10 days in Wilmington & Jacksonville Itinerary

Holiday in Willington to discover a charming coastal city filled with azalea gardens, historical neighborhoods, and cozy cafes.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Thu): contemplate the long history of Airlie Gardens, then browse the fresh offerings at Motts Channel Seafood, then visit Historic District, and finally don't miss a visit to Riverwalk. On the 18th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a tour of Battleship North Carolina, then browse the exhibits of Fort Fisher State Historic Site, and then take in the waterfront at Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

To find reviews, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Wilmington sightseeing planner.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Wilmington. In December, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to drive to Jacksonville.

Jacksonville is a city in Onslow County, North Carolina, United States. Get out of town with these interesting Jacksonville side-trips: Airborne and Special Operations Museum (in Fayetteville), Surf City (Topsail Island & Spas) and Wilson Rose Garden (in Wilson). The adventure continues: meet the residents at North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores, admire the majestic nature at Fort Macon State Park, brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Walton's Distillery, and examine the collection at North Carolina Maritime Museum.

To see traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Jacksonville trip planner.

Drive from Wilmington to Jacksonville in 1.5 hours. In December, daytime highs in Jacksonville are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F.