Battleship NORTH CAROLINA participated in every major naval offensive in the Pacific theater of operations during World War II, earning 15 battle stars. This authentically restored National Historic Landmark proudly serves as her State’s World War II Memorial to the 11,000+ North Carolinians who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Moored across from historic downtown Wilmington, the Battleship welcomes visitors daily. Plot your own course as you explore nine levels, climb inside gun turrets, marvel at early computers, and see where the crew ate, slept, and worked. Crew stories throughout the Ship introduce you to the 2,000 young men who called the Showboat home.

A cute shopping/eating area made out of shipping containers!

A great spot to park and check out Wrightsville Beach! You can also park at any of the public parking along the beach.

Wilmington's Riverwalk stretches 1.75 miles along the bank of the Cape Fear River in historic downtown Wilmington, running from the foot of Nun Street on the south of historic downtown to the Isabel Holmes Bridge on the north. It has been named in the top 10 riverwalks across the country by USA Today over the last decade.

An iconic staple of Wilmington this restaurant/bar sits along the river and has cheap drinks and eats!

A great brewery with indoor/outdoor seating that serves local beer and food!

Hidden Grounds Coffee is a charming cafe located at 21 South 2nd Street in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina. This cozy dinosaur theme coffee shop offers a beautiful green space where customers can relax and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee

Carly and Davids favorite coffee/brunch spot in Wilmington!