While I was staying with my boyfriend in Myrtle Beach, he decided it would be a good idea to go to Wilmington, NC for the day. I agreed happily for two reasons.
First, I recently watched all seasons of One Tree Hill, and seriously, I was obsessed. Going there and see with my own eyes where the show was filmed had me very excited.
And secondly, one day in Wilmington would mean eating lunch at the Front Street Brewery. Their pulled chicken nachos are from another planet. So good!
This travel guide will tell you the best place to eat lunch and some of the most iconic places from the show One Tree Hill.
This travel guide will tell you the best place to eat lunch and some of the most iconic places from the show One Tree Hill. Click To TweetWhere To Go In Wilmington, NC
Front Street Brewery
This was the second time I went to that restaurant, and they didn’t disappoint me. Again, their pulled chicken nachos were delicious. I was so happy about it!
If you are there or in a surrounding area, you definitely have to go there. Especially if you love nachos! And beer, because after all, it’s a brewery.
All you need is one day in Wilmington to enjoy this!
Front Street Brewery is located in: 9 N Front St, Wilmington, NC.
The Riverwalk In Wilmington, NC
It’s a great place for a romantic walk and it has a beautiful view. It also has many restaurants and some stores. It’s a good place to take photos as well.
It was a little too hot for my liking, but at least it wasn’t very crowded.
The riverwalk starts in at the end of Market St. with Water St.
Market St And Surrounding Areas
In general, the most important things in a city are located in downtown, and in Wilmington is not different.
The main streets you want to make sure to visit are: Market Street and Front Street. In those two streets you will be able to find the most adorable shops.
Free Downtown Trolley
One recommendation: use the free trolley! It’s a great way to go all over downtown Wilmington.
After walking for hours, my boyfriend and I were really tired, and walking to the parking lot was the last thing I wanted to do.
One recommendation: use the free trolley! It's a great way to go all over downtown Wilmington. Click To TweetThis free trolley is great! It goes around downtown and you have a great view of the places arounds.
Here is the link to the route. It can be a little tricky to find the stops, especially because they don’t appear in Google Maps, but you can always ask.
Visit One Tree Hill Locations
“I don’t want to be anything other than what I’ve been trying to be lately. All I have to do is think of me and I have peace of mind…”
I felt so sad after watching the last episode of One Tree Hill. Watching the last episode of a show leaves me very depressed. Like I don’t know what to do with my life now. Does that happens to you too?
Anyway, to start the One Tree Hill tour I read this and this article beforehand.
One has 21 places you should visit. It is very specific, with addresses and everything.
It also tells you where you can get merch from the show. I totally went crazy when I saw Nathan Scott t-shirts. He was my favorite!
The other one has what was missing from the first article: Karen’s Cafe.
If you have time, you can make it through the whole list! A great way to spend one day in Wilmington when you are a One Tree Hill fan.
What do you think about this One Day In Wilmington, NC: Travel Guide? Have you been in Wilmington before? Are you a One Tree Hill fan? Let me know in the comments!
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Deborah says
Wow it looks like you had a great time! I’m a One Tree Hill fan myself and I want to go too!
Melissa Cruz says
It was so nice to be there and see everything that was on the show!
Erica @ Coming up Roses says
Wilmington looks so beautiful! I’d love to visit sometime. Those One Tree Hill shirts are awesome!
Melissa Cruz says
It is beautiful! I know! they brought back many memories hahaha
Tiffany Khyla says
Wilmington is such a beautiful city! I have a friend that lives there, and I visited. I was sad because it was rainy the whole time, but I still enjoyed seeing all of his favorite spots. I definitely need to do some One Tree Hill things on my next visit.
Melissa Cruz says
That sucks! I went and it was too hot to walk though hahaha. Yes you should definitely do that next time.
Alex says
I have never been to Wilmington, but I have always wanted to go! Looks like you had a great time!!
Melissa Cruz says
I did! It’s a great place to visiting
Katie Rush says
I LOVE Wilmington! My dad lives on Oak Island, about 30 minutes from there, and whenever we go visit I’m always asking to stop there!
Melissa Cruz says
It’s a really nice place!
Megan says
Wilmington looks like such a cute little place. haha I love that Adult daycare sign! I never watched One tree hill and I feel like I’ve missed the boat on that one.
Melissa Cruz says
You need to! If you love teenage drama the you will love it haha
Dara @ The Southern Thing says
This looks like a cute town to visit! I’ve never been to North Carolina!
Melissa Cruz says
It is a great place to visit!
Alix Maza says
This is awesome! I’ve never been to Wilmington-might have to go now. Lol
Melissa Cruz says
I hope you go! And get does nachos hahaha
Anna Hubbard says
I’ve never been to Wilmington! I may have to go next time I’m in the area!
Melissa Cruz says
You will like it!
nicole simonetti says
my best friend lives in NC & she’s constantly talking about market st & front st, so definitely great day-trip tips! x, nicole // http://www.nicoleeigh.com
Melissa Cruz says
Oh yes! You should go! It has many cute stores
Ruthie Ridley says
We love NC!!! This guide was perfect!!
Melissa Cruz says
Thank you, Ruthie! <3
Kait | Life as Kait says
I have not been there, but my cousins recently moved close to there! I love going down to the Carolina’s… nice break from the fast-pace New York life. Also, there is always beautiful scenery xx
Melissa Cruz says
So tue! Even though I’m in love with NYC, towns like these are nice to visit.
Cameron says
This town looks/sounds so cute! And it looks like you had a great time – those nachos look amazing!
Melissa Cruz says
Those nachos were the best thing of the trip! lol
Nicole Coppins says
I was in Wilmington a few months ago for a wedding and really enjoyed exploring the town for a few hours! Great post. XO, Nicole // http://www.nicolecoppins.com
Melissa Cruz says
Thanks, Nicole! It’s actually a great place to spend the day.
Robin @ And Then We Tried says
Love the suggestions. Those nachos look unreal!
Melissa Cruz says
They are! very yummy!
dreamofadventures says
This looks like a fun day! I have yet to go to North Carolina but it’s on my list!
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Melissa Cruz says
I know you would love it!
Miss ALK says
Oh my gosh how cute does Wilmington look! I am sad I never got to go there during the years I lived in NC. I also need to watch OTH!
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Melissa Cruz says
Yes! Watch it! It’s sooo good!
Carrie Khodanian says
Ah, I love all the One Tree Hill things! I’d love to take a trip to Wilmington and check out all the filming locations – it looks so cute!
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Melissa Cruz says
It’s actually a fun thing to do!
Madison Carter says
One Tree Hill is still on my “to watch” list! It’s sad that I live in North Carolina and have never seen it! Whenever I finally do, I’m sure I’ll be taking a trip to Wilmington to see the locations. I love this guide!
Melissa Cruz says
You have to! Soon! It’s soooo good