Wilmington, DE
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Wilmington is located 30 minutes south of Philadelphia, mid-point between New York and Washington DC. Because Wilmington is right in the middle of it all, the city boasts excellent connections to the region as well as to national and international destinations from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Wilmington Airport (ILG), Amtrak / SEPTA Wilmington Station (WIL), I-95, and I-495.
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The Greater Wilmington & Brandywine Valley Visitors Guide is full of information on outdoor adventures, family-oriented activities, the region’s thriving food scene, and more. The guide includes itineraries catering to specific travel interests, insider tips on what to see and do in the region, food and drink highlights, as well as handy links that make it easy to access additional information on specific activities and to make reservations. |
Rich in history, Wilmington offers a unique blend of old and new. Old Swedes Church was erected in 1698 and is still in use, and the Harriet Tubman Byway of the Underground Railroad runs right through downtown Wilmington. On Market Street, Willingtown Square hosts several of our oldest residential structures, and Rodney Square is our central public space that honors Delaware's vote for colonial independence. The street is dotted with beautiful, historic buildings and ornate architecture brought back to life with new uses for a new age, right in the heart of the city.
Our city celebrates a diversity of cultures and lifestyles. Foodies love Wilmington’s burgeoning restaurant scene on Market Street, Union Street, and in Trolley Square. Art lovers enjoy access to Delaware Art Museum, dozens of galleries, live music venues like The Grand Opera House and Live Nation at The Queen, and the state’s premier centers for the performing arts. Outdoor enthusiasts have 552 acres of parks at their fingertips, ranging from neighborhood pocket parks to Brandywine Park’s winding trails through thick forest – there’s no better place in the state to be a runner or cyclist.
Wilmington is a city of beautiful neighborhoods, abundant housing, and affordable living. Downtown has restored brownstones and high-rise residential towers, communities in the hills offer the comfort of country living, and between the two sit dozens of rowhome neighborhoods with their own unique history and character. The Riverfront, a new district forged from a former shipyard and industry hub, is one of the city’s hottest destinations with its dynamic live-work-play environment.
In Wilmington, we are proud of our history and ambitious about our future. Don’t miss out on the ride.