South Wilmington Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library
You can study the exhibits at Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Grand Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Grand Opera House, a popular theatre in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
Delaware Art Museum
You can study the exhibits at Delaware Art 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.
Top hotels in South Wilmington
Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront
"This is a NO FRILLS, NO AMENITIES property good for those who are budget-strapped. Staff is pleasant. Property feels safe. Some guests are there waiting for permanent housing."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"Breakfast options were limited"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
"Er clean, comfortable bed and shower with good water pressure. In a corporate area and not a lot around it"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Quality Hotel Philadelphia Airport
"It could have been better overall. I will not book again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"Great location"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
"The front desk staff member was friendly and quick to get us checked in. With the hotel being a mere few minutes from the airport, it's ideal to save yourself from having to get up earlier than you need to. We had a rental that sat in the parking lot for maybe 10 minutes before I returned it -- so ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Wilmington
Compton Village
While there might not be top attractions in Compton Village, you can explore the larger area and discover places like World Cafe Live at the Queen and Grand Opera House.
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.
Downtown Wilmington
Unique features of Downtown Wilmington include the bars and theatres. Make a stop by Grand Opera House or World Cafe Live at the Queen while you're exploring the area.
Browntown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Browntown and surrounding area, you can visit Daniel S. Frawley Stadium and Chase Fieldhouse.
Hedgeville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hedgeville and surrounding area, you can visit Daniel S. Frawley Stadium and World Cafe Live at the Queen.
Trinity Vicinity
While Trinity Vicinity isn't home to many top sights, The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Grand Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.
