Wilmington is a beautiful North Carolina port city that serves as a gateway to the stunning Cape Fear Coast, known for its gorgeous beaches at areas like Wrightsville and Carolina. The city is best known as the home of EUE Screen Gem Studios, the United States' largest domestic film and television studio outside of California, which has produced iconic series like Dawson's Creek and One Tree Hill. Couples can stroll through its lovely historic downtown district, which is home to a 1.75-mile Riverwalk lined with shops, art galleries, and delicious restaurants. The Battleship North Carolina is docked within the waters of the city's Cape Fear River, housing artifacts related to World War II naval combat history. Couples can also tour historic homes throughout the city such as the 1770 Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens or explore museums like the Wilmington Railroad Museum, which details the history of the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad.

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