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Eagles Island Narrated Boat Cruise: Wilmington River HistoryCruise the Cape Fear River on a 46-foot catamaran past the Battleship North Carolina and historic shipwrecks.
- 355 reviews
- 4.65★
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Tue–Sun
- 5
Wilmington: Private Sailing Charter & Sunset River ViewsFeel the breeze on Wilmington’s waterfront with a private sailing charter for up to six guests. Enjoy sunset views, BYOB, and a relaxed local crew, kids welcome.
- 215 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Wilmington NC: History & Architecture Walking TourWilmington walking tour covers colonial times through Civil War and film industry era. Includes Bellamy Mansion Museum, 1.5 miles with local guide. Comfortable shoes required.
- 223 reviews
- 4.89★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Recommended (7)
Wilmington Ghost Tour: Haunted Landmarks & Dark History
- 167 reviews
- 4.53★
- Duration
- 1h
Wilmington Trolley Pub: 2-Hour Pedal Bar Crawl Downtown
- 135 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 2h
Wilmington: E-Bike City Tour, Greenfield Lake & Soda Pop District
- 89 reviews
- 4.89★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise: Dolphins & Island History
- 80 reviews
- 4.50★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Ghost Walk of Old Wilmington: 90-minute haunted tour
- 33 reviews
- 4.52★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Masonboro Island Cruise: Shorebirds & Dolphins in Wilmington
- 8 reviews
- 4.50★
- Duration
- 1h
More options (10)
Wilmington E-Bike Tour to Airlie Gardens: Self-Guided or LedRide an e-bike from downtown Wilmington through the River to Sea Bikeway to Airlie Gardens, a 67-acre botanical estate with a dozen themed gardens.
- 4 reviews
- 4.00★
- Duration
- 3h 15m
- Every day
- 13:00
Haunted Pub Crawl Wilmington: 4 Pubs, Ghost StoriesHaunted pub crawl through Wilmington's historic district with costumed guide revealing chilling local tales at four off-the-path pubs. 2.5 hours, 21+ with valid ID.
- 4 reviews
- 4.75★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Fri and Sat
- 19:30
Wilmington E-Bike Sunset Ride: Riverfront & Greenfield LakeEvening e-bike tour through Wilmington's Riverwalk and Greenfield Lake, guided on electric bikes with helmet and insurance included. Arrives back in time for dinner.
- 3 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- Wed–Sat
- 18:00
Sunset Boat Tour Wilmington: 90-Minute Cape Fear River CruiseNinety-minute sunset cruise on the Cape Fear River aboard the Cruisin' Tiki with tiki bar, Bluetooth speaker and views of the Historic Battleship North.
- 3 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Every day
- 18:00
Custom Boating Charters in Wilmington, NC: Sunset CruisesTwo-hour private sunset cruise on the Intracoastal Waterway with a live guide, cooler of ice water, and your choice of stops, island hopping.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
Wrightsville Beach Private Pontoon Charter: Up to 7 passengersPrivate pontoon charter for up to 7 passengers to Masonboro Island with captain, first mate and music included. 2 to 4 hours on the water.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 4
Masonboro Island Ferry from Wilmington: Shell and SwimFerry to Masonboro Island, North Carolina's largest marine sanctuary, with live guide and hotel pickup.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 9m–2h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Private Vacation Photoshoot: Wrightsville Beach Sunset & MorningGet professional vacation photos at Wrightsville Beach with a local photographer who knows the hidden spots. Choose your session length and time of day.
- Duration
- 1h
- start times · Every day
- 24
Private Downtown Wilmington Sunset Cruise on Cape Fear RiverCruise the Cape Fear River on the Cruisin' Tiki for 90 minutes at sunset with a tiki bar, Bluetooth speaker and party lighting to create the perfect evening celebration.
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Every day
- 18:00
Private Downtown Wilmington River Cruise: Cape Fear in 90 minutesNinety-minute private charter on the Cruisin' Tiki with tiki bar, Bluetooth speaker and party lighting.
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 5
Wilmington at a glance ✓ 2026-11-03
- Most booked: Eagles Island Narrated Boat Cruise: Wilmington River History, US$ 24 (1h, 4.65★ · 355).
- Top rated: Wilmington: Private Sailing Charter & Sunset River Views, US$ 89 (2h, 4.99★ · 215).
- Best value: Wilmington NC: History & Architecture Walking Tour, US$ 27 (1h 30m, 4.89★ · 223).
Of the 20 experiences: 17 with free cancellation, 17 with instant confirmation, 2 with hotel pickup and 11 bookable last-minute.