The Top 19 Attractions around Wilmington
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Wilmington. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Wilmington is a region where 19
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 30, 2025
JAM Trail (Jack A. Markell Trail)
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Grade separated multi-use path from downtown Wilmington to Historic New Castle. The Jack Markell Trail has two lovely bridges one over a railway track and another over the Christina River.
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Ashland Covered Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
Built around 1860, this covered bridge crosses Red Clay Creek. It's one of only three surviving covered bridges in Delaware. The lattice truss inside is based on a design by architect Ithiel Town.
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Bellevue State Park
Highlight • Rest Area
Bellevue State Park, a 328-acre park in Wilmington's suburbs, offers year-round recreation from 8 a.m. until sunset. Named after Bellevue Hall, the former mansion of William du Pont Jr., the …
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New Castle Battery Park
Highlight • Parking
Battery Park is an expansive public park near the historic downtown of New Castle, Delaware. This spot is popular for picnicking, fishing, and walking down the scenic Battery Park Trail, …
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Winterthur Museum and Library
Highlight • Historical Site
Winterthur Museum, Garden, and Library, located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a premier museum of American decorative arts and boasts one of the finest collections in the country. Founded by Henry …
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