About Airlie Gardens
Take your kids to Airlie Gardens to explore a gorgeous, coastal oasis with a family-friendly atmosphere. The gardens, maintained by New Hanover County, include wide-open green spaces that are perfect for picnics, wetlands that are home to coastal animals, miles of trails, a whimsical chapel made out of glass bottles, and so much more.
A trip to Airlie is an affordable excursion for families. See costs. The gardens' regular season hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Airlie Gardens, located on the Intracoastal Waterway between Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, N.C., is easily accessible from Interstate 40, U.S. 74 and U.S. 76. The park's address is 300 Airlie Road, Wilmington, N.C.
Airlie Gardens hosts many special events that are perfect for families, including a summer concert series and Enchanted Airlie, a holiday celebration that has become a popular tradition with many Wilmington families.
Holiday Bottle Trees
