Title: Wilmington Travel Guide: Best of Wilmington, Delaware Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Hotels.d601746.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Holiday-Rentals.d601746.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Wilmington.d601746.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wilmington.d601746.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Wilmington Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Wilmington.d601746.Car-Hire-Guide)[Wilmington Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington.d601746.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Wilmington Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Wilmington which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601746/518c17a9-55ae-41c9-a7da-e65194df470b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington which includes heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601746/518c17a9-55ae-41c9-a7da-e65194df470b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601746/210d711a-8a72-4564-9ed0-d45851960b48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wilmington Riverwalk which includes a garden and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555566158/7a770cd7-13e8-465d-9e05-c8b08cf1611c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grand Opera House featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072949/666a1254-e013-4dad-b96e-9f8169bd468d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Wilmington Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_601746) ### Where to stay in Wilmington ![Wilmington Riverwalk which includes a garden and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555566158/7a770cd7-13e8-465d-9e05-c8b08cf1611c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverfront 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Riverfront.dx6187528) ![Grand Opera House featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072949/666a1254-e013-4dad-b96e-9f8169bd468d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Downtown-Wilmington.dx6055683) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Wilmington If you're spending some time in South Wilmington, Chase Fieldhouse and Eden Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-South-Wilmington.dx986368979564474368) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Hilltop.dx986366293322215424) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Trolley-Square.dx986366772819243008) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Cool-Spring.dx986366455276875776) - Top hotels in Wilmington - Top Holiday Rentals in Wilmington ![Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4700/4693/72ec9ef5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown 422 Delaware Ave Wilmington DE £103 12 Mar - 13 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Everything Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=4693&PinnedHotelID=4693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601746) ![Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81880000/81875700/81875625/d8ff2a29_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG 1220 N. MARKET STREET Wilmington DE £103 12 Mar - 13 Mar 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (972 reviews) Great visit, clean room, great staff, breakfast bar no longer has biscuits, but enjoyed blueberry scone Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=81875625&PinnedHotelID=81875625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601746) ![Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24200/24187/6b4ea3e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport 4509 Island Ave Philadelphia PA £97 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 7.4/10 Good! (4,338 reviews) Everything was great , the breakfast was fresh and good! Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=24187&PinnedHotelID=24187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=601746) [See all 2,981 properties in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026®ionId=601746) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Charming 2-bedroom house with WiFi, AC in marvelous Wilmington](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112720000/112713600/112713582/6bb8ce8d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Charming 2-bedroom house with WiFi, AC in marvelous Wilmington Wilmington DE Stay at this holiday home in Wilmington. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Wilmington Riverwalk and Eden Park are ... 2/10 (2 reviews) Never even got to check in because owner never sent no code to get in I want a full refund Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Hotels-Charming-2-Bedroom-House-With-WiFi.h112713582.Hotel-Information) ![Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99860000/99857500/99857426/d01e50f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay 4630 Island Ave Philadelphia PA Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 7.6/10 Good! (1,397 reviews) Easy check in and out!! Easy to get to room!! The room was clean! Staff was friendly and professional. Bed was so comfortable. We felt safe. Easy to get Lyft to pick up and drop u off. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-Philadelphia-Suites-Extended-Stay.h99857426.Hotel-Information) ![4211 Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110360000/110353300/110353251/81a4342c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 4211 Suites 4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (548 reviews) It was great except for the lady next door yelling Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Philadelphia-Hotels-4211-Suites.h110353251.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Wilmington](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=601746&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Wilmington hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601746&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601746&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601746&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601746&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601746&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=601746&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Wilmington Riverwalk showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621555566158/57da66c4-0191-44d4-ac1c-020dbd25299a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Riverwalk-Wilmington.d553248621555566158.Attraction) ![Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072957/bb97b37f-b47b-44c5-84f5-ced8311275fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Winterthur-Museum-Wilmington.d6072957.Attraction) ![Grand Opera House featuring heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072949/666a1254-e013-4dad-b96e-9f8169bd468d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Opera-House-Downtown-Wilmington.d6072949.Attraction) ![This gorgeous Red Panda decided to have a snack and a photo. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601746/8a6f95a0-77de-451e-aab1-fb99be4f48ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brandywine Zoo Visit the animals who call Brandywine Zoo home during your travels in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brandywine-Zoo-Wilmington.d6072965.Attraction) ![#Green spring is almost here](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072969/9bf75e98-8cbe-4af6-bd77-a8f9eaf5b42b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brandywine-Creek-State-Park-Wilmington.d6072969.Attraction) ![Delaware Art Museum featuring art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6072945/82b948ac-91a7-4c78-995b-4ece85ed2b98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Delaware-Art-Museum-Wilmington.d6072945.Attraction) ## Cities near Wilmington ![Overlooking the forest in Brandywine Valley in First State National Historical Park from a nearby vineyard, Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6482/cd01e7e0-7d44-42d1-9228-20ef36acdbb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chadds Ford ![Waterlilly #5. 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