Bellamy Mansion
Bellamy Mansion, Wilmington: Hours, Address, Bellamy Mansion Reviews: 4.5/5
Bellamy Mansion
Bellamy Mansion
4.5
Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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DeeAnn M
Greenville, SC735 contributions
Oct 2021
We managed to arrive just before the start of a guided tour so we opted to spend the extra money to have a well versed volunteer with a small group. I highly recommend this option as the mansion is more about the history of the mansion, surrounding area and family facts rather than the contents of the home. Our guide was able to gain access to spots that general admission does not allow. We watched many folks meandering around without really knowing what they were seeing. Our experience was much more detailed and provided good insights and information. The Mansion has very little in the way of furnishings so without the extra docent led tour highlights it is not much of an experience. There are a few actual original pieces but most items inside are reproductions or acquired from other locations.
Written October 13, 2021
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Jennifer
Glen Burnie, MD155 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
This is great attraction. You can listen to the home tour on your phone as you take a self guided tour of the house. All the extremely friendly and helpful. Masks are required and there is hand sanitizer available every time you have to touch something (like a door knob). Unfortunately there is not much furniture inside the house but it was still very interesting and informative.
Written March 16, 2021
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nabradley
Lower Burrell, PA8 contributions
Mar 2022
We expected to walk through a mansion to use up some time on our 1-day visit to Wilmington. What we did NOT expect was to be transported to another time with facts & stories, and to be amazed and in awe of the construction of this home, life as it was in the 1800’, and to become ‘up close and personal’ with the family that built and lived in the home. Our guide, Christina, had us spellbound as she told us all of the trials and challenges of the Bellamys’, as well as the status and the privilege that came with their status in Wilmington. It was a let-down when the tour ended; we wanted to keep learning. We left with two books to further learn about this fascinating mansion and the family who lived there. We highly recommend this tour of a mansion that was way ahead of its time in construction, and of the intriguing family who lived there.
Written March 17, 2022
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johnr1812
mars97 contributions
Mar 2020
The tour guide was not in when we arrived, so we watched the video and toured the slave quarters and house by ourselves. The slave quarters were rather good compared to those for the field hands, which the family also owned. The four floors of the main house were very elegant and well-appointed.
The signs of the arson, which took place when the building was deserted, were very well repaired. The example of the damage done was quite amazing. It is hard to believe so much damage could be repaired so well. The view from the Belvieu was fantastic. You could see the whole city.
A wonderful house to visit.
The signs of the arson, which took place when the building was deserted, were very well repaired. The example of the damage done was quite amazing. It is hard to believe so much damage could be repaired so well. The view from the Belvieu was fantastic. You could see the whole city.
A wonderful house to visit.
Written March 12, 2020
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Lee M
Jacksonville, NC115 contributions
Mar 2019
This afternoon trip is well worth the time and money! Your entrance fee allows you a full self guided tour through this wonderful home! Full of 1800s charm, you can take your time strolling through each floor and each room at your own pace. There are a lot of stairs so plan your trip accordingly. The grounds are perfectly manicured and there is a slave house to tour as well. Just know during the summer the roof level observation room gets a little warm, but the view is worth it! I highly recommend this to all ages!
Written January 30, 2020
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Jennifer M
42 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
We decided to pop by here on a whim. It was a cold but sunny day at the beac so we were looking for indoor things to do. This was worth every single penny and a real treat, especially to those who have a love of history. We did the self guided audio tour so that we could take our time and sort of just wander through the house and grounds. 10/10 would recommend
Written February 6, 2022
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Robin B
Phoenix, AZ1,225 contributions
Feb 2022
The tour is a self-guided tour accessing the narrative on your phone. What’s fun about going through the mansion is that you get to explore every floor and room, from the basement up to the belvedere, and the former slave/servant quarters. There is some local art on the second floor as well. The self-guided tour takes about 35-45 minutes. There is a small parking lot on site as well as a gift shop and restrooms.
Written February 27, 2022
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Debbie W
Paramus, NJ24 contributions
Oct 2021
The Bellamy Mansion is worth visiting. It is so important these days to help save our history instead of knocking it down. We enjoyed walking through all the rooms and seeing how people lived back then. We are amazed by the craftsmanship put into this mansion.
Written November 2, 2021
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AineFlorida
Florida607 contributions
May 2021
A beautiful interesting house. The cupola was almost like having an air conditioner. On a hot day the house was not hot and sticky. The upstairs bedrooms, with low ceilings and small outside windows had large windows facing the hallway to let in light. The woodwork and furnishings were elegant. A lovely old mansion.
Written May 27, 2021
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greenz28
Mountain Top, PA244 contributions
Apr 2021
We toured the Bellamy Mansion. Due to Covid 19, it is a self guided tour with either a written tour guide paper or you can use your cell phone for a virtual tour. You are able to walk the grounds and tour the slave quarters in the back and the Mansion all floors are open to the tour. This is a nice place to tour and the grounds are beautiful. We chose the virtual tore with our cell phones.
Written April 17, 2021
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Barbara B
Overland Park, KS3 contributions
How long does the tour last?
sapringle322
Wilmington, NC164 contributions
Our tour guide was wonderful and the tour was about two hours but offered great stories and insights to Wilmington during the Civil War era.
Is the Belfast mansion pet friendly?
ronaldl429
Syracuse, NY35 contributions
No it's not.
BeachBabe422
North Myrtle Beach, SC8 contributions
What is the cost of a senior ticket, and is the house air conditioned?
jamesn142
100 contributions
I don't remember what the cost of a senior ticket is. You're asking a senior who can't remember.
I do remember that the house is not air conditioned. It is worth being warm just to see it and hear about the family that lived there!
Jan B
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina4 contributions
Do you have to purchase tickets in advance or can they be purchased at the Mansion the day of your tour?
lindaO5202HZ
Wilmington, NC16 contributions
I believe you can purchase the tickets at the mansion on the day of your tour. But the downtown hotels and other venues always seem to be offering discount tickets, so you can beat the at the door price if you shop a round a bit.
How much are tickets for adults like ages 16-18
Jill_WilmNC
Wilmington, NC74 contributions
Adults tickets are indeed $12.00. The package deals are good to explore as well.
I do wish that some of the places in town would come up with a family ticket -- and when teens are with a parent(s) that they might get a reduced rate, but that is a whole different issue.
Trudy G
Wilson, NC
Where do get passport tickets? Any photography restrictions? Is there a shuttle to take you to other sites? Can you buy tickets. On line? If you have any shuttles,do they pick up from area hotels?
Jill_WilmNC
Wilmington, NC74 contributions
The free downtown trolley is so helpful! I can't add the link but google it. WAVE transit.
tray1983
Marietta, GA
Is it handicapped accessible? I am in a wheelchair?
Bellamy_Museum
Wilmington, NC
Due to the historical nature of the structure, the mansion itself is not wheelchair accessible. However, we do offer a complimentary 30 minute video tour of the entire site shown in our handicapped accessible Carriage House. We hope you'll visit!
CCrmwll
Lawrence, KS47 contributions
I would like to take my 7 year old twins do they pay the same ticket price?
BellamyMansion
Wilmington, NC
Children 4-12 are admitted at $4 each! We look forward to your visit!
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- Bellamy Mansion is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- We recommend booking Bellamy Mansion tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 1 Bellamy Mansion tours on Tripadvisor
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