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.
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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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 ฿5,357 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,357
฿5,893 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Rooms were spacious and clean."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

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 ฿3,875 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,875
฿4,262 total
2 Aug - 3 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! (1,001 reviews)
"I was so looking forward to my stay at this Doubletree I have stayed at several dobletrees in many locations. This one sorely disappointed me. I did not like being given a room in the basement. It had a running dehumidifier. The furnishings seemed worn and outdated. The air conditioning unit ran ..."

Reviewed on 24 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 ฿4,119 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿4,119
฿4,532 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! (1,008 reviews)
"Staff was so friendly. They went out of their way to be friendly and involved us in the happy hour and the early morning breakfast. Both were very good. Will stay here again"

Reviewed on 23 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 ฿3,976 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿3,976
฿4,373 total
20 Aug - 21 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. ...
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 ฿9,788 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿9,788
฿10,767 total
10 Aug - 11 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (663 reviews)
"Everything was amazing I will be returning!! Lovely, clean, nice staff, beautiful room! Also close to everything!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Hotel Du Pont
Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington

Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
65 Geoffrey Dr Newark DE
The price is ฿2,305 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿2,305
฿2,558 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Christiana Mall and Delaware Park ...
Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington
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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