Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Experience the fascinating history of Wilmington like never before with our historian-guided tour of the city. Take yourself back in time, from colonial era manors, to stately antebellum mansions, to the city's oldest places of worship, and the rise of gilded age commercial buildings.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Wilmington
Guests will travel to a variety of historic sites across downtown Wilmington, aided by the assistance of our historian-guide
What‘s Included
Tour of Downtown Wilmington
Entry into the interior of sites
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Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Downtown Wilmington Historical walking tour review.
janetrongotes,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Overall I was very satisfied with this tour. It covered major highlights of Wilington history. It would have been interesting to hear more about the civil war and Wilmington's involvement. The tour guide was well-informed, engaging and had a great sense of humor.
Great walking tour, the...
Stephen W,,Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great walking tour, the person was very knowledgeable of the area. Friendly and welcoming . Would recommend .
Very informative tour
T2378XKkathrynb,,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was very informative. He was interactive and personable during the tour. Definitely recommend taking this tour.
Great tour!
607marinj,,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was great! Our tour guide was friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. If you enjoy learning about architectural history as well as other historical events, I recommend this tour!
Took my breath away
812carriey,,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely breathtaking tour of a gorgeous city. This was our first time in Wilmington and the guide presented such a beautiful history of the town. I knew wilmington felt "historic" but it was so cool to hear the history come alive and understand it like never before
Excellent historical tours
susandH5944SY,,Jun 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The historical tours of New Bern, especially the trolley ride and tour of Tryon Palace were very well researched and presented and highly educational and entertaining.
A great time in Wilmyton
mariocL3324DX,,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a pleasant time. Max was a very good guide with a lot of fun facts and knowledge to share about the city, its history, and its film history
Loved it
nicholasu982,,May 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A truly impressive experience. The owner was very helpful and accommodating with our late signups, and the guide was very professional and knowledgeable. It was a fun and educational experience.
Heather was a very good historic guide
Y6599UPajm,,Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wilmington is a beautiful city, and Heather gave a fantastic tour. It was a nice relaxing stroll, not too long or short, and very well performed by our guide. She really knew the history and had a good response for every question we had.
heather
K1168UTmelvinl,,Mar 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Heather was an excellent guide. She did a great job at making Wilmington's history come alive. I really enjoyed it. No more to say other than shout out to Heather!
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