Things to Do with Kids in Wilmington, NC

  • TripBuzz found 111 things to do with kids in or near Wilmington, North Carolina, including 88 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wrightsville Beach, Southport, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach.
  • From Cape Fear Serpentarium to Children's Museum of Wilmington, the Wilmington area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Zoos, History Museums and Military Museums.
  • Located in the Southeastern portion of North Carolina, Wilmington is a large city resting on the Cape Fear River. And with much of its economy centered on high-tech fields such as telecommunications, the community continues to grow. The city is also important to the film industry with EUE/Screen Gems Studio calling Wilmington home. Other nearby attractions include live theater, several museums and a local symphony orchestra.
  • TripBuzz found 111 things to do with kids in or near Wilmington, North Carolina, including 88 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wrightsville Beach, Southport, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach.
  • From Cape Fear Serpentarium to Children's Museum of Wilmington, the Wilmington area offers 61 different types of family activities, including: Theaters, Zoos, History Museums and Military Museums.
  • Located in the Southeastern portion of North Carolina, Wilmington is a large city resting on the Cape Fear River. And with much of its economy centered on high-tech fields such as telecommunications, the community continues to grow. The city is also important to the film industry with EUE/Screen Gems Studio calling Wilmington home. Other nearby attractions include live theater, several museums and a local symphony orchestra.
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20.6 Miles
69% 36 votes
Skating Rinks 714 S Anderson Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445 MoreLess Info
The Topsail Skating Rink on Topsail Beach is a roller skating rink. It is located above the post office, and has hardwood floors, 45-RPM music, and a record player, along with sodas and snacks.
21.0 Miles
84% 19 votes
Golf Southport, NC MoreLess Info
Southport, North Carolina is home to The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. This spacious golf resort includes a championship course, a huge and lavishly-appointed lodge and a massive outdoor firepit.
21.1 Miles
100% 115 votes
Kayaking 807-A Howe St., Southport, NC MoreLess Info
Located in the historic village of Southport, the Adventure Company - Day Tours features bicycle and walking tours through the streets of Southport and along the Cape Fear River, and kayak tours and rental services for beginner through advanced kayakers.
21.1 Miles
100% 36 votes
Paddleboarding 101 Live Oak Turn, Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
Accommodating visitors of all skill levels, Barrier Island Excursions hosts stand up paddleboard excursions to the surrounding marshes. Visitors can paddleboard to barrier islands like Oak Island and go bird watching during the trip.
21.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Boat Rentals 4500 Fish Factory Rd, Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
Offering boat, Jet Ski, and paddleboard rentals, Cape Fear Water Sports only requires a valid drivers' license and a credit card to rent. The company even rents U-Haul trucks to get their customer's rentals to their desired location!
21.4 Miles
100% 33 votes
Sailboat Tours 210 East Brown Street, Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
No matter the season or time of year, Kelly Allen Sailing offers relaxing and scenic excursions on the Atlantic Ocean. A fun outing for groups, sack lunches and beverages are welcome aboard the vessel.
21.5 Miles
97% 30 votes
Specialty Museums Corner of Nash and Rhett Streets, Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
This old jail built in 1904 to replace the city jail is now The Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. The museum includes the history of the jail, self guided tours of the original jail cells and other exhibits.
21.6 Miles
96% 208 votes
Specialty Museums 204 E. Moore Street, Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
Located at the juncture of the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Fear, the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport preserves the legacy of the interaction between people, sea and river. The museum includes the only working periscope in the North Carolina Maritime Museum network.
21.6 Miles
73% 22 votes
Haunted Tours Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
A guided tour of historic Southport, the Old South Tour Company - Ghost Walk Tour focuses on the spookier aspects of local history and legend. The tours last about an hour, and are narrated by knowledgeable and entertaining guides.
21.7 Miles
100% 138 votes
Kayaking W Moore St. and Brunswick St, Southport Town Marina, Southport, NC 28461 MoreLess Info
Lighthouse WaterSports - Private Tours is an excursion company that offers kayak tours, boat tours, and kayak rentals. The most popular tour is the 2-hour eco kayaking adventure that goes through a blackwater creek.
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