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Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley is at the center of the Mid-Atlantic region and minutes off the I-95 corridor. While we are close by – ideal for a quick weekend getaway – you will feel as if you have been transported to a different land.

The rolling hills and magnificent estates of the Brandywine Valley recall the French countryside. Wilmington’s dining scene is a cornucopia of global flavors. The colonial hamlets of New Castle and Odessa give you the feeling of an English country village. Our six grand gardens, all part of America's Garden Capital, encompass over 3,000 acres and lie within minutes of one another.

Nemours Estate, Wilmington, Delaware

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Hotel DuPont, Wilmington, Delaware

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Mt Cuba Spring

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12 Attractions. One Low Price. Plan Ahead: Get Your 2025 Treasure Trail Passport Today!

The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport provides three seasons of fun with access to 12 top Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley attractions. Starting at $49.

Delaware Art Museum

Riverfront Wilmington

Man and woman looking out over the riverfront at sunset

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Zoos & Nature Centers

Brandywine Zoo Leemur

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Gardens

Mt. Cuba Center

Family Friendly

Hagley Family Field Trips

Hagley Museum and Library

Casinos & Horse Racing

Casino at Delaware Park

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Wilmington Featured on PBS & Amazon Prime

Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley was recently featured in the 10th season of "Travels with Darley," a PBS and Amazon Prime travel television series.

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How to Explore Greater Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley in 2, 4, 6 Hours, or a Full Day

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Conveniently located near major U.S. cities like Philadelphia, New York City, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., Greater Wilmington…

How to Explore Greater Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley in 2, 4, 6 Hours, or a Full Day

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Escape Winter’s Chill at Longwood Gardens

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Winter might bring frosty air and barren landscapes, but at Longwood Gardens, the season transforms into an oasis of warmth and…

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Escape Winter’s Chill at Longwood Gardens

Turn 15 PTO Days into 50+ Travel Days Around Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

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Maximizing your paid time off doesn’t have to mean jet-setting to distant locations. With a bit of strategic planning, you…

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Turn 15 PTO Days into 50+ Travel Days Around Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

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New year, New Restaurants, and New Reasons to Celebrate in Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

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After decades of thoughtful consideration (and too many helpings of Granny’s amazing pretzel-jello), I have come to realize…

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New year, New Restaurants, and New Reasons to Celebrate in Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

Weeknight Specials to Keep Your Calendar and Wallet Full in Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

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Weekly specials are just the ticket for affordable fun.. I used to be the kind of guy who believed I had to dine out on weekends…

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Weeknight Specials to Keep Your Calendar and Wallet Full in Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley

Singing the Praises of Autumn's Tasty Bounty

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These new restaurants are perfectly suited to a fall foodie exploration In Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley, spring is…

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Singing the Praises of Autumn's Tasty Bounty

Discover the Brandywine Museum’s Captivating: Robert Frank & Todd Webb: Across America, 1955

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If you're a fan of photography or history, mark your calendar for February 9 through May 11, 2025, when the Brandywine Museum…

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Discover the Brandywine Museum’s Captivating: Robert Frank & Todd Webb: Across America, 1955

Experience the Magic of TRIPLE BILL: A Celebration of New Ballets in Wilmington, Delaware

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Get ready to immerse yourself in an evening of innovation and artistry as First State Ballet Theatre presents TRIPLE BILL at The…

Performing Arts

Experience the Magic of TRIPLE BILL: A Celebration of New Ballets in Wilmington, Delaware

Explore the Symbolism of the Dinner Table at The Delaware Contemporary

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Wilmington’s premier contemporary art museum, The Delaware Contemporary, invites you to embark on a thought-provoking…

Exhibitions

Explore the Symbolism of the Dinner Table at The Delaware Contemporary