Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Wilmington, North Carolina (NC)

December 24, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Wilmington is a vibrant riverfront city and the most accessible coastal area in the state. The pedestrian-friendly Riverwalk winds along the Cape Fear River, connecting many of the city’s shops, cafés, and nightlife with waterfront hotels, parks and the Port City Marina. Annual festivals, such as Riverfest, Wilmington Beer Week and the world-famous North Carolina Azalea Festival, attract crowds year-round. Three nearby island beaches offer even more dining, attractions and water sports.
Restaurants in Wilmington

1. Sail Wilmington NC

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5.0 based on 93 reviews

Sail Wilmington NC

Experienced captain Alan Held guides you on sailing tours, charters and lessons on the Cape Fear River. Starting from the Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington, NC, You will explore the cultural and natural history of the area. A new perspective of the river, downtown and the New Hanover Memorial Bridge make the sunset tour a local favorite tour.

2. Shamrock Sailing Adventures

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Shamrock Sailing Adventures

S/V Shamrock is a classic 42 ft. Sparkman & Stephens yawl. With a six passenger maximum per cruise, this is a spectacular way to see the waterways, barrier islands, and marine life surrounding Wrightsville Beach. Soft drinks, juices, & light snacks provided. Guests 21 years & older are permitted to bring beer & wine on board.

3. Mahanaim Adventures - Kayaking Day Adventures

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Mahanaim Adventures - Kayaking Day Adventures

Mahanaim Adventures is your expert guide to the Best Kayaking Adventures in and around Wilmington NC. We provide the knowledge, experience and equipment, allowing you to create a fun filled adventurous memory for you and your family & friends. Try out one of our sunset kayaking adventures, or maybe one of our black water or salt marsh tours. Check us out today, all you provide is an adventurous spirit!

4. Masonboro Island Reserve

Wilmington, NC http://www.nccoastalreserve.net/web/crp/masonboro-island
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Masonboro Island Reserve

Reviewed By debbiebQ4569TE

Enjoyed this with teenagers on a field trip! Was very beautiful and excellent resource for our state. The beach and marsh, what an educational opportunity for our students! Wish the weather had been better, was rainy, windy and very cold. Really want to come back and visit again. Super place!

5. Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals

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Carolina Beach Jet Ski Rentals

We are a family run business offering jet ski rentals to visitors in the Wilmington area. We are located just minutes from Carolina Beach, and 10-15 minutes from downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach. We have the best equipment, the best location, and the best customer service. Bring your whole family for an exciting & memorable day on the water, we guarantee it! Call or book your reservation online on our website. Hours of operation are seasonal and weather dependent, call before you come.

6. Sea Turtle Camp

7213 Ogden Business Ln Sutie 214, Wilmington, NC 28411-7456 +1 910-686-4611 [email protected] http://www.seaturtlecamp.com/
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Sea Turtle Camp

Sea Turtle Camp is a life enriching marine biology experience. We offer a variety of adventure programs lasting from a few hours to a few weeks.We can cater to your specific group size and age profile. Through this multidimensional marine biology program, participants will gain a life changing appreciation for coastal conservation. Come "Sea Life" differently!

Reviewed By williamhV1051YZ

Our 14 year old son has wanted to be a marine biologist. Sea Turtle Camp gave him the beginnings of this experience. He earned his open water certificate and looks forward to qualifying for his advanced open water certificate. The camp counselors were contentious and caring. With the pandemic I thought the arrangements provided everyone safety and protection. Sea Turtle Camp provided a wonderful summer experience, and I would recommend it without reservation.

7. Battle House Laser Tag

1817 Hall Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405-8641 +1 910-434-5544 [email protected] http://battlehouselasercombat.com/wilmington/
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Battle House Laser Tag

Battle House - Tactical Laser Tag provides an absolutely thrilling, adrenaline pumping, calorie burning experience. We offer a party room and conference room facilities and 10,000 +SF facility designated with the simple purpose of having fun and/or professional training for nearly all ages. Game play is virtually continuous for an hour and 30 minutes. The Mission We offer a variety of mission scenarios that require integrated team strategy, tactics, and communication to succeed. Secure an area, rescue a downed airman, protect your general, save a hostage, save yourself! And many more. Examples Include: Blackhawk Down Domination Total Domination Search and Destroy The General Last Man Standing Hostage The Bomb And More! Specialized gaming devices are utilized in several of the Missions to raise the complexity of the experience and your adrenaline levels. Wednesday and Thursday 4:00pm Open. 1st Battle starts at 4:15pm (ages 10 and older) 2nd Battle starts at 6:00pm (ages 10 and older) 3rd Battle starts at 7:45pm. (generally for ages 16 and older) Friday Other times by appointment 1st Battle starts at 4:15pm (ages 10 and older) 2nd Battle starts at 6:00pm (ages 10 and older) 3rd Battle starts at 7:45pm. (generally for ages 16 and older) 4th Battle starts at 9:30pm. (generally for ages 16 and older) Saturday 1st Battle starts at 11:00am (ages 10 and older) 2nd Battle starts at 12:45pm (ages 10 and older) 3rd Battle starts at 2:30pm (ages 10 and older) 4th Battle starts at 4:15pm (ages 10 and older) 5th Battle starts at 6:00pm (ages 10 and older) 6th Battle starts at 7:45pm. (generally for ages 16 and older) 7th Battle starts at 9:30pm. (generally for ages 16 and older) Sunday 1st Battle starts at 11:00am (ages 10 and older) 2nd Battle starts at 12:45pm (ages 10 and older) 3rd Battle starts at 2:30pm (ages 10 and older) 4th Battle starts at 4:15pm (ages 10 and older) 5th Battle starts at 6:00pm. (generally for ages 16 and older)

Reviewed By TreyCoble

Excellent place to go with your friends. And play with epic weapons just like your favorite video game! I would recommend this anybody!

8. Crossfire Paintball

1413 Castle Hayne Rd, Wilmington, NC 28401-8890 +1 910-466-4427 [email protected] http://crossfirenc.com
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5.0 based on 90 reviews

Crossfire Paintball

Crossfire Paintball Park is the the only indoor paintball field in North/South Carolina. We cater to the beginner paintball player, specializing in paintball birthday parties, corporate team building, and bachelor parties. We are reservation only so please call ahead to plan an amazing time for your group! Air conditioned facility, astro turf, comfortable lounges, wifi and tv's!

9. Expo 216

216 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401-3920 +1 910-769-3899 [email protected] http://www.expo216.com
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Expo 216

Expo 216 is a gallerium - part museum, part gallery - whose mission is to encourage conscious living through heightened awareness of social and environmental issues.

10. The Exit Games

2 N Front St 2nd Floor, Wilmington, NC 28401-8408 +1 910-833-5881 [email protected] http://www.TheExitGames.com
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The Exit Games

Immerse yourself into a real-life puzzle adventure! At The Exit Games, you can save a lost golden retriever before animal control arrives, become a member of the world's most elite magic society, or steal millions of dollars worth of valuables from a casino owner's vault! Our adventures transport you from your reality while testing your teamwork and communication. You'll have 60 minutes to find the clues, crack the codes, and solve the puzzles to complete your mission in time! What are you waiting for... the clock is ticking! Do you have what it takes to escape?

Reviewed By kerilamontagne7

The three of us were so excited about our Exit Games experience! We had so much fun working together to find clues that would lead us to “steal” valuable objects from the vault. Hayley, our hostess, was super friendly and helpful, and our time in the escape room was filled with laughter, suspense, and plenty of challenging puzzles. We couldn’t have asked for a better first-time escape room experience!

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