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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.
In the News
Condé Nast TravelerFeatured Events
Wildflower Celebration Weekend
- Apr 19, 2024 - Apr 21, 2024
- Mt. Cuba Center
Festival of Fountains at Longwood
- May 9, 2024 - Sep 29, 2024
- Longwood Gardens
Wilmington Grand Prix Weekend
- May 17, 2024 - May 19, 2024
- Wilmington Grand Prix
1/2 Off Mug Mondays
- Kid Shelleen's Branmar Plaza
- Mar 18, 2024 - Jan 27, 2025
Every Leaf and Twig: Andrew Wyeth's Botanical Imagination
- Brandywine Museum of Art
- Mar 18, 2024 - Sep 15, 2024
Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled
- Brandywine Museum of Art
- Mar 18, 2024 - Jun 9, 2024
Top Area Attractions
As Seen on "Travels With Darley"
View More VideosWilmington 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.
News, Events & More
Stories to inspire your Greater Wilmington getaway
Step into Glamour: An Evening with B Michael at Winterthur
- 1 minute read
Get ready for an extraordinary evening at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, where acclaimed fashion designer B Michael will…
Spring Events are Blooming throughout Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley
- 7 minute read
Spring has begun to break through winter’s chill and that means colorful landscapes, outdoor activities and springtime…
Exploring Winterthur Museum, Gardens and Library: A Weekend of Style
- 5 minute read
The House of Style Weekend at Winterthur Museum, Garden, and Library seamlessly blends history, fashion, class, and style against…
Stories to inspire your Greater Wilmington getaway
On the Wild Side: Wilmington’s Out-of-the-Ordinary Wings
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If there was ever a single dish that didn’t really need any improvement, it just might be the Buffalo-style chicken wing…
Get the Best of Dining with a ‘Prix Fixe’ Deal
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Eating in restaurants can be a little like traveling by car: Sometimes, it’s good to be the driver, but on other days, you…
Shake off Winter with a Brisk Hike and Yummy Brunch
- 1 minute read
This time of year, it’s natural to feel like life is pulling everyone in different directions: Winter weather makes us…
Stories to inspire your Greater Wilmington getaway
Step into Glamour: An Evening with B Michael at Winterthur
- 1 minute read
Get ready for an extraordinary evening at Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library, where acclaimed fashion designer B Michael will…
Spring Events are Blooming throughout Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley
- 7 minute read
Spring has begun to break through winter’s chill and that means colorful landscapes, outdoor activities and springtime…
Exploring Winterthur Museum, Gardens and Library: A Weekend of Style
- 5 minute read
The House of Style Weekend at Winterthur Museum, Garden, and Library seamlessly blends history, fashion, class, and style against…