Discover Wilmington's history and architecture on a unique downtown tour starting and ending at local wine bars. Stroll through the National Historic Register District, exploring colonial, antebellum, and Gothic architecture. Enjoy pit stops at wine bars (drinks are at your own expense) and gain insights from the 1500s to the present from your guide.

Uncover Wilmington’s 1500s discovery and British founding
Admire colonial, antebellum, and Gothic architecture
Make stops at local bars to purchase drinks
A small group means more attention from your guide

What To Expect

Riverwalk

Walk along the Riverwalk while learning about the discovery of the area in the 1500s, founding of Wilmington by the British and Wilmington’s importance to this day as a port city.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Downtown Wilmington

stroll the National Historic Register residential district, seeing the towns beautiful colonial and antebellum architecture, including the oldest building in town, Colonial, Greek Revival, Queen Ann and Italianate homes plus Gothic churches.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Bellamy Mansion

pass by this beautiful while discussing the Civil War and Reconstruction period including the 1898 Coup and race relations to this day.
• Admission Ticket Free

Burgwin-Wright House and Gardens

Proceed down 3rd Street past this, the oldest home that visitors can visit, while discussing the role of the railroad in our economy and present day Wilmington, including our film industry.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Include

Guided tour

Exclude

Alcoholic Beverages