Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide

Wilmington

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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Things to do

Wilmington: Aloha Hour Tropical Cruise

Wilmington: Aloha Hour Tropical Cruise

฿1,401
per adult
Wilmington: Aloha Hour Tropical Cruise
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Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington

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 ฿3,641 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,641
฿4,005 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Las sabanas estaban sucias, con manchas , la mesa quebrada, el baño no funcionaba muy bien, no hice ningún reporte en el hotel, porque no tenía tiempo de estar con quejas. Pero no volvería a rentar ahí ."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 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 ฿4,184 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,184
฿4,602 total
13 Sept - 14 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! (1,015 reviews)
"All was well!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 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 ฿4,736 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿4,736
฿5,210 total
13 Sept - 14 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 ...
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 ฿4,440 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,440
฿4,884 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (394 reviews)
"Very convenient place. In the heart of downtown. Walking distance to most touristic attractions with the exception of the DuPont’s Estates. Very affordable and clean. If you are not looking for luxury great place to stay."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

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 ฿12,920 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿12,920
฿14,212 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
Hotel Du Pont
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

4 out of 5
9000 Bartram Avenue Philadelphia PA
The price is ฿3,879 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,879
฿4,514 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,321 reviews)
"Slow checking in. Nice (free) cocktail evening"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
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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, Chase Fieldhouse and Eden Park are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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.

Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Delaware Art Museum and Alapocas Run State Park.

Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide