Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide

Wilmington

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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.
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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

Rp765.053
per adult
Wilmington: Mimosa Cruise on the Christina River
Kennet Square: Longwood Gardens Admission Ticket

Kennett Square: Longwood Gardens Admission Ticket

Rp632.275
per adult
Kennett Square: Longwood Gardens Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

3.5 out of 5
422 Delaware Ave Wilmington DE
The price is Rp2.434.817 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.434.817
Rp2.678.299 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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 ...
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 Rp1.993.596 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp1.993.596
Rp2.192.955 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"This"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District
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 Rp2.201.780 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
Rp2.201.780
Rp2.421.958 total
20 Aug - 21 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel has been recently remodeled; the rooms are very nice and spacious, with a small kitchen. The breakfast was superb!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG
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 Rp2.125.062 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.125.062
Rp2.337.568 total
16 Aug - 17 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. ...
8/10 Very good! (374 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable! GREAT breakfast with eggs, waffles, oatmeal etc included. No pool. Pay for parking. Very nice hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

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 Rp5.559.378 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp5.559.378
Rp6.115.316 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
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 Rp2.377.548 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.377.548
Rp2.766.752 total
27 Aug - 28 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! (2,252 reviews)
"My room was disgusting. The shower was clogged with hair and wouldn't drain. Hairs and blood on the ceiling. Black hairs all over the bed."

Reviewed on 28 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.
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Riverfront

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

South Wilmington

If you're spending some time in South Wilmington, Eden Park and Chase Fieldhouse 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