Plan Your Trip

If you’re visiting Wilmington from out of town, you likely want to take full advantage of your trip to this popular venue. Here are some top recommendations for the area’s stays, attractions, and restaurants, all of which are relatively near to the venue itself.

Hotels Near by

The Live Oak Bank Pavilion venue is in the center of downtown Wilmington, meaning you have plenty of wonderful hotel options right on the Cape Fear River. 

Here are some popular choices within walking distance of the venue:

• Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
• Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
• The Hive
• Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Local Attractions

Even if you’re seeing the Marley Brothers or Dierks Bentley, you may want to enjoy more of what Wilmington itself has to offer while you’re in town. 

Here are some of Wilmington’s top attractions near the venue:

• Battleship North Carolina
• Airlie Gardens
• Museum of the Bizarre
• One Tree Hill: The Bridge

Local Restaurant Recommendations

Do you want to get a bite to eat before strolling over to the Live Oak Bank Pavilion venue? Wilmington is known for its downtown restaurants, and most are well within walking distance of the concert venue. 

Here are some great choices recommended by locals:

• Marina Grill
• The Copper Penny (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives)
• The Fork ‘N’ Cork (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives)
• The Basics (featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives)