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  1. Wilmington ( Lenape: Paxahakink /Pakehakink) [4] is the largest city in the U.S. state of Delaware. The city was built on the site of Fort Christina, the first Swedish settlement in North America. It lies at the confluence of the Christina River and Brandywine Creek, near where the Christina flows into the Delaware River.

  2. Jun 17, 2024 · Wilmington, largest city in Delaware, U.S., and seat of New Castle county, located at the influx of the Christina River and Brandywine Creek into the Delaware River. It is the state’s industrial, financial, and commercial center and main port. Learn more about Wilmington, including its history.

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    • Enjoy the Scenery and Grab a Bite on the Riverwalk. Wilmington's Riverwalk is a 1.75-mile path that follows the bank of the Christina River, right in the heart of Wilmington.
    • See How the Other Half Live at Nemours Estate. You'll be hard-pressed to find a more unique and ornate mansion than Nemours Estate. Once home to industrialist Alfred I. duPont, this historic estate is both vast (it's set on 200 acres) and opulent.
    • Unwind in the Gardens at Mount Cuba Center. It's impossible to feel stressed when visiting Mount Cuba Center, especially if you arrive on a warm, sunny day.
    • Become One with Nature at the DuPont Environmental Education Center. The DuPont Environmental Education Center (DEEC) lies at one of the most interesting intersections in Wilmington.
  3. Jun 22, 2024 · Like its counterpart in North Carolina, Delaware’s Wilmington is bolstered by its riverfront location. Both the Delaware River and Christina River run through the city; the later provides a gorgeous backdrop for a meandering 1.3-mile pedestrian Riverwalk.

  4. Plan your trip to Wilmington, Delaware today with our detailed information on hotels, events, restaurants and things to do. Order a free visitors guide!

  5. Latest News. Wilmington Issues Weekly Traffic and Travel Advisory for Special Events, Street Repaving, Other Construction or Repair Projects Keep Reading. Wilmington Police Department, Wilmington Fire Department Celebrate Graduation of Youth Public Safety Academy Keep Reading.

  6. Wilmington is located 30 minutes south of Philadelphia, mid-point between New York and Washington DC. Because Wilmington is right in the middle of it all, the city boasts excellent connections to the region as well as to national and international destinations from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), Wilmington Airport (ILG), Amtrak ...