Wilmington tourist information
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Wilmington is located in Los Angeles County. Accommodations in Wilmington include Best Western Worldport Los Angeles. Wilmington is part of the Los Angeles-Long Beach, California metro area.
Wilmington, Delaware is located almost at the midpoint of the Boston-Richmond megalopolis. Because of its strategic location, Wilmington has excellent access to the various transportation networks of the eastern seaboard. Wilmington is the largest municipality in the state and the largest on the Delmarva Peninsula.
Music & theatre...Wilmington is proud to host a variety of nationally, regionally and locally renowned artists who perform throughout the year.
The restored Grand Opera House presents internationally known symphony orchestras, concert musicians, performers, dance companies and films. The Grand's schedule includes 60 events a year.
The Playhouse Theatre, in the Hotel duPont, is host to traveling first-run Broadway productions, the local opera company, and the local dance company. The Playhouse season runs from September to May and hosts approximately six shows a year.
Located on the Avenue of the Arts, The Delaware Theatre Company, which is the State's premiere
theatrical group, provides a wide range of classical and modern productions. The Company's season runs from late September until May and provides five plays and other weekend events.
From its 31 miles of pristine shoreline to the golden waters of the Cape Fear River, Historic Wilmington and North Carolina’s Cape Fear Coast welcomes its guests with sandy island beaches and a historic riverfront town. More than 45 attractions include lovely gardens, historic sites and homes, museums and movie studios. Art galleries, unique architecture, a lively arts scene, annual festivals, year-round golf, and pier, surf and deep-sea charter fishing are among the limitless opportunities that await those who visit.
Nestled midway between New York and Florida along the southeastern coast of North Carolina, the Cape Fear Coast is a place of uncommon beauty and a nautical legacy that spans centuries. Its rich heritage dates back to early explorers who named Cape Fear for its rugged shoals and foreboding waters. Also of significance is the area’s Revolutionary War, Civil War and World War II involvement, as well as its present day status as a busy port and filmmaking mecca.
Historic Wilmington & NC's Cape Fear Coast encompasses the city of Wilmington and the island communities of Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Its beautiful, uncrowded beaches and nearby estuarine reserves provide a true haven for sunseekers, beachcombers and nature lovers, and a sportsman's paradise for anglers, mariners and watersports enthusiasts.
Home to Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, Pleasure Island embodies coastal Americana. Its gazebo, Boardwalk, piers, marinas and amusement park add to its nostalgic appeal. When it’s time for revelry, there are party cruises, deep sea fishing excursions, shopping and attractions galore, including a state park where you can wind your way through nature trails in search of the rare indigenous Venus Flytrap. Step back in time at a Civil War battlefield and museum, or while away hours at the Aquarium’s state-of-the-art ocean and Cape Fear River habitats.
North of Pleasure Island is Wrightsville Beach, where island life is distinguished by its village charm and cosmopolitan lifestyle. Enjoy a leisurely bike ride or take a harbor cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway. Visit the island's history museum or spend the day shopping or playing tennis at the park or volleyball on the beach. From sea turtle-watches to exciting watersports, there's something for those seeking a quiet respite or a more active pace.
Just minutes from the beaches, Wilmington’s picturesque riverfront emerges from the Cape Fear River. Gracing its banks is one of the state’s largest historic districts, numbering approximately 230 blocks. Downtown Wilmington is a place where revitalization has proceeded with honor, dignity and respect, preserving the social and artistic heritage of days gone by. See the historic district's mansions and landmark buildings via horse-drawn trolley or carriage tour, riverboat cruise, restored trolley car, or take a walking tour given by some of the port city's most intriguing residents.
Across the river on Eagles Island rests the majestic Battleship NORTH CAROLINA, a restored World War II memorial. There are also other museums for children, fine art lovers, railroad and history buffs, including North Carolina's oldest history museum.
Feast upon the Atlantic Ocean’s bounty of fresh seafood, or enjoy a variety of ethnic cuisine and regional specialties, all served with Southern flair and hospitality. Lose track of time as you browse distinctive specialty and antique shops, clothing boutiques, shopping complexes, pottery outlets, and year-round holiday shops.
Guests are welcome at oceanfront, riverside and inland accommodations that offer varied overnight options. Bunk in for the evening at a cozy beach cottage, seaside resort, modern condo, luxury hotel, riverfront inn, or a quaint bed-and-breakfast in a historic home.
At day’s end, relax outdoors and behold nature’s beauty as the sun sinks into the river. Saunter along historic Wilmington’s riverwalk or taste the salty ocean spray as you stroll along the beach. Enjoy an evening at the theatre, a symphony concert, or other exciting nightlife options.
Whatever your pleasure, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for at North Carolina’s Cape Fear Coast, a variety vacationland for the discriminating traveler. Please accept our invitation and you'll discover why national publications continue to recognize the area as a top vacation destination. You’ll also find out first-hand why those of us who live here are fond of saying, “It’s always a beautiful day at the Cape Fear Coast.”
The city of Wilmington, nestled between North Carolina’s mighty Cape Fear River on the west and the powerful Atlantic Ocean on the east, has long been known as the “Port City of Progress and Pleasure.” Founded in 1739, Wilmington prospered during its early years as a major port and ship-building center. Today the city continues to flourish.
Boasting one of the largest districts listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Wilmington takes pride in its reputation as a leader in preservation efforts. Along the river, a number of Victorian, Georgian, Italianate and antebellum-style homes, buildings and churches have been carefully restored to their original grandeur. Many of these beautiful structures are now used as museums, shopping venues and bed-and-breakfasts.
Downtown Wilmington offers eclectic shopping, vibrant nightlife, theatrical productions, coffeehouses and outstanding restaurants that feature fresh local seafood and regional specialties. Inland, you’ll find excellent golf courses, department stores, parks, entertainment complexes, amusements, plantations, a state university and restaurants galore.
Local attractions and annual events are as diverse as the city itself. Visitors can enjoy more than 45 attractions, including day or evening riverboat cruises, museums showcasing North Carolina artists and history, and a variety of tours of the historic district, nature preserves, or movie studios. Traditional festivals such as the N.C. Azalea Festival and RiverFest, among others, celebrate the area’s arts and culture. Overnight options range from riverfront inns to extended stay accommodations and from chain hotels to quaint B&Bs. Discover historic Wilmington and experience Southern hospitality at its finest.
Combining the best of small-town values with big city accessibility, Wilmington is the county seat of Clinton County and within easy commuting distance to the major metropolitan areas of Columbus, Dayton and Cincinnati.
The town of Clinton, which Wilmington was originally named, was platted in August of 1810, with more than half of the original 128 lots selling later that year. By 1820, there were 8,085 Clinton County residents. The number steadily increased throughout the century.
Out of 181 surrounding cities and towns surveyed in 1995, Cincinnati Magazine concluded Wilmington was the number one "Most Livable Neighborhood". Our city garnered high marks as ranked by friendliness, environment, shopping, education, transportation, dining, property tax and housing costs.
Wilmington is an extremely affordable place to live, from its low tax rates to quality housing to the many fine goods and services available to residents.
Whether you're looking for newly built housing or interested in historically significant architecture, Wilmington offers affordable living in a community that values family life, educational excellence and professional opportunity.
Downtown is home to the Clinton County Courthouse, City Hall, professional offices, four bank offices, two savings and loans, and numerous specialty stores. Many downtown storefront facades have been returned to their earlier designs, in some cases with awnings over the sidewalks, leftover from the movie "Lost in Yonkers," portions of which were shot on location here. The producers were drawn to the unique architecture of the downtown Murphy Theatre, both its exterior and its interior, as they transformed it into a fictional neighborhood theater in Yonkers.
In addition to downtown shopping, there are four shopping centers on the city's edge, three housing major supermarkets, and all with numerous specialty stores offering clothing, shoes, appliances and other household and personal needs.
Whatever their station in life or state of need, Wilmington cares for all its people. With 28 churches in town, we take pride in being a tolerant community open to all creeds.
Service groups include Wilmington Rotary, Wilmington Lions, Optimists, Kiwanis, veteran organizations such as American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars and lodges such as the Eagles, Elks, Masons and Shiners in addition to numerous local civic groups. There are local troops of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts represented, too.
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