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Wilmington, North Carolina, is an enthralling coastal getaway with a scenic river walk that wraps around Cape Fear River and features a vibrant riverfront. It is also an architecturally stunning town, with moss-draped oak trees lining the over 230 blocks of the National Register Historic District, where antebellum and Victorian architecture seamlessly blend with contemporary designs.
Scenic cruises, horse-drawn carriage rides, and guided walking tours are some of the highlights. It’s also an area with an energetic nightlife, boutique shops, premier restaurants, and numerous cultural experiences such as catching a Broadway show in the river district. Waterparks, aquariums, and historic gems like touring a WWII battleship are excellent activities for the whole family.
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