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Did You Know...Greater Wilmington is within a three hour drive of one-third the nation's population? This makes it the ideal choice for a romantic getaway, tax free, girls shopping weekend, or fun family retreat. more >
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Spend less time in the car and more time with your family and friends when you travel to Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley. All of the area's attractions including world-class gardens, historic colonial towns, educational museums, professional sports, and so much more are just minutes from one another and offer fun for the entire family.
Plus, Wilmington's accessibility that makes it a prime location for a romantic getaway, tax free girls shopping weekend, or learning the areas heritage with the family. Within a three hour drive of one-third the Nation's population Wilmington is conveniently located on I-95, midway between New York City and Washington, DC. Philadelphia International Airport is just 25 minutes from the city and over 80 trains including Amtrak's high-speed Acela Express stop at the Wilmington station every day - making Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley easily accessible by car, bus, train or plane.
You're sure to drive less and do more in Greater Wilmington.
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FEATURED ADVERTISER632 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Phone: (610) 444-3842
Charming tasting rooms of eight family-owned/operated wineries, in the countryside of Chester County, PA, between historic Philadelphia and Lancaster's Amish Country. Prior arrangements should be made with individual wineries for groups larger than e... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER2301 Kentmere Pkwy.
Wilmington, DE 19806
Phone: 302-571-9590
Toll Free: 866-232-3714
Fax: 302-571-0220
Founded in 1912, the Delaware Art Museum is best known for its large collection of British Pre-Raphaelite art, illustrations by Wilmington native Howard Pyle, and urban landscapes by John Sloan and his circle. Visitors can also enjoy the outdoor Cope... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER2208 Millers Rd.
Ardentown, DE 19810
Phone: (302) 475-2313
Fax: (302) 475-2320
The New Candlelight Theatre, located in historic Ardentown, DE, just minutes from downtown Wilmington and a short drive from Philadelphia, combines fine dining with superb musical theater entertainment. Join us for a truly spectacular Candlelight ex... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER110 N. Dupont Hwy.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (302) 328-4102
Fax: (302) 328-9525
Over 70 individual merchants! You will discover wonderful foods including a PA Dutch market with fresh produce, meats and bake goods, 2 fresh Seafood stands, and so much more!... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER124 Beaver Valley Rd.
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Phone: (610) 459-0808
Fax: (610) 872-1568
Our tasting room is set in a rustic, historic home atop our 30 acre property that overlooks the vineyard. A perfect place for a weekend picnic! Come enjoy local wines and be a part of the Pennsylvania wine revolution! Check our website for updated ho... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER4210 Kennett Pike
Greenville, DE 19807
Phone: (302) 658-1826
Fax: (302) 658-3055
American Farm. Fresh-Local-Delicious Hand Crafted Beer! Tours and Educational Tastings. Group Tour Discounts. Tour/Tasting Room open Every Wednesday from 4-7:00 (5:00 tour) and every Saturday from 12:00 - 4:00 (1:00 tour). Private indoor tasting r... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |FEATURED ADVERTISER5105 Kennett Pike
Winterthur, DE 19735
Phone: (302) 888-4600
Toll Free: 800-448-3883
Discover an American Treasure! Founded by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur’s preeminent collection of American antiques reflects both early America and the du Pont family’s life at this glorious estate. Enjoy tours of the house and spectacular 60-... MORE>>
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Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: 302-887-9300
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Award-winning professional theater company providing affordable performances of plays, musicals, operas & concerts. MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1301 Heritage Rd.
Dover, DE 19902
Phone: (302) 677-5938
Alt: 302-677-5942
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The Air Mobility Command Museum, located in Hangar 1301 on Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware, houses some of the most unique and distinguished m... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1220 American Blvd.
West Chester, PA 19380
Phone: (610) 436-9600
Fax: (610) 436-8642
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Over 40 exhibits trace the past and future of rotary wing aircraft. Climb aboard the interactive hands-on helicopters! Experience the working wind tun... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |2 East Fourth St.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: (302) 322-2794
Fax: (302) 322-8923
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Among New Castle's few surviving early colonial buildings is the elegant brick, early Georgian mansion, the Amstel House. Built in 1738, the house is ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |101 Stone Block Row
Wilmington, DE 19807
Phone: (302) 656-7955
Fax: (302) 656-7974
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Andre' Harvey's work is displayed in the historic 1814 Breck's Mill on the Brandywine River, downstream from Hagley Museum, overlooking the beautiful ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |2126 The Hwy.
Arden, DE 19810
Phone: 302-475-3126
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Home of the annual Arden Fair. A long time special event tradition with local and regional artists, entertainment and lots of family fun! The Arden C... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Greater Wilmington Area
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Phone: (302) 377-3156
Fax: (302) 529-0533
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Promoting Delaware-based performing artists & Arts organizations as well as several performing arts series in Delaware! Chamber music & modern music e... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |3511 Barley Mill Rd.
Hockessin, DE 19707
Phone: 302-239-2334
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Located near Hockessin, Ashland Nature Center serves as the Delaware Nature Society's headquarters and the hub for all of its activities of education ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |117 Sharptown-Auburn Rd.
Pilesgrove, NJ 08098
Phone: (856) 769-9463
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Escape to the country...and not far from Wilmington. Relax with a glass of our award winning wine & artisan cheeses at The ENOTECA a European-style wi... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |(Held throughout Wilmington)
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: (302) 655-5231
Alt: (302) 897-6459
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Parade, Youth Cultural Day, citywide Sunday Service, Gospel Explosion and afternoon festival celebrating religious freedom since 1814. MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |713 Smyrna Leipsic Rd.
Smyrna, DE 19977
Phone: 302-264-9048
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A historic Georgian mansion built in 1773, surrounded by spacious grounds & beautiful gardens. Arrange a tour or attend one of our special events. Hol... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |406 Federal St.
Dover, DE 19901
Phone: (302) 674-2111
Fax: (302) 674-5133
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Neighborhood Museum - National Treasure. The Museum's 16 galleries provide an intimate setting to enjoy a unique and enriching collection of American ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1914 West Park Dr.
Wilmington, DE 19803
Phone: 302-577-7020 Park
Toll Free: 302-577-1164 Blue Ball Barn
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This extraordinary barn, built in 1914 by Alfred I. duPont, is named after the Blue Ball Tavern, an inn and meeting house, that was once located near ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |3031 New Castle Ave.
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: 302-654-0263
Alt: (302) 887-0068
Fax: 302-654-1564
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Your One Stop Family Fun Center, 62 lanes. KidZone & Arcade with private Birthday Party rooms and ticket redemption. Spare Rib Xpress full service Re... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Brandywine Park
Wilmington, DE 19802
Phone: (302) 690-5555
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In September the annual arts and crafts festival will take place in Wilmington's Brandywine Park. Celebrating 50 years and featuring 250 artists from ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |US Rt. 1
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Phone: (610) 388-2700
Toll Free: (610) 388-8366 - direct
Fax: (610) 388-1197
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Exhibiting American art in a 19th-century gristmill, the Museum is internationally know for its unparalleled collection of works by three generations ... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |Greater Wilmington Area
Wilmington, DE 19801
Phone: 302-778-5418
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Join the Brandywine Valley Bike Tour Aug. 11-12 for two days of fully-supported bike rides through the beautiful Brandywine Valley geared for experien... MORE>>
Added to My Itinerary |1001 North Park Dr.
Wilmington, DE 19802
Phone: (302) 571-7747
Fax: (302) 571-7787
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150 intriguing animals from North and South America and Asia. Different activities daily. Open all year 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Free Parking. Snack bar and... MORE>>
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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






