- Our list of the best things to do in Wilmington, Delaware, features the top 233 nearby activities — including 102 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Wilmington, DE has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 35 things to do within the city of Wilmington, DE , followed by 198 popular activities in nearby cities, including Philadelphia, Newark, West Chester, New Castle, Media, Middletown, Downingtown, Wayne, Elkton, Kennett Square, Malvern, North East, Chadds Ford, Hockessin, Bear, Delaware City, Chester, Drexel Hill, Valley Forge, Greenville, Wellsboro, Odessa, Winterthur and Exton
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2124 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130
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When the Eastern State Penitentiary was built in 1829 it was the largest and most expensive public structure ever built, and served as a model to over 300 other prisons of how to reform prisoners instead of punish them. Visitors can take a one-hour tour.
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The Hard Rock Café in Philadelphia offers fun, food, and music for the whole family. A themed menu, music memorabilia, and live entertainment from bands and the wait staff all make Hard Rock one of the biggest restaurant attractions in the city.
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In 1917, the National Memorial Arch, was dedicated in honor of the arrival of George Washington and his troops to Valley Forge. Standing over 60-feet high, the granite arch features bronze plaques of the Valley Forge general officers.
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The Reading Terminal Market has over 80 vendors offering groceries, handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, flowers, and more. The indoor market first opened in 1892, and at that time boasted the largest refrigeration unit in Philadelphia with 52 separate rooms having a total of a half-million cubic feet of space.
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Just a short walk from many of Philadelphia's famous landmarks, the Pennsylvania Convention Center is the venue of choice for many conventions, trade shows, and meetings. Regardless of the event, all participants will admire the works of over 50 artists and enjoy the comforts of the many amenities offered.
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1588 votes
143 South Third Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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The Independence National Historical Park features the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, Benjamin Franklin Museum, B. Free Franklin Post Office, City Tavern, Congress Hall, Great Essential Exhibit, and Independence Archeology Lab. The mile long block is where the Declaration of Independence and the United…
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A hub of delicious and authentic Chinese food, you won't go hungry when you visit Philadelphia's China Town. Food is not the only thing you can enjoy, you can also visit China Town's many attractions including the colorful Friendship Gate and the Wok and Walk tour.
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Chestnut Street between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Timed tour tickets allow visitors to see Independence Hall. In this hall, the Declaration of Independence was signed, as was the U.S. Constitution. President Lincoln's body also lay in repose within these hallow halls.
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1553 votes
1 North Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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At Independence Visitor Center, visitors can speak with knowledgeable staff to learn about the region's major museums, tours, parks, and events. The center has complimentary maps and brochures available to visitors.
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610 S. Henderson Road, King of Prussia, PA 19406
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Gulph Mills Tennis Club features six indoor well-maintained high-visibility US Open Blue courts with a viewing gallery for off-court time, full locker rooms and pro-shop. Clinics, lessons, leagues, and party-rentals are also available.