Delaware City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial panorama of Chesapeake City Maryland historic fishing town on the Chesapeake Delaware canal with private boats docked in the marina and the Chesapeake City Bridge over the back creek
Aerial view of Delaware City New Castle County, Delaware, United States. Small port town on the eastern terminus of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal with an oil refinery in the background
The Delaware River Flows Smoothly By Wilmington at Dawn
Delaware City, Delaware
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Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

3.5 out of 5
422 Delaware Ave Wilmington DE
The price is AU$217 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$217
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
this is a nice property. Clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington

Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
65 Geoffrey Dr Newark DE
The price is AU$106 per night from 3 June to 4 June
AU$106
3 June - 4 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Christiana Mall and Hale-Byrnes ...
5.6/10 (1,002 reviews)
I really wanted to give the Quality Inn a chance even after reading the poor reviews, but I really was disappointed by my stay there. This facility really needs updating, which would include a deep cleaning of the inside and outside. I received no room service during my stay so had to go to the lobby ...

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington
Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall

Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall

3 out of 5
48 Geoffrey Dr Newark DE
The price is AU$142 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$142
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,232 reviews)
Could be much cleaner. Other than that, it was ok.

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall
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Hello, welcome to our COMFY 2 BEDROOM apartment located in Wilmington Delaware.

Hello, welcome to our COMFY 2 BEDROOM apartment located in Wilmington Delaware.

Wilmington DE
Stay at this apartment in Wilmington. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Wilmington Riverwalk and Rockwood ...
Hello, welcome to our COMFY 2 BEDROOM apartment located in Wilmington Delaware.
Charming 2-bedroom cabin close to Fair Hill on horse farm

Charming 2-bedroom cabin close to Fair Hill on horse farm

Elkton MD
Stay at this cabin in Elkton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Elk Forest Wildlife Management Area and Chesland Park are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
I’ll be rebooking when coming in town to visit family. It was a nice reset for me and the horses added to the aesthetic

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Charming 2-bedroom cabin close to Fair Hill on horse farm
Chesapeake Bay House with Dock & Private Beach

Chesapeake Bay House with Dock & Private Beach

Elkton MD
Stay at this beach holiday home in Elkton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chesland Park and Elk Forest Wildlife ...
10/10 Exceptional! (184 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at this property for a girls weekend and couldn't have been happier with our experience. The home was exactly as described - clean, spacious and thoughtfully maintained. Every room was comfortable and cozy, which made it easy for our group to relax and enjoy our time together. ...

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Chesapeake Bay House with Dock & Private Beach
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Popular places to visit

Battery Park in New Castle, Delaware

Battery Park

Explore the great outdoors at Battery Park, a lovely green space in Delaware City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Battery Park

Dragon Run Park

Dragon Run Park is just one of the places to see in Delaware City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Dragon Run Park

Branch Canal

After visiting Branch Canal, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Delaware City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Branch Canal

Fort DuPont State Park

You can take time to visit Fort DuPont State Park during your travels to Delaware City. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

Fort DuPont State Park

Delaware City Historic District

You can find out about the history of Delaware City with a trip to Delaware City Historic District. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

Delaware City Historic District

1812 Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at 1812 Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Delaware City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

1812 Memorial Park