Wilmington Riverwalk, Wilmington (must see)
The Wilmington Riverwalk is a 1.3-mile walking path along the Christina River. It begins at the Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park and travels to the DuPont Environmental Education Center. There are many benches along the walk for those who need to take a rest. Tourists are also welcome to sit at the Hare Pavilion, which is located at the midpoint of the riverwalk.
The walk offers access to the Riverfront attractions. Some of these include the Frawley Stadium, a minigolf course, the Russell W. Peterson Wildlife Refuge, the Delaware Children's Museum, the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame and an IMAX theater. There are also numerous places to eat and shop.
Nature is abundant along the Riverwalk. Along with the aquatic wildlife from the Christina River, those walking on the path will see more than 5,000 trees and shrubs. They'll also view grasses, flowers and wetland plants.
The Wilmington Riverwalk is open daily from dawn to dusk.
The walk offers access to the Riverfront attractions. Some of these include the Frawley Stadium, a minigolf course, the Russell W. Peterson Wildlife Refuge, the Delaware Children's Museum, the Delaware Sports Museum and Hall of Fame and an IMAX theater. There are also numerous places to eat and shop.
Nature is abundant along the Riverwalk. Along with the aquatic wildlife from the Christina River, those walking on the path will see more than 5,000 trees and shrubs. They'll also view grasses, flowers and wetland plants.
The Wilmington Riverwalk is open daily from dawn to dusk.
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Wilmington Riverwalk on Map
Sight Name: Wilmington Riverwalk
Sight Location: Wilmington, USA (See walking tours in Wilmington)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Wilmington, USA (See walking tours in Wilmington)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Wilmington, Delaware
Create Your Own Walk in Wilmington
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Wilmington Introduction Walking Tour
Wilmington is the largest city in Delaware. It lies at the confluence of the Brandywine and Christina Rivers. Wilmington was originally home to the Lenape people. However, the land was purchased from Chief Mattahorn by the Swedish South Company in 1638. They built Fort Christina at the mouth of what would later be called the Christina River.
The Swedish lost control of the Fort Christina... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
The Swedish lost control of the Fort Christina... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Quaker Hill and Downtown Historical Buildings
For many visitors to Delaware's Wilmington, the downtown district is the main area of interest.
Indeed, the majority of Wilmington's most distinguished attractions are found here. Steeped in history, this part of the city still carries legacy of its first Swedish settlers much as that of the du Pont family who left a great deal of mark on the town's history. Some of the key local... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Indeed, the majority of Wilmington's most distinguished attractions are found here. Steeped in history, this part of the city still carries legacy of its first Swedish settlers much as that of the du Pont family who left a great deal of mark on the town's history. Some of the key local... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles