Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide

Wilmington

A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, including columns and decorative moldings.
A cityscape with a river, modern buildings, and a highway interchange.
A vibrant street corner with a red building featuring green and yellow accents, intersecting with Market Street and 4TH Street.
A river with tall grasses in the foreground, a bridge in the middle, and buildings in the background during sunset.

Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions

A wooden boardwalk by a river with bike rentals and a covered seating area.

Wilmington Riverwalk

9.0/10 (416 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Mimosa Cruise on the Christina River

Wilmington: Mimosa Cruise on the Christina River

Rp756.329
per adult
Wilmington: Mimosa Cruise on the Christina River
Kennet Square: Longwood Gardens Admission Ticket

Kennett Square: Longwood Gardens Admission Ticket

Rp678.642
per adult
Kennett Square: Longwood Gardens Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
1220 N. MARKET STREET Wilmington DE
The price is Rp2.141.600 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp2.141.600
Rp2.355.760 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG
Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

3.5 out of 5
422 Delaware Ave Wilmington DE
The price is Rp2.298.250 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
Rp2.298.250
Rp2.528.076 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel, good food, nice and helpful staff. Not the nicest area it’s located in."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

4 out of 5
700 N King St Wilmington DE
The price is Rp2.000.128 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp2.000.128
Rp2.200.141 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The facility has been undergoing remodeling construction for some time. I ended up on the recently remodeled 5th floor. The vinyl plank flooring in the room with a carpet overlay around the bed is a nice touch."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

3 out of 5
1300 North Market Street Wilmington DE
The price is Rp2.134.738 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp2.134.738
Rp2.348.213 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
Hotel Du Pont

Hotel Du Pont

4.5 out of 5
42 West 11th Street Wilmington DE
The price is Rp5.337.287 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp5.337.287
Rp5.871.016 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (661 reviews)
"Wonderful time Thankyou 💙"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hotel Du Pont
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
9000 Bartram Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is Rp2.476.761 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp2.476.761
Rp2.882.207 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,204 reviews)
"The happy hour was a nice touch and the breakfast was good. Hotel was dated and the pool and 1 elevator were out of commission. Rooms were very spacious but the bed was a bit lumpy."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A couple walking on a wooden boardwalk with a river and cityscape in the background.

Riverfront

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

South Wilmington

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

Hilltop

While Hilltop may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World Cafe Live at the Queen and Grand Opera House.

Cool Spring

While there might not be top attractions in Cool Spring, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brandywine Zoo and The Playhouse on Rodney Square.

Trolley Square

Trolley Square might not have many top sights, but Brandywine Zoo and Delaware Art Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide