Timeline
19:09
Stop at Cape Fear Wine and Beer for a glass of local wine or a microbrew. The hybrid shop and public house offers an impressive selection of eastern NC microbrews and imports. It is a relaxed start before the walk.
19:39
Walk to the Wilmington Railroad Museum. Spend some time exploring the great collection of displays that are fun and educational. The museum is open until 16:00, so you have plenty of time to wander inside before heading out for the evening light.
20:24
Step outside for the moment. As the sun sets toward the WNW around 20:24, the golden light from 19:48 will bathe the historic district. Stay near the museum grounds to catch the glow on the old trains and the surrounding architecture.
20:44
Walk to Elijah's for dinner. This casual American Grill and oyster bar is located on the river near the Burgwin-Wright Museum. The sunset hues are said to be spectacular from here. The oyster bar is open all day, and the main dining room is open until 23:00 on Fridays and Saturdays.
Local tip
Elijah's recommends reservations. The oyster bar is a great option if you want to eat earlier or skip the wait.
Check before you go
- Wilmington Railroad Museum is open Mo-Sa 10:00-16:00.
- Elijah's main dining room is closed daily from 3PM-5PM, but the oyster bar is open all day.
- Elijah's hours are Mo-Th and Su 11:30-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:30-23:00.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Wilmington (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).