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The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina
The Riverwalk is a front-row seat to a working river, where tugs, tour boats and large vessels move past historic buildings. Sunset silhouettes the battleship and bridges while downtown lights begin to reflect on the water.
The Story of The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington's Riverwalk follows the east bank of the Cape Fear River through the city's historic downtown. Boardwalks and brick paths pass shops, restaurants, docks and views toward the Battleship North Carolina across the water.
The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina in Context
Wilmington's Riverwalk follows the east bank of the Cape Fear River through the city's historic downtown. Boardwalks and brick paths pass shops, restaurants, docks and views toward the Battleship North Carolina across the water.
What Makes It Special
The Riverwalk is a front-row seat to a working river, where tugs, tour boats and large vessels move past historic buildings. Sunset silhouettes the battleship and bridges while downtown lights begin to reflect on the water.
Interesting Facts
The Riverwalk extends for nearly two miles. Wilmington grew as a port because the Cape Fear River connects inland North Carolina with the Atlantic.
Explore the R&M Photographs
Explore our R&M Adventures photographs to see the boardwalk, river traffic, historic storefronts and Battleship North Carolina views.
The Story of The Riverwalk in Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington's Riverwalk follows the east bank of the Cape Fear River through the city's historic downtown. Boardwalks and brick paths pass shops, restaurants, docks and views toward the Battleship North Carolina across the water.
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