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Wilmington Riverwalk which includes a garden and a sunset
Grand Opera House featuring heritage architecture
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library featuring outdoor art and a park
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What to do in Wilmington

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Wilmington Riverwalk showing a river or creek

Wilmington Riverwalk

After visiting Wilmington Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Wilmington Riverwalk
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library

You can study the exhibits at Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library
Grand Opera House featuring heritage architecture

Grand Opera House

Enjoy a show at Grand Opera House, a storied theater in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Grand Opera House
Delaware Art Museum featuring art and interior views

Delaware Art Museum

You can study the exhibits at Delaware Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Delaware Art Museum
Hagley Museum and Library showing autumn leaves and a park

Hagley Museum and Library

You can study the exhibits at Hagley Museum and Library, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Hagley Museum and Library
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Brandywine Creek State Park

You can take time to visit Brandywine Creek State Park during your travels to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Brandywine Creek State Park
Rockwood Park and Museum featuring heritage architecture

Rockwood Park and Museum

You can study the exhibits at Rockwood Park and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Rockwood Park and Museum
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Brandywine Park

Brandywine Park is just one of the places to see in Wilmington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Brandywine Park

Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots

Why not try your luck with a visit to Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots during your time in Wilmington? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Wilmington

Stopped by Del Pez Gastropub in Wilmington after the Philadelphia Flyers game

Riverfront

4.5/5(68 area reviews)

Unique features of Riverfront include the restaurants and river views. Make a stop by Delaware Children's Museum or Daniel S. Frawley Stadium while you're exploring the area.

Riverfront
Wilmington featuring a park, a castle and a statue or sculpture

Downtown Wilmington

3.5/5(211 area reviews)

Unique features of Downtown Wilmington include the bars and theaters. Make a stop by Grand Opera House or World Cafe Live at the Queen while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Wilmington
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South Wilmington

If you're spending some time in South Wilmington, Chase Fieldhouse and Eden Park are top sights worth seeing.

South Wilmington
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Hilltop

When in Hilltop, you can plan a visit to World Cafe Live at the Queen and Grand Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hilltop
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Trolley Square

While Trolley Square might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Delaware Art Museum and The Playhouse on Rodney Square.

Trolley Square
Delaware Art Museum featuring art and interior views

Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Creek.

Highlands

Popular day trips from Wilmington

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Kennett Square

Newark

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Cityscape view of Philadelphia showcasing autumn foliage and municipal architecture near a fountain

Philadelphia

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Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library

Winterthur

Frequently asked questions

Is Wilmington worth visiting?
Renowned for its festivals and culture, discovering awesome things to do in Wilmington is a breeze. Make sure to add Grand Opera House to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Wilmington?
After you've visited major attractions like Bowlerama and Brandywine Park, spend the rest of your day experiencing Wilmington's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Wilmington?
Grand Opera House is one of the top tourist attractions in Wilmington and deserves a place on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Wilmington?
You can easily tick off leading attractions like Grand Opera House, Bowlerama and Delaware Art Museum with a three-day break in Wilmington. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stay a little longer and venture to Philadelphia.
Is Wilmington a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Wilmington, like Grand Opera House and Bowlerama, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's popular neighborhoods on foot. Only 0.32 kilometers from central Wilmington is Downtown Wilmington and Riverfront is 2 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Wilmington with kids?
Planning what to do in Wilmington with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're vacationing with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Wilmington for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of nature, there are lots of things to do in Wilmington for adults including World Cafe Live at the Queen and Brandywine Battlefield.
Are there free things to do in Wilmington?
In Wilmington, Bellevue State Park is an unmissable spot for anyone planning to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the green spaces and other neighborhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Wilmington.

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