Title: Visit Bayshore: 2026 Travel Guide for Bayshore, Wilmington | Expedia.com

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# Bayshore, NC

## Travel Guide

## Visit Bayshore

Things to do

- Bayshore Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Bayshore

![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/c0923cc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

301 N Water St Wilmington NC

$139 nightly

$157 total

Apr 7 - Apr 8

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,479 reviews)

We came for a short weekend. Staff were friendly and the accomodations were nice. We have stayed here before and liked it.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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![Sleep Inn Wilmington near University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42800/42717/87da506d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

5225 Market St Wilmington NC

$87 nightly

$99 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,061 reviews)

It was great!

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

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![Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17800/17732/70bf1e41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC

$180 nightly

$204 total

Mar 18 - Mar 19

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,540 reviews)

We arrived to our room and it looked like it had not been cleaned after the previous stay. There was hair in the shower and trash still in the trash bins from the previous people.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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![OCEAN FRONT!  SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24040000/24039982/0b490c3d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!

 Carolina Beach NC

Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (399 reviews)

Genevieve greeted us when we arrived and explained all the amenities of the unit. It was clean and bright. It had all the charm of original beach cottages.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

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![OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24033300/24033236/3ff3393c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

 Carolina Beach NC

Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (519 reviews)

Cute rental right in the beach. We end up having to leave early due to an upcoming ice storm at home and needed to make sure we could get home.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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![Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115980000/115977300/115977238/2106d407_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sea Colony by Carolina Retreats

1311 LAKE PARK BLVD S APT 12A Carolina Beach NC

Stay at this condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free parking, cable TV channels, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina ...

10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

It was an end unit, so it had beautiful views. Also had an elevator and a luggage cart, no walking stairs with all your things!!. Pool was great too! The unit was updated and very nicer decorated. I plan on staying here again!!

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Aerial panorama view of Wilmington North Carolina historic district along the Cape Fear river, with the North Carolina battleship with cloudy sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339294/9a14c8aa-bfa6-4bba-bebe-55fab4bfb570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Riverwalk

After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals. 

[](https://expedia.com/Riverwalk-Riverfront-District.d6339294.Vacation-Attraction)

![FFHFRM The University of North Carolina at Wilmington campus, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066247/569d1cc6-a700-40ad-a8bd-5c24f1738d73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### University of North Carolina at Wilmington

4.5/5(304 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington as part of your travels around Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event. 

[](https://expedia.com/University-Of-North-Carolina-At-Wilmington-Wilmington.d6066247.Vacation-Attraction)

![Battleship North Carolina featuring heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066249/77d0c183-8e40-4f52-9bb0-8968bd6ef7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Battleship North Carolina

4.5/5(241 reviews)

Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.

[](https://expedia.com/Battleship-North-Carolina-North-Carolina.d6066249.Vacation-Attraction)

![Wilmington_WilmingtonConventionCenter_6127710_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127710/a154c312-43d2-44cd-a31e-b079fc71e9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Wilmington Convention Center

4.5/5(75 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Wilmington-Convention-Center-Downtown-Wilmington.d6127710.Vacation-Attraction)

![Wilmington_MayfaireTownCenter_6247544_0006](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247544/5b43321a-e595-4eb8-bd20-ee9f71a04e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Mayfaire Town Center

4.5/5(241 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mayfaire Town Center during your visit to Wilmington. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Mayfaire-Town-Center-Mayfaire.d6247544.Vacation-Attraction)

![Wilmington_JungleRapidsFamilyFunPark_6186100_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186100/af752da5-c8b7-4c1a-acf1-8134911c9f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park

4/5(33 reviews)

Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your visit to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Jungle-Rapids-Family-Fun-Park-Seagate-South.d6186100.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48018951/3691dfce-de89-4bfa-8b26-c5eaca5866fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

$24

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a48018951.activity-details)

![History and Architecture Walking Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5272439/c19c72ba-c9d7-41f5-a9b4-4fc86308e2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### History and Architecture Walking Tour

$25

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/history-and-architecture-walking-tour.a5272439.activity-details)

![Sunset at Cape Fear](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50778792/fe403ad2-42eb-4069-bf35-47a612eeadc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience

$75

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/public-sunset-wilmington-boat-tour-downtown-experience.a50778792.activity-details)

![Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49481787/582f7c2b-de1f-4c3c-8df2-dfbf2de59681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

$20

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wilmington-coup-and-massacre-historic-tour.a49481787.activity-details)

![Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/688776/8f4e9306-21d9-40c0-98c0-323a727d623c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC

