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NORTH CAROLINA'S COAST
The Local Guide to
Wilmington & North
Carolina's Coast.
Beaches, small-town charm, family adventures, and the unforgettable coastal moments worth driving for.
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Best of Our Coast.
From the riverfront in Wilmington to the dunes at Fort Fisher — four towns, fifty miles of barrier islands, and the slow southern coast in between.
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Inspiration for
Every Kind of Trip.
Field-tested itineraries, local-favorite restaurants, and the kind of unhurried recommendations that don't show up on the first page of search results.
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Hotel, vacation rental, condo, or B&B in Wilmington beach country? A decision guide
Deciding where to stay near Wilmington's beaches? Compare hotels, vacation rentals, condos, and B&Bs by space, cost, service, and fine print so you book the right fit.
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Carolina Beach when the kitchens close: late-night and breakfast picks
Where to eat late and early in Carolina Beach: the late-night diner that stays open when kitchens close, plus the breakfast institutions worth the early beach-morning alarm.
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Rooftop and Waterfront Bars in Downtown Wilmington
Where to drink with a Cape Fear River view in downtown Wilmington: rooftop bars at aView and the Reel Cafe, plus waterfront patios along the Riverwalk.
Why the Battleship's parking lot became a marsh
Wilmington Riverfest: A First-Timer's Guide to the Riverfront's Biggest Fall Festival
The NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher Is Closed: What's Being Built and When It Reopens
Local Flavor
Coastal Dining
Done Right.
Fresh seafood, waterfront views, and a short list of places we keep coming back to.
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Get updates on things to do and the restaurants worth a reservation across Wilmington.