Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Wilmington travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wilmington

With a population of 106,476, Wilmington is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wilmington to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wilmington

If you’re looking for affordable options, Circa 1922 (8 N. Front St.) and Osteria Cicchetti (1125 Military Cutoff Road Suite K) are great picks.

When to visit Wilmington

Wilmington in January
Estimated hotel price
$188
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wilmington in January
Estimated hotel price
$188
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wilmington in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 198 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Wilmington, with an average rainfall of 71 mm.

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How to Get to Wilmington

Plane

When flying to Wilmington, you’ll arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Wilmington is called Wilmington, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wilmington using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Wilmington takes 861 km and will cost you around $164. From New York, the ticket costs about $301 for a journey of 1408 km. Wilmington’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Wilmington, you’ll arrive at Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM), which is located 7 km from the city centre.

Train

The train station in Wilmington is called Wilmington, and is located 5 km from the city centre.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Wilmington using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Washington, D.C., the bus ride to Wilmington takes 861 km and will cost you around $164. From New York, the ticket costs about $301 for a journey of 1408 km. Wilmington’s bus station is located 4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Wilmington

MYRMyrtle Beach Intl
ILMWilmington New Hanover County
FAYFayetteville

Airlines serving Wilmington

KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,895 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,914 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,174 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,019 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,847 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,140 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,696 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (664 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (330 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wilmington

Average rates range from around $327 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $246 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Wilmington Downtown and Wingate by Wyndham Wilmington.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wilmington

Most booked hotels in Wilmington

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$264+
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Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$249+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson,Wilmington, NC
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$166+
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Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington
2 stars
Okay (4.1, Okay reviews)
$122+
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Hiring a car in Wilmington

Hertz, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Wilmington is the Budget branch at 1740 Airport Boulevard, which is 7 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Wilmington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.89 and $25.18. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wilmington, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hertz, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Wilmington is the Budget branch at 1740 Airport Boulevard, which is 7 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Wilmington (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.89 and $25.18. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Wilmington, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Wilmington

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Hertz

Hertz

Avis

Avis
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