$110

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/two-hour-group-surfing-lesson-in-cocoa-wrightsville-beach.a688776.activity-details)

![5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46032090/54206269-2aa7-4d51-bf17-1ab3c5f325ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour

$85

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/5-hour-wilmington-river-to-sea-e-bike-selfor-guided-tour.a46032090.activity-details)

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## Cities near Bayshore

![Wilmington showing an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/099ecea6-6df2-4edc-90f0-252d2fd8d8e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Wilmington

- Cities near Bayshore
- Places of interest

[Wilmington](https://expedia.com/Wilmington.dx1587)[Castle Hayne](https://expedia.com/Castle-Hayne.dx553248634999440841)

- [University of North Carolina at Wilmington ](https://expedia.com/University-Of-North-Carolina-At-Wilmington-Wilmington.d6066247.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Wrightsville Beach ](https://expedia.com/Wrightsville-Beach-South-End.d6066253.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Riverwalk ](https://expedia.com/Riverwalk-Riverfront-District.d6339294.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Carolina Beach ](https://expedia.com/Carolina-Beach-Carolina-Beach.d6087231.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Carolina Beach Boardwalk ](https://expedia.com/Carolina-Beach-Boardwalk-Carolina-Beach.d553248621560819995.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Battleship North Carolina ](https://expedia.com/Battleship-North-Carolina-North-Carolina.d6066249.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Live Oak Bank Pavilion ](https://expedia.com/Live-Oak-Bank-Pavilion-Wilmington-Historic-District.d817348610509213696.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Surf City Beach ](https://expedia.com/Surf-City-Beach-North-Carolina.d553248635983992178.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Wilmington Convention Center ](https://expedia.com/Wilmington-Convention-Center-Downtown-Wilmington.d6127710.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Carolina Beach Fishing Pier ](https://expedia.com/Carolina-Beach-Fishing-Pier-Carolina-Beach.d553248621560819997.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mayfaire Town Center ](https://expedia.com/Mayfaire-Town-Center-Mayfaire.d6247544.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Johnnie Mercer's Pier ](https://expedia.com/Johnnie-Mercers-Pier-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621561173645.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cape Fear River ](https://expedia.com/Cape-Fear-River-North-Carolina.d684541385334444032.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park ](https://expedia.com/Jungle-Rapids-Family-Fun-Park-Seagate-South.d6186100.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Freeman Park ](https://expedia.com/Freeman-Park-Carolina-Beach.d553248621560819994.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cape Fear Community College ](https://expedia.com/Cape-Fear-Community-College-Downtown-Wilmington.d553248634001395039.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College ](https://expedia.com/Wilson-Center-At-Cape-Fear-Community-College-Downtown-Wilmington.d650468468312956928.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Airlie Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Airlie-Gardens-Wrightsville-Sound.d6066255.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Carolina Beach State Park ](https://expedia.com/Carolina-Beach-State-Park-Carolina-Beach.d553248621532661044.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Surf City Pier ](https://expedia.com/Surf-City-Pier-Holly-Ridge.d553248621560820008.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Greenfield Lake Amphitheater ](https://expedia.com/Greenfield-Lake-Amphitheater-Wilmington.d821331071864827904.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts ](https://expedia.com/Thalian-Hall-Center-For-The-Performing-Arts-Wilmington-Historic-District.d6247548.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Greenfield-Lake-Park-And-Gardens-Wilmington.d553248621560799391.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation ](https://expedia.com/Magnolia-Greens-Golf-Plantation-Leland.d553248621532661219.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews ](https://expedia.com/Brooklyn-Arts-Center-At-St-Andrews-Brooklyn-Arts-District.d553248621560799382.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ogden Park ](https://expedia.com/Ogden-Park-Wilmington.d553248621560799393.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Back in Touch Massage ](https://expedia.com/Back-In-Touch-Massage-Holly-Ridge.d553248621532661255.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach ](https://expedia.com/Topsail-Skating-Rink-Topsail-Beach-Holly-Ridge.d553248621532661243.Vacation-Attraction)
- [The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center ](https://expedia.com/The-Karen-Beasley-Sea-Turtle-Rescue-And-Rehabilitation-Center-Holly-Ridge.d766070346936745984.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bellamy Mansion Museum ](https://expedia.com/Bellamy-Mansion-Museum-Wilmington-Historic-District.d6087235.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cape Fear National at Brunswick Forest ](https://expedia.com/Cape-Fear-National-At-Brunswick-Forest-Winnabow.d553248621532661045.Vacation-Attraction)

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