Riverfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A riverside walkway with trees, a building, and a sunset.
A river with tall grasses in the foreground, a bridge in the middle, and buildings in the background during sunset.
A couple walking on a wooden boardwalk with a river and cityscape in the background.
A brick building with arched windows and a circular pathway.
A park with a river, benches, and a covered walkway.

Stay near popular Riverfront attractions

A nighttime riverside walkway with a city skyline in the background.

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
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Our pick of the best Riverfront Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

3 out of 5
760 Justison Street Wilmington DE
The price is NZ$280 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$280
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

3 out of 5
820 Justison Street Wilmington DE
The price is NZ$269 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$269
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
The Westin Wilmington

The Westin Wilmington

4 out of 5
818 Shipyard Drive Wilmington DE
The price is NZ$378 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$378
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Wilmington Riverwalk and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (891 reviews)
"This place was advertised as riverfront. That is why I booked it. It definitely is not riverfront at all. The place was very clean though."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Westin Wilmington
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

3 out of 5
53 Industrial Hwy Essington PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$237 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$237
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Essington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,361 reviews)
"The staff was pleasant but my toilet was clogged and my room had roaches"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport

Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport

3.5 out of 5
500 Stevens Dr Philadelphia PA
The price is NZ$265 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$265
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,118 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall

Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall

3 out of 5
48 Geoffrey Dr Newark DE
The price is NZ$182 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$182
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,299 reviews)
"There was no toothpaste n bodywash in d bathroom."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall
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Our guide on where to stay in Riverfront

Find the best Riverfront areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

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.

South Wilmington

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

A street intersection with a traffic light, a clock tower, and a church in the background.

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.

Trolley Square

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

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 The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Grand Opera House.

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