Forty Acres Travel Guide
Wilmington
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Popular places to visit
Wilmington Riverwalk
After visiting Wilmington Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library
You can study the exhibits at Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Grand Opera House
Get tickets for a show at Grand Opera House, a popular theatre in Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Hagley Museum and Library
You can study the exhibits at Hagley Museum and Library, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Brandywine Creek State Park
You can take time to visit Brandywine Creek State Park during your travels to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Delaware Art Museum
You can study the exhibits at Delaware Art Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Forty Acres
Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
"It was the perfect night stop before we headed on our road trip!"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Quality Inn Newark - Wilmington
"Upon arrival our checkin was probably the only thing that went smoothly. The hallways smelled of wacky weed and the carpet was filthy. The room itself had broken furniture and the bathtub/shower was peeling. As we arrived later and were leaving early a cancellation was not available. We definitly ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport
"The property was phenomenal and the