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Nestled on the banks of the Cape Fear River in the southeastern corner of North Carolina state.
Wilmington at a glance
Average hotel room cost
USD 192
Average meal cost
USD 56
Largest hotel
272 rooms
Total hotels
40
Total rooms
1,648
Number of convention centers
1
Convention center space
107,000 sq. ft.
Largest convention room
107,000 sq. ft.
Highlights of Wilmington
1. Highlight 1
Nestled on the banks of the Cape Fear River in the southeastern corner of North Carolina state, Wilmington, attracts visitors from across the globe with its beautiful climate, waterside locale, vibrant cultural scene and famed Historic District.
2. Highlight 2
A modern city that is home to more than 100,000 residents, Wilmington dates its incorporation from 1739. Its growth was originally fueled by the area's rich soil and abundant forests; later, the area became an industrial center as manufacturers took advantage of the city's location on the Cape Fear
3. Highlight 3
Taking advantage of this port city's waterside locale, a number of restaurants in the area serve seafood creations to whet the appetites of visitors and residents alike. At the Pilot House, guests can enjoy the freshest local seafood with a Southern flair.
Spectacular views and unbeatable amenities make the new Wilmington Convention Center a premier venue for conferences, meetings and events of any type. Located on the Cape Fear River just steps from historic Wilmington, the convention center provides ambience and elegance to any gathering. The expert services and facilities are designed to impress as well as function to provide a perfect setting for any event.Opened in late 2010, the convention center includes 107,000 total square feet of event space, divided among a number of configured areas. The 30,000-square-foot exhibit hall provides an abundance of space for conventions, trade shows or other large gatherings. The exhibit hall features 30-foot-high ceilings and ful…