Replica of historic ship returning to Wilmington next week

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A replica of the Nao Trinidad is coming to Wilmington again (Photo: Nao Trinidad)

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Nao Trinidad is sailing back into Wilmington next week as part of its American voyage.

The vessel is a Spanish-built replica of the 16th-Century tall ship Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan captained during the first circumnavigation of the world.

Once the ship has sailed in, it will dock on the Riverfront in downtown.

Public tours will be available from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on June 19th through June 23rd. 

Tickets can be purchased in-person at the riverfront dock or in advance online HERE.

Tickets are priced at $15 for adults and $5 for children aged 5-12. Children under 5 years are free. A family pass is available for $35 (2 adults and 3 children).

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