A Day Trip to Wilmington, NC
A Day Trip to Wilmington, NC
Mackenzie Moore
Looking for a quick trip from Myrtle Beach or Raleigh/Durham? Wilmington, North Carolina is just the place! This guide includes food spots & various activities.
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Breakfast:
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Morning Activities:
The Wilmington Farmers Market
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lots of vendors! produce, baked goods, flowers, kombucha, coffee- you name it!
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Airlie Gardens
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beautiful views throughout the garden & filled with history! admission: $9
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Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden at Piney Ridge Nature Preserve - Wilmington
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free: a short walk to see the only natural venus fly traps in the world!
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Lunch:
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Afternoon Activities:
The Cargo District
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the cutest shops, from plants to clothes to jewelry & more! stop for a bite to eat or cocktail!
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Wilmington Downtown Incorporated
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Take a stroll downtown and check out the shops, restaurants, and views!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Mackenzie Moore
A travel physical therapist in the United States exploring new areas, discovering hiking/adventure spots, & trying local food favorites!
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