Discover Top Attractions in and around Wilmington, Delaware

Dover Downs Grand Opera House Western Railroad Delaware Theatre Wilmington Waterfront

QVC studio Tour. See live television at its best when you visit the QVC Studio Tour. Take the guided walking tour where you can see how QVC TV is brought to life for millions of QVC viewers to enjoy. www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/app.html/params.file. |cp|st_tour,html/left.html.file. |nav|navhqvisit,html/walk.html. |nav|navhqvisit,html

Dover Downs. Located next to the Dover International Speedway, this smoke free casino is home to over 2,700 of the newest slot machines. Visitors will enjoy the liberal payouts, electronic table games and exciting entertainment that this award winning casino is known for. http://www.doverdowns.com

Nemours Mansion & Gardens. With 102 furnished rooms, the Nemours Mansion is a beautiful labyrinth of antiques, tapestries and paintings - some dating all the way back to the 15th century. Guests can view the mansion and the stunning surrounding gardens through guided tours. http://www.thebrandywine.com/attractions/nemours.html   [Top]

Grand Opera House. Over 130 years old, this theater has a colorful history of hosting exciting performances - something that continues today. Check out current shows and events at this historical building. http://www.grandopera.org/events/

Brandywine River Museum. American history buffs and art fans alike will love a visit to the Brandywine River Museum, where you can view the impressive collection of American art, including illustration and still life painting.

http://www.brandywinemuseum.org/collect.html  [Top]

Wilmington & Western Railroad. Ride this historic train through Delaware's Red Clay Valley, and feel as though you’ve traveled back in time. Upon your arrival you can tour the restored mill and picnic or stroll through the beautiful, historic gardens. It’s a great way to learn about the history of the area. http://www.wwrr.com/

Brandywine Zoo. See animals from around the globe and enjoy seasonal activities and educational programs when you visit the popular Brandywine Zoo. Open 7 days a week from 10 am to 4pm. http://www.brandywinezoo.org/   [Top]

Delaware Theatre Company. Catch a show at Brandywine Valley’s only professional, resident theater. Located on the beautiful Christina River waterfront, this 389 seat theater is one of the state’s top cultural institutions. Check current shows and show times here for a fun night at the theater. http://www.delawaretheatre.org/

Philadelphia Airport. With 29 airlines and up to 700 daily departures both domestic and international, Philadelphia airport is a bustling hub of travel. For up-to-date arrival and departure times, as well as additional travel, parking and pick up info, visit their website: http://www.phl.org/  [Top]

Wilmington Waterfront. Arched gates welcome you to the newly developed Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park. Take a stroll along the casual walkways, enjoy the view of the water from one of the benches, or spend an afternoon picnicking or playing a game of Frisbee. The Wilmington waterfront is a great outdoor place for you to enjoy nature without leaving the city. http://www.dupontriverfest.com/waterfront.htm

Chase Center. With a flexible floor plan that is over 87,000 sq. ft., the Chase Center is the biggest facility for hosting special events, conferences or trade shows in the Brandywine Valley. Its prime location on the newly developed Wilmington waterfront makes these events both enjoyable and scenic. http://www.centerontheriverfront.com/

Corporations in and around Wilmington

• AstraZeneca - http://www.astrazeneca.com
• DuPont - http://www2.dupont.com/DuPont_Home/en_US/index.html
• Ace Insurance - http://www.ace-ina.com/
• TA Instruments - http://www.tainstruments.com/
• Hercules - http://www.hercules.com/
• Basell - http://www.basell.com/  [Top]