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Welcome to Greater Wilmington. From attractions and events to hotels and dining, Greater Wilmington delivers big city amenities with the charm of a small town.
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For over 30 years the GWCVB has been providing outstanding resources and service to planners across the region. Let us help make your next meeting or event a resounding success.
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With its prime location among the Mid-Atlantic states Greater Wilmington is within a three hour drive of one-third of the Nation’s population - ideal for a variety of group tours and sporting events.
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Founded from the first permanent Old World settlement in the Delaware Valley, Greater Wilmington is filled with story lines - from its rich history to world-class attractions there are many stories to be told.
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Serving as New Castle County Delaware's only destination marketing organization, the GWCVB aggressively markets its members to leisure travelers, meeting planners, tour operators, and the media.
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Our friendly and knowledgeable visitor counselors are always ready to help make your Greater Wilmington experience the best it can be. Reach us online, by phone, or at our downtown visitor center.
Did You Know...Greater Wilmington offers over 70 unique meeting and event venues? From historic houses to museums, gardens and more let us help make your next meeting or event a resounding success. more >
Meeting and Event Planners
Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley offers you...
Central Location:Located in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic region along the I-95 Northeast Corridor, Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley is within a 3-hour driving radius to more than 1/3 of the nation's population. By train or car, it takes less than two hours to reach from New York City or Washington, D.C. and receives 80+ Amtrak trains daily, including Acela Express. Flying?...a short 20-minute drive along I-95 will get you to Philadelphia International Airport and access to 29 airlines and more than 1,300 flights arriving and departing daily.
Diverse Facilities
Offering more than 6,500 hotel rooms and 300 meeting rooms ranging from small boardrooms to state-of-the art facilities that can accommodate 1,600 attendees, means finding the right venue to make your next event productive and practical...is absolutely possible!
Leisure Activities
Enjoy four-star restaurants, world-class attractions and museums, professional equity theatres and the revitalized Wilmington Riverfront. Experience historic sites, Grand Prix racing and slots casino action - all within a 10-mile radius.
ROI
Expect immediate ROI before your event begins - with no sales tax on meeting room rental, food or beverage. Attendees experience a similar ROI since there is no sales tax on shopping, dining or entertainment
$20,000 in transportation assistance available! Learn more HERE!
Planning a meeting or event? Let the Greater Wilmington Convention & Visitors Bureau save you time and money. Use the Request for Proposal Form or call us at 800-489-6664 or 302-295-2213 to speak with a Meeting/Event specialist.Start Planning Your Event Here
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For over 30 years the GWCVB has been providing outstanding resources and service to planners across the region. Let us help make your next meeting or event a resounding success. more >
The Visitors Center operates Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST. Our toll-free number is 1-800-489-6664.© 2013 Greater Wilmington Convention and Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. 100 West 10th Street, Suite 20 Wilmington, DE 19801


