Tours in Wilmington

Take a 2.0 hour sailing cruise on a Sparkman and Stephens Sailing Yacht. With your small-group, engage on this classic 42 ft yacht, that accommodates a 6 passenger maximum for an intimate cruise through the waters of Wrightsville Beach.  This tour is a spectacular way to see the waterways, barrier islands, and marine life surrounding Wrightsville Beach in North Carolina.  Please note, beginning November 8, 2018 our Sunset Cruise will depart at 3:00 pm.  Sunset Cruise guests should arrive at least 10 minutes early.

Our friendly staff and brand new custom built vessel create a memorable experience that encourages new friends to be made while enjoying the wildlife and scenic beauty of the Wrightsville Beach area.

Start Time: 11am / 2pm Tour de Wilmington is all about cruising around town while enjoying the sights! Join a group for a ride around Wilmington in the afternoon. During this 2-hour tour, we will take you through the heart of downtown, where you will be able to view Wilmington's best restaurants, bars, shops, and historic landmarks. We will cross the One Tree Hill Bridge on the way to Greenfield Lake. Along the route, we'll pass by some iconic movie locations. At Greenfield Lake, take in the beautiful surroundings and wildlife (birds and even alligators). This ride is all about having FUN on e-bikes, while seeing some historic sites and famous landmarks. All tour attendees should arrive 20 minutes early. Make this a family adventure! We do offer an option for an added Child Bike Trailer for those who want to bring their little ones.

The Carolina Runner is a custom-built 40-foot craft that includes a bar, blue tooth sound system, LED party lights, a loading ramp for easy shore access to Masonboro Island, complete modern toilet facilities, and many other amenities for groups up to 40.

Enjoy a relaxing ride on the river on our comfortable 46' catamaran as you learn more about Wilmington, NC from our friendly captain and crew. Gain a new perspective on our history and ecology as we share fun facts and historical anecdotes as we cruise along the Cape Fear River. We promise that no two cruises are alike! If you would like a private charter or one of our other cruises, please give us a call.

Experience historic Wilmington, NC, and its historic sites by E-Bike while experiencing 3 Wilmington Craft Breweries. Sample some of the best craft beer on the coast! Each E-bike tour will include stops at multiple historic and significant sites throughout downtown Wilmington and 3 breweries. Come see Wilmington in a whole new way. The total ride is 12 miles over 4-5 hours. This tour is the perfect balance of sightseeing and craft beer sampling, making it popular with solo travelers, couples, families with teens, and groups alike. Spend the day cruising around town on an electric bike checking out some of Wilmington’s best breweries. Whether you’re just visiting or you’re a local looking for an adventure, our E-Bike Tour to the Craft Breweries of Wilmington is a fun and popular activity for craft beer lovers

After a successful first season I am happy to be here for back to back seasons. Sail in style on the historic Wilmington river walk. Enjoy a personalized Charter experience with up to six guests. Very few sailboats are up for public charters and this can be your chance to feel the thrill of sailing on the largest and most roomy charter sailboat on the Wilmington Waterfront. Breathtaking views and exciting action awaits.

Start Time: 8pm This tour is a unique experience for those who want to have an adventure e-bike ride as well as experience Wilmington's nightlife. Wilmington is full of bars and pubs, but also has truly hidden gems to venture into at night... and we want to show some of them to you! Add to that a fun and interesting way to travel from place to place... after all, who wouldn't want to roll up in a group on e-bikes and park right in front, VIP style? Even for non-drinkers, this is a great tour. Grab yourself a delicious mocktail and join this tour! During this tour, we will e-bike a total of 11-12 miles. Along the way, we'll be stopping in some of the area's most iconic bars, as well as one or two truly unique establishments... a good mix of bars, breweries, and lounges. Whether they are known for their high-end cocktails and craft beers, delicious menus, great entertainment, or you've seen them in a movie or television show, these places are worth the stop. *Must be 21 year of age

Our experienced captains will sail you to the most beautiful local spots to watch the sunset on the water. Spot dolphins, seabirds, and other wildlife as you pass by islands and marshlands. The boat is fully equipped with air conditioning and generator, sound system, grill, and many comfortable spots to relax! Enjoy all the comforts of home while out on the water.

Enjoy the most fun and unique things to do in Wilmington! Take a history and architecture tour of historic downtown Wilmington which starts, breaks and ends at local wine bars. This is a 1 1/2 mile stroll starts and ends at wine bars with a pit stop about 2/3 of the way. All while enjoying out National Historic Register District homes, churches and other significant buildings. A great night out for couples and groups. Your guide is a local and has a degree from UNCW on American Southern History and a sommelier certification. Learn about the city and its history to current times while having some beverages.

Explore Wilmington with Wacky Walks! Our scavenger takes you around the city to find items and perform tasks for points. You'll use an app on your phone that will allow you to collect points! Check the rankings during and after you play to see your score and compare it to others. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Wilmington.

In my opinion, the best way to learn what a city has to offer is to take a run throughout the city. The problem is, by the time I've run 5 miles, I have seen a lot, but learned nothing. That is why the Wilmington Running Tour featuring the highlights of Wilmington is the perfect introduction to the city. We enjoy a 5 mile run throughout Historic Downtown Wilmington. We maintain an easy pace for most fitness levels. And as we run through town, we see numerous districts throughout the city, talk about some of the history of this historic city, and focus in on many points of interest to get your visit started! And...you are able to get your run in for the day!!! It's a plus, plus, plus!!!

Through the eyes of a local, you will explore some of our most beautiful residential streets, discuss Wilmington's role in colonial times, through the Antebellum period, Civil war and through our present as a major hub for the film industry and a growing coastal town.

Come on Wilmington's top rated ghost tour! Nostalgic architecture and inviting southern charm veil centuries of bloodshed and a demented history filled with the barbarities of war, deadly insurrections, and oddities stranger than fiction. Follow Wilmington Ghosts to discover the diabolical origins that made this Port City one of the most active hubs for terrifying, unearthly activity on the East Coast. Come join in on our thrilling ghost tour and experience the haunted side of Wilmington. This is an in person guided walking tour. We do not enter the premises or property of private homes or businesses.

Take a 2.0 hour sailing cruise on a Sparkman and Stephens Sailing Yacht. With your small-group, engage on this classic 42 ft yacht, that accommodates a 6 passenger maximum for an intimate cruise through the waters of Wrightsville Beach.  This tour is a spectacular way to see the waterways, barrier islands, and marine life surrounding Wrightsville Beach in North Carolina.  Please note, beginning November 8, 2018 our Sunset Cruise will depart at 3:00 pm.  Sunset Cruise guests should arrive at least 10 minutes early.

The captain works with the guest to design a custom outing based on his 30 years of cruising experience in the local area. With knowledge of the local sea conditions and coastal ecology. you build a custom experience. Typically, Guests experience: * Offshore sailing * Relaxing in secluded Anchorages * Intracoastal Excursions *Transits to Wilmington or Southport (return fee not included)

"There is only One Tree Hill, and it's your home!" - Karen One Tree Hill lives on here in Wilmington, NC. In a collaboration with TRIC & FWB Charity Events, we are now offering E-Bike tours of the most famous One Tree Hill shooting sites around downtown Wilmington and beyond. After we meet, we move on to visit places like Brook Davis's house, Nathan's House, Clothes over Bros, the site of the Leyton Wedding, The Cracker Jack Table...and much more! Enjoy a guided tour through Wilmington on our effortless E-Bikes as we relive so many OTH moments together! This tour lasts about 4 hours and includes lunch and one or two beverage/bathroom stops! I will take pictures for the group throughout the tour, and share all photos through a google photos folder, and we may even have a couple props along with us to enhance the experience!

Start your day on the water in search of wildlife and many of our feathered friends while listening to interesting commentary about the rich history of this area. This close to two-hour cruise is a rewarding experience as you learn about Wilmington & our precious wildlife while enjoying a peaceful morning ride on our safe and relaxing catamaran. Visit our full bar for a freshly brewed cup of coffee or for the best Bloody Mary on the river. The Northeast Cape Fear River is still largely unpopulated and looks much as it did when Wilmington was colonized in the late 1600s. We cruise through the Castle Hayne Aquifer and by the bluffs of the Rose Hill Plantation. Photographers, birders, and nature buffs love the variety of wildlife and native plants that adorn the river banks. Your time with us presents you with the opportunity to see osprey, alligators, sea turtles, and river otters, just to name a few.

Your brew bus tours is fully customizable and private for up to 7 people. The itinerary here is just a suggestion. We will pick you at your place in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, or Kure Beach. Wilmington is home to 20 craft breweries, and counting! What better way to visit them than cruising around in a classic VW Bus? Step 1: After booking, we will contact you to confirm pick up location & start time. Example - your home, hotel, airbnb, or agreed upon location in Wilmington. Step 2 - Pick your stops. Need help? Let us recommend the stops and itinerary based on what you like or where you are staying. Step 3 - We pick you up and take you on your tour! We safely drop you back off at your final destination. Travel back in time in our vintage VW with custom interior and seating for 7. Hop on, and drink local.

This will be a fun laid back session. You will be able to get photos with your whole family along with the smaller groups/one on one photos. The online gallery will allow you to download and print your images however you wish. Sneak peeks of the session will be posted on Instagram/Facebook 24 hours after the session.

Let Capt. Jennings Rose of North State Guide Service take you to fish and explore the water around wrightsville beach! We are dedicated to ensuring you have a excellent experience on the water. Fishing trips, family outings, scenic cruises and dolphin tours; we've got you covered! Over 10 years of professional guiding experience

Start Time: 11:30am See much of Wilmington and get to the beach with EASE on this tour. The route begins from downtown Wilmington. We ride on the famous River to Sea Bikeway. This route is an 11-mile on and off-road bicycle route that follows the Historic Beach Car Line. This trail is incredible. Very smooth with lots of sights to see, bridges to cross, and more. The arrival point near Wrightsville Beach will be the gorgeous Blockade Runner Beach Resort. Those who dine will have access to some of the resort's lush accommodations and world-class amenities and direct access to the beach from the property. The tour consists of: Up to 3 hours to relax at the resort or on the beach We recommend bringing a bag to carry items in, such as sunscreen, beach towels, bathing suits, sunglasses, and anything else that you may need for the beach.

Start Time: 5pm Experience the best of Wilmington alongside a fun and professional guide! Just like the original Tour de Wilmington, but compacted into a quick and fun 1 hour and 15-minute thrill ride. Located in southeastern North Carolina, Wilmington is a vibrant riverfront city. During this guided tour, you’ll experience the best of Wilmington from the seat of an electric bicycle! Your fun evening kicks off when you check in with your fun and professional guide. They will provide you with a state-of-the-art e-bike, helmet, and a small cell phone holder. After a brief safety and training session, you’ll be cycling the streets like a pro! All tour attendees must arrive 20 minutes prior to start time.

Operation City Quest of Wilmington lets your team discover the city in a fun and different way. Our app will instruct you to find a variety of items throughout the city in any order you'd like, and do funny challenges, for points! See your points stack up to others during the game on the app's ranking feature. All scavenger hunts come with a remote guide to help you via chat. Come compete with us in Wilmington.