courses of the World” and is a must-play for golfers when in town.
Midtown also offers exceptional shopping opportunities like Lumina Station, where visitors can enjoy locally owned boutiques and cafes set amidst impeccable landscaping, whimsical sculptures and storybook bridges; and Mayfaire Town Center, featuring brand-name shops, restaurants and a movie theater.
Embrace the unique beachside boardwalk, named one of the most awesome boardwalks in the country – where you can browse shops, eateries, and arcades - and feel like a kid again. There are countless ways to tempt your taste buds at Carolina Beach from fresh seafood and sushi to tiki bars and grills to award-winning chowder and the famous, family-owned Britt’s Donuts, where mouthwatering doughnuts have been prepared and served warm since 1939.
For those who love boating or fishing, Carolina Beach is home to some of the best on the North Carolina coast. The Carolina Beach Fishing Center and Marina is home to one of North Carolina’s largest selections of recreational fishing fleets. The marina also offers charters for inshore, offshore, Gulf Stream and tournament fishing excursions.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Carolina Beach Lake Park was noted as being the largest freshwater lake (11 acres) closest to saltwater. Visitors can stroll the mile around the lake, or take in a concert at the nearby amphitheater. The 761-acre Carolina Beach State Park is home to the rare Venus flytrap, as well as nature trails, campsites, cabins, a visitor’s center, marina and educational programs. A popular area of beach known as Freeman Park is a favored spot for surf fishing, camping and four-wheeling. And, the adventurous will enjoy the Carolina Beach Skate Park, located at Mike Chappell Park.
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Carolina Beach
Embrace the unique beachside boardwalk, named one of the most awesome boardwalks in the country – where you can browse shops, eateries, and arcades - and feel like a kid again. There are countless ways to tempt your taste buds at Carolina Beach from fresh seafood and sushi to tiki bars and grills to award-winning chowder and the famous, family-owned Britt’s Donuts, where mouthwatering doughnuts have been prepared and served warm since 1939.
For those who love boating or fishing, Carolina Beach is home to some of the best on the North Carolina coast. The Carolina Beach Fishing Center and Marina is home to one of North Carolina’s largest selections of recreational fishing fleets. The marina also offers charters for inshore, offshore, Gulf Stream and tournament fishing excursions.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, Carolina Beach Lake Park was noted as being the largest freshwater lake (11 acres) closest to saltwater. Visitors can stroll the mile around the lake, or take in a concert at the nearby amphitheater. The 761-acre Carolina Beach State Park is home to the rare Venus flytrap, as well as nature trails, campsites, cabins, a visitor’s center, marina and educational programs. A popular area of beach known as Freeman Park is a favored spot for surf fishing, camping and four-wheeling. And, the adventurous will enjoy the Carolina Beach Skate Park, located at Mike Chappell Park.