What to do in Wilmington, DE

Discover what to do in Wilmington, DE from the prime location of Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel. Conveniently situated between Wilmington and Newark, DE, our hotel is within minutes of the region's local businesses and popular attractions, shopping and restaurants.

Immerse yourself in history at enchanting Winterthur, try your luck at nearby Delaware Park casino, or catch up with your favorite student at the University of Delaware. Share in a fun day at the Brandywine Zoo, or reconnect over a romantic stroll through magnificent Longwood Gardens. Whether you're traveling with family or in town on business, Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel places you near all the top things to do in Wilmington, DE.

Complimentary shuttle service for transportation within a five mile radius of the hotel is available: Monday-Friday 7am to 9pm and can be available at other hours by request. Please reserve shuttle service with the front desk 24 hours in advance.

Learn more about what to do in Wilmington, DE below and begin planning your trip today.

	Brandywine Park North Park Drive \| Wilmington, DE 19802 \| (302) 577-7020 Enjoy a refreshing day outdoors at picturesque Brandywine Park, running along both sides of the Brandywine River. Share in a hike and picnic with friends or keep up your fitness routine with a jog along the river. Brandywine Park is also home to the Brandywine Zoo, Baynard Stadium and the Josephine Fountain.

	Brandywine Zoo 1001 North Park Drive \| Wilmington, DE 19802 \| (302) 571-7788 Rediscover family fun at the nearby Brandywine Zoo, Delaware's only zoo. Covering 13 acres and open year round, the Brandywine Zoo is home to 150 animals including the exotic Siberian tiger, Golden Lion Tamarins, playful river otters, Florida bobcat, burrowing owls, and the world's largest rodent, the capybara.

	Christiana Mall 132 Christiana Mall \| Newark, Delaware 19702 \| (302) 731-9815 Christiana Mall caters to every customer by offering a mix of your favorite retailers including Macy's and Nordstrom. Shop 'til you drop, then reenergize with one of Christiana Mall's many delicious dining options.

	Delaware Park 777 Delaware Park Blvd \| Wilmington, DE 19804 \| (302) 994-2521 Our Delaware Park hotel is just a short drive from all the action of the Delaware Park Racetrack & Slots. Visit nearby Delaware Park to enjoy the thrills of horse-racing, spend a leisurely day on the golf course or try your luck at the casino.

	University of Delaware 150 S College Ave \| Newark, DE 19716 \| (302) 831-2805 Our University of Delware hotel is the perfect place to stay when you're visiting the University of Delaware. Located right off of I-95, Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel is just a quick drive from the main Newark, DE campus.

	DuPont Theatre 1007 N Market St \| Wilmington, DE 19801 \| (302) 656-4401 Nicknamed “Delaware’s Broadway Experience,” the DuPont theatre is the perfect venue for an entertaining night out with friends or family. The historic theatre offers a six-show professional Broadway series as well as an acclaimed Children’s Series.

	Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road \| Kennett Square, PA 19348 \| (610) 388-1000 Explore the natural splendor of Longwood Gardens including a four-acre conservatory and outdoor gardens spanning 1,077 acres featuring exotic plants and flowers from around the world. Join in on the family friendly events including live musical performances and fireworks & fountain shows.

	Nemours Mansion and Gardens 850 Alapocas Dr \| Wilmington, DE 19803 \| (302) 651-6912 Open May 1 - December 30, Nemours Mansion and Gardens offers a breathtaking setting for a day in Wilmington, DE. Step back in time and enjoy an enriching guided tour of this historic mansion and opulent gardens.

	Winterthur Museum and Gardens 5105 Kennett Pike (Route 52) \| Winterthur, DE 19735 \| (800) 448-3883 Visit the premier museum of American decorative arts, with a collection of nearly 90,000 objects made or used in America between about 1640 and 1860. Set amongst a 1,000-acre preserve, Winterthur also features a stunning 60-acre naturalistic garden.

	Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Creek Rd \| Wilmington, DE 19807 \| (302) 658-2400 Located on 235 acres along the banks of the Brandywine, Hagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E. I. du Pont in 1802. Discover the restored mills, a workers' community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the famous du Pont family.

