Also called the ‘Port City,’ Wilmington North Carolina is known for its vibrant arts scene, historic downtown district, and the scenic Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River.

Wilmington is bordered by the beautiful Cape Fear River and North Carolina’s scenic Intracoastal Waterway, which makes the area an outdoor paradise. Explore nearby Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach and the more than 25 marinas across the area. Enjoy a new gallery show at the Cameron Art Museum, take in a play at historic Thalian Hall or see an exciting show at the Wilson Center. A world of entertainment is your oyster in Wilmington!

Wilmington’s award-winning institutions offer plenty of opportunities for continuing education, live performances and visual art exhibitions throughout the year. The University of North Carolina-Wilmington offers 70+ bachelor’s degree programs and 30+ graduate programs and is consistently recognized for affordability and academic quality. In addition, Cape Fear Community College was ranked the best community college in North Carolina, and Brunswick Community College was ranked the best community college in the country by SmartAsset.

When it comes to medical centers in Wilmington, New Hanover Regional Medical Center offers southeastern North Carolina patient-focused, award-winning healthcare services to a seven-county area. NHRMC's Emergency Department is the region's only Level II Trauma Center and is open 24/7 to respond to emergency injuries and illnesses.

NHRMC’s network includes hospitals, outpatient centers, emergency services and 740+ physicians all working together to help you get the care you need, wherever you are in southeastern North Carolina.

Wilmington has earned the nicknamed “Hollywood of the East” and “Wilmywood” as the area has been the location for many films and television shows. Screen Gems Studios is a 50-acre, full-service studio lot offering 10 stages with 150,000 sq. ft. of column-free shooting space. Production support includes multiple mills, storage, wardrobe space, special effects water facilities, production-ready office suites and on-site lighting, electric and grip.