Sunset Park Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
![University of North Carolina at Wilmington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ab86ab546278d1ed66fb4ab38bfbcbe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Riverwalk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/5a5581fcb1782e991dc07c41d01bbbdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Battleship North Carolina which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147167-Battleship-North-Carolina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1ce105bb3d16cb753ad9b5521da10bf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
![Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4814837c5bacc7939d9ffd5bbf3aa1db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a performance at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
![Bellamy Mansion Museum which includes a house, heritage architecture and a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/134000/134915-Bellamy-Mansion.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Bellamy Mansion Museum
Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.
Activities
![Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46090777/1df9a9be-ea72-4c4e-bd54-7ef655950f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour
![Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48176449/b5c19024-ac7e-423e-a1c2-6aebaeca99f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Sunset Sailboat Cruise
![History and Architecture Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5272439/c19c72ba-c9d7-41f5-a9b4-4fc86308e2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
History and Architecture Walking Tour
![Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47882775/f0d08365-157b-4181-9128-318bd5bf940d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise
Our pick of the best Sunset Park Hotel Deals
![Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17800/17732/911fd317_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025
![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/aeb70d8f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025
![Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19660000/19656400/19656385/b352ac49_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025
![Sleep Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42800/42717/4ffa411c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025
![Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75930000/75926800/75926705/a3384215_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025
![Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15394/09957422_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sunset Park
![Wilmington which includes an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147309-North-Carolina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
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Lincoln Forest
While Lincoln Forest isn't home to many top sights, Cameron Art Museum and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Forest Hills
While Forest Hills 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.
![Wilmington which includes an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147309-North-Carolina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
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Audubon
Though Audubon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Battleship North Carolina.
![Wilmington which includes an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/147000/147309-North-Carolina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
River District
If you're spending some time in River District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.