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Philadelphia Neighborhoods - Wilmington, DE and Brandywine
Similar to Philadelphia, Greater Wilmington & Brandywine Valley is midway between New York City and Washington D.C. A half-hour south of Philadelphia, Greater Wilmington & Brandywine Valley is ideally located for great suburban getaways for residents and travelers in the City of Brotherly Love.
World-class museums, mansions, and gardens, fabulous art and antique collections, gorgeous countryside, exciting attractions, award-winning hotels and restaurants, thoroughbred racing, a slots casino, championship golf courses, tennis and canoeing make Wilmington & Brandywine Valley, the most diverse suburban getaway for any city traveler or resident. With something to suit every taste and budget, Greater Wilmington, DE & Brandywine Valley will tempt even the most discriminating of palettes.
Whatever the season, Greater Wilmington & Brandywine Valley is jam-packed with wonderful things to do. Whether you visit the world-renowned museums and cultural attractions, stroll in the lush public gardens, enjoy the cultures and amazing foods, or go on an adventure through time and explore one of the great historic districts; Wilmington & Brandywine Valley will always surprise you with something new and exciting. You can have it all from dinosaurs and seashells to tall ships and more.
The rebirth of the Christina Riverfront is a new exciting feature in Brandywine Valley (Wilmington, DE). You can cruise in a water taxi or stroll the 1.2-mile landscaped and lighted Riverwalk that takes you from The Shipyard Shops - an array of outlet stores that save you 20% to 70% everyday- to the beautifully restored Amtrak station, which serves more than 700,000 passengers annually. Amtrak is an ideal option for those travelers to Philadelphia who do not have cars. They can leave from Philadelphia's beautiful 30th Street Station, and arrive in Wilmington & Brandywine Valley, in a half hour.
Wilmington was the "last stop to freedom" on the Underground Railroad. The Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park is a spot of great relaxation, named for two of the most influential people in the Underground Railroad and American History. Not too far away, The Riverfront Market offers delicious specialty foods, fresh produce, flowers and much more from a variety of vendors. Dine in or take out, but don't forget, the shopping dining and entertainment are tax free in Delaware!
So be sure to visit Greater Wilmington & Brandywine Valley during one of your visits to Philadelphia. If you decide to stay multiple nights check into the luxurious Staybridge Suites. Never leave an attraction unvisited. Be sure to take in the culture provided by the Delaware Art Museum. Whatever your tastes maybe, Greater Wilmington & Brandywine Valley has them to offer amongst the beautiful backdrop of a suburban paradise.
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