Wilmington - History, Art and Romance in the Heart of North Carolina 

Wilmington is a charming city in North Carolina, USA. It is located on the Cape Fear River and is also referred to as Port City. Actually, the city is named after the Earl of Wilmington, the patron of North Carolina's governor at the time the city was established. Wilmington is a historic place with various tourist attractions starting with the amazing beaches and the long riverwalk. Because of its key location between the Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington offers a unique atmosphere. Being close to some of the best beaches in North Carolina - Cape Fear Coast beach community, Wilmington offers great beach getaways.

The treasures in the tourist attractions are without any doubt Airlie Gardens and Battleship North Carolina. Wilmington gives you the opportunity to discover a genuine battleship: the USS North Carolina that took part in the World War II. The ship has won fifteen battle stars for its excellent services and today hosts a museum. The Battleship North Carolina welcomes visitors to get up on its deck to learn more about the heroic events that happened on it. The site is now a national landmark; also the visitors can explore some of the premises of the ship to fully understand the significance of this star soldier in the American navy.

The other must-see place in North Carolina is the Airlie Garden. Established in the early 20th century, this amazing park is the best place to relax and enjoy the beauty and colours of nature while in Wilmington. The garden features 67 acres of amazing walking paths, sculptures, lovely lakes and broad variety of flowers. Don't miss the famous Airlie Oak, which is more than 460 years old. Dive into the hundreds of thousands of azaleas and camellias blooming in this divine garden.

Don't miss the Cape Fear Serpentarium, which offers a spectacular display of reptiles some of which will make your blood run cold. If you are a fan of history and art, visit the Cameron Art Museum, the Cape Fear Museum and the Wilmington Railroad Museum. Explore the old-fashioned way of living in North Carolina visiting the Bellamy Mansion and the Latimer House.

To touch Wilmington history won't be a problem as the whole atmosphere is full of it. From the old-fashioned houses and the cobblestone streets to the horse carriages, this North Carolina city has its own way of charming you. It just waits for you to discover it - boating, walking or trolleying, just remember to look both ways, as there is plenty to see in Wilmington.