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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.
Tis' the Season
Make it Merry & BrightFeatured Events
Jazz Age Illustration
- Nov 20, 2024 - Jan 26, 2025
- Delaware Art Museum
Permian Monsters
- Nov 21, 2024 - May 11, 2025
- Delaware Museum of Nature and Science
Holidays at Brandywine
- Nov 20, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
- Brandywine Museum of Art
Noël at Nemours Estate
- Nov 20, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
- Nemours Estate
A Longwood Christmas
- Nov 22, 2024 - Jan 12, 2025
- Longwood Gardens
Yuletide at Winterthur
- Nov 23, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025
- Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library
Holidays at Hagley
- Nov 29, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
- Hagley Museum and Library
HOLIDAY LIGHTS EXPRESS
- Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
- Wilmington & Western Railroad
Family Fun for the Holidays
Sensory-Friendly Access Hours: Brandywine Railroad
- Brandywine Museum of Art
- Nov 20, 2024 - Jan 2, 2025
Breakfast with the Trains
- Brandywine Museum of Art
- Nov 24, 2024 - Jan 4, 2025
Santa Claus Express
- Wilmington & Western Railroad
- Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 23, 2024
Meet and Greet with Santa
- Riverwalk Mini Golf
- Dec 5, 2024 - Dec 19, 2024
Little Farm Petting Zoo
- Riverwalk Mini Golf
- Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 21, 2024
Go Tell It
- Dec 13, 2024 - Dec 14, 2024
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Passport this Holiday Season
The Brandywine Treasure Trail Passport is like giving 12 gifts in one. It provides a summer of fun with access to the top Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley attractions. Starting at $49.
Top Area Attractions
As Seen on "Travels With Darley"
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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
Adventure Awaits: Explore the Permian Monsters Exhibit at the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science
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Step back 290 million years to a time before dinosaurs roamed the Earth with the Delaware Museum of Nature and Science’s…
Experience a Colonial Christmas Inside Greater Wilmington’s Historic Towns
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Step back in time and embrace the nostalgia of the holiday season in Greater Wilmington’s historic, colonial towns. As…
Enjoy Historic New Castle’s Annual Spirit of Christmas Celebration
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If you’re visiting the Wilmington and Brandywine Valley area this holiday season, be sure to add a visit to Historic New…
Stories to inspire your Greater Wilmington getaway
Weeknight Specials to Keep Your Calendar and Wallet Full in Wilmington & the Brandywine Valley
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Weekly specials are just the ticket for affordable fun.. I used to be the kind of guy who believed I had to dine out on weekends…
Singing the Praises of Autumn's Tasty Bounty
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These new restaurants are perfectly suited to a fall foodie exploration In Greater Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley, spring is…
The Brandywine Restaurant Transforms into Brandywine Brasserie
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Wilmington's dining scene is about to get a vibrant, refreshed addition. The Brandywine Restaurant, located at 2000…
Stories to inspire your Greater Wilmington getaway
Discover Two Must-See Art Exhibitions in Wilmington, Delaware This Fall
Over the fall and winter holidays, there are two Wilmington exhibitions you won’t want to miss. And since they are only 5…
Jazz Age Murals Bring Wilmington’s Streets to Life
The Delaware Art Museum has partnered once again with District 8 Councilperson Nathan Field to launch a striking new mural project…
Discover the Art of Brandan Henry at Wilmington’s Mezzanine Gallery: A Journey Through “Ebon Solus”
For art enthusiasts and those looking to immerse themselves in culture, Wilmington, Delaware, offers a compelling destination this…