Wilmington Holiday Deals

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Holidays in Wilmington

Snap at your workmate when they ask to borrow a Post-it? People starting to give you a wide berth? Yep. You clearly need a holiday. And it's high time you took one in Wilmington!

This area of Delaware is home to about 71,000 locals.

The state capital, Dover, lies 65 kilometres south of this destination, while Penns Grove is situated 7 kilometres east.

Everyone in the family is sure to enjoy stops at Frightland and Hullabaloo Amusement Center. If that isn't enough to wear the little ones out, why not head along to Delaware Rock Gym and Bowlerama as well?

Get up close to some incredible animals and learn about the importance of conservation on a family outing to the Brandywine Zoo.

Wilmington has some gorgeous green spaces where you will find a variety of plant specimens. The Mt. Cuba Center and the University of Delaware Botanic Gardens are the names to keep in mind.

Get comfortable with a good novel, toss a ball around or just watch the clouds float by at Christina Park and Rockford Park. There's also a stack of fun to be had at Fort Christina Park and Burton Brown Winchester Park.

It's a good idea to begin your Wilmington experience at DuPont Environmental Education Center. The helpful staff can provide you with advice and information about things to do in and around the city.

Wilmington offers a range of nature reserves, such as Fort Delaware State Park and Brandywine Creek State Park. For those who haven't completely recharged, Lums Pond State Park and Alapocas Woods Park are a couple more worth experiencing.

The Delaware Sports Hall of Fame and Old Library Museum boast a range of interesting objects and exhibits. Ask the welcoming staff about one-off happenings or walk the tranquil hallways in your own time. Looking for more? Also pencil in visits to the Wilmington and Western Railroad and Museum of the American Road.

Head out on a voyage through the seven seas at the Kalmar Nyckel Museum and Shipyard, a valuable repository of the area's maritime history.

Awaken the science nerd within with a morning at Mount Cuba Astronomical Observatory. When you're there, don't forget to ask about any temporary exhibitions. Trust us when we say, you won't want to miss a single thing!

Improve your knowledge of the natural world when you stop by the Delaware Museum of Natural History. With so much information to absorb and so many intriguing objects and specimens to look at, you might want to spend a whole day there!

Pick yourself up a double shot of coffee — you have a long day of gallery hopping to throw yourself into. The Delaware Art Museum is a good place to begin your journey. Afterwards, continue on to the inviting collections of the Andre Harvey Studio and the Sommerville Manning Gallery.

If you'd describe yourself as a bit of a history freak, experience the enthralling displays that bring to life events and people of yesteryear at the Hagley Museum and Library. The Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library and the Rockwood Park and Museum are two more institutions that are on a mission to preserve and share the rich history of this area.

A trip to Wilmington certainly delivers when it comes to historically important sites. You'll be able to get a better awareness of this destination's past at the University of Delaware and Old Court House. If that's not enough to satisfy the history buff in you, also swing by Amstel House and George Read II House.

Want to learn about the local faith? Plan a trip to see Old Swedes Church and Saint Anthony of Padua Church. If you're not rushed for time, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is also worth dropping by.

It's far better to look back on life and say, 'Did I really do that?' rather than, 'I really wish I had done that.' So, while you're in Wilmington you shouldn't miss the chance to explore some of the less frequented sights, such as Kirkwood Soccer Complex and the Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots. Don't forget to stop by Fairfield Park and Kells Park either.

Hotels in Wilmington

Backpackers and shoestring travellers can relax. Budget rooms await at the SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Brandywine Valley and the Quality Inn And Suites Skyways. These digs are proof that good service doesn't have to break the bank. Or perhaps you'd rather indulge yourself in more luxurious surrounds? Then let the professional staff at the HOTEL DU PONT and the Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel take care of your every need.