	Brandywine River Museum 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd \| Chadds Ford, PA 19317 \| (610) 388-2700 Nestled in a 19th-century grist mill, the Brandywine River Museum exhibits a world class collection of American art. Explore works by three generations of Wyeths and a fine collection of American illustration, still life and landscape painting in a unique setting.

	Brandywine Park North Park Drive \| Wilmington, DE 19802 \| (302) 577-7020 Enjoy a refreshing day outdoors at picturesque Brandywine Park, running along both sides of the Brandywine River. Share in a hike and picnic with friends or keep up your fitness routine with a jog along the river. Brandywine Park is also home to the Brandywine Zoo, Baynard Stadium and the Josephine Fountain.

	Brandywine Zoo 1001 North Park Drive \| Wilmington, DE 19802 \| (302) 571-7788 Rediscover family fun at the nearby Brandywine Zoo, Delaware's only zoo. Covering 13 acres and open year round, the Brandywine Zoo is home to 150 animals including the exotic Siberian tiger, Golden Lion Tamarins, playful river otters, Florida bobcat, burrowing owls, and the world's largest rodent, the capybara.

	Christiana Mall 132 Christiana Mall \| Newark, Delaware 19702 \| (302) 731-9815 Christiana Mall caters to every customer by offering a mix of your favorite retailers including Macy's and Nordstrom. Shop 'til you drop, then reenergize with one of Christiana Mall's many delicious dining options.

	Delaware Park 777 Delaware Park Blvd \| Wilmington, DE 19804 \| (302) 994-2521 Our Delaware Park hotel is just a short drive from all the action of the Delaware Park Racetrack & Slots. Visit nearby Delaware Park to enjoy the thrills of horse-racing, spend a leisurely day on the golf course or try your luck at the casino.

	University of Delaware 150 S College Ave \| Newark, DE 19716 \| (302) 831-2805 Our University of Delware hotel is the perfect place to stay when you're visiting the University of Delaware. Located right off of I-95, Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel is just a quick drive from the main Newark, DE campus.

	DuPont Theatre 1007 N Market St \| Wilmington, DE 19801 \| (302) 656-4401 Nicknamed “Delaware’s Broadway Experience,” the DuPont theatre is the perfect venue for an entertaining night out with friends or family. The historic theatre offers a six-show professional Broadway series as well as an acclaimed Children’s Series.

	Longwood Gardens 1001 Longwood Road \| Kennett Square, PA 19348 \| (610) 388-1000 Explore the natural splendor of Longwood Gardens including a four-acre conservatory and outdoor gardens spanning 1,077 acres featuring exotic plants and flowers from around the world. Join in on the family friendly events including live musical performances and fireworks & fountain shows.

	Nemours Mansion and Gardens 850 Alapocas Dr \| Wilmington, DE 19803 \| (302) 651-6912 Open May 1 - December 30, Nemours Mansion and Gardens offers a breathtaking setting for a day in Wilmington, DE. Step back in time and enjoy an enriching guided tour of this historic mansion and opulent gardens.

	Winterthur Museum and Gardens 5105 Kennett Pike (Route 52) \| Winterthur, DE 19735 \| (800) 448-3883 Visit the premier museum of American decorative arts, with a collection of nearly 90,000 objects made or used in America between about 1640 and 1860. Set amongst a 1,000-acre preserve, Winterthur also features a stunning 60-acre naturalistic garden.

	Hagley Museum 200 Hagley Creek Rd \| Wilmington, DE 19807 \| (302) 658-2400 Located on 235 acres along the banks of the Brandywine, Hagley is the site of the gunpowder works founded by E. I. du Pont in 1802. Discover the restored mills, a workers' community, and the ancestral home and gardens of the famous du Pont family.

	Brandywine River Museum 1 Hoffman's Mill Rd \| Chadds Ford, PA 19317 \| (610) 388-2700 Nestled in a 19th-century grist mill, the Brandywine River Museum exhibits a world class collection of American art. Explore works by three generations of Wyeths and a fine collection of American illustration, still life and landscape painting in a unique setting.