Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Activities

Wilmington: 1-Hour Scenic River Cruise

Wilmington: 1-Hour Scenic River Cruise

NZ$46
per adult
Wilmington: 1-Hour Scenic River Cruise
Wilmington: Aloha Hour Tropical Cruise

Wilmington: Aloha Hour Tropical Cruise

NZ$73
per adult
Wilmington: Aloha Hour Tropical Cruise
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Our pick of the best Downtown Wilmington Hotel Deals

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 NZ$192 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$192
23 Aug - 24 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Never was able to enter hitel from parking lot. Door was kicked, with no bell. Requesting full refund."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

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

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

3.5 out of 5
422 Delaware Ave Wilmington DE
The price is NZ$238 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$238
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Clean and very spacious room with excellent amenities. Parking can be a hassle as you navigate very tight spaces. Overall great experience."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
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 NZ$237 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$237
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,024 reviews)
"The staff was friendly. The hotel was very clean. Breakfast options were amazing as well as the food. Loved it!!!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG
Hotel Du Pont

Hotel Du Pont

4.5 out of 5
42 West 11th Street Wilmington DE
The price is NZ$546 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$546
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (672 reviews)
"Lobby and elevator floor was not clean. Very limited room service menu. Not like it used to be."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hotel Du Pont
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 NZ$221 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$221
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (382 reviews)
"Two of the 3 elevators are not working."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

3 out of 5
8900 Bartram Ave Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$228 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$228
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,820 reviews)
"This hotel is close to the airport and easy to drop off a rental vehicle early the next morning."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
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Our guide on 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 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.

A city street with a historic building labeled 'City Hall,' a clock tower, and a church spire.

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.

Beautiful architecture along North 3rd Street in Wilmington's historic district.

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 Grand Opera House and Brandywine Creek.

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

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