Inside One Tree Hill’s WilmingtonStep into the world of One Tree Hill in Wilmington, North Carolina. Visit the River Court, Karen’s Café, and other iconic filming spots that bring the beloved teen drama to life long after the cameras stopped rolling.Authorsagoux132
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Outdoor Locations

Wilmington Riverwalk, Battleship Eastside Site.
Walk along the Riverwalk and see where the "Burning Boat Festival" took place. You can also find Naley Bench here.
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One Tree Hill: Nathan and Haley's Bench Seat
Sit down with a box of Cracker Jacks and recreate the scene where Nathan gave Haley the bracelet from the box.
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Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
Thalian Hall was used for its front steps when filming. They used the front steps to create where the town hall meetings took place.
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Greenfield Park
Walk around Greenfield Park and take in the area where Lucas and Payton got married.
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Restaurants

Michael's on the Waterfront
Michael's on the Waterfront is a great place to grab a bite to eat, try their short ribs or shrimp po boys. One Tree Hill fans will recognize the patio of Michael's as it served as the produce market during the show's run.
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Blue Post Billiards
Remember the tattoo date Brooke and Lucas went on? This was where that was filmed. Enjoy a couple of drinks with friends and play a game or two. This is a 21 and over location.
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The Reel Cafe
Stop in a the Reel Cafe. This cafe offers some amazing seafood dishes, try their oyster rockeller, blackened tuna, and crab cake sandwich as a must. During filming for One Tree Hill, this was made to be Carl's Crab Shack. This was where Brooke got the PR job.
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Dixie Grill
Want to visit Sam's favorite dinner? Head over to the Dixie Grill. If you are grabbing a bite to make sure you try the strawberry banana pecan french toast or the dixie benedict.
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Hell's Kitchen
Grab a bite to eat or something to drink at Hell's Kitchen. Try their fish tacos or buffalo chicken wrap. Hell's Kitchen was where all of the Swinging Donkey Bar scenes were filmed. Hell's Kitchen was not only used in One Tree Hill but also in Dawson's Creek and The Summer I Turned Pretty.
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Dough House pizza co.
The Dough House was used as the first Karen's Cafe in the first episode of One Tree Hill, and also used as Tree Hill Cafe in the final episode.
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One Tree Hill: Karen's Café / Clothes Over Bros.
Stop into Karen's cafe and imagine Brooke or Haley working in the shop. You can also imagine this clothing shop as Brooke's Clothes Over Bros shop. Grab One Tree Hill Merch here as well.
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Stores

The Black Cat Shoppe
The Black Cat Shoppe evolved from a store to a toy and One Tree Hill merchandise shop. Step into an imaging department working in the store, as Chris did.
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Take A Tour

One Tree Hill Superfan E-Bike Tour (4hr)
Put on some loose clothing and some good shoes, and take a bike tour around Wilmington to see all of the One Tree Hill locations around town.
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Where to Stay

Graystone Inn
This couple owned stay is located in the historic district of Wilmington. The Graystone Inn is a beautiful and elegant bed and breakfast.
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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Stay on the river at Hotel Ballast. This hotel offers its guests an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, an on-site restaurant, and an on-site coffee house.
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Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
A little further down the river is the Best Western Plus. The Best Western offers its guests a fitness center, and bike, and canoe rentals.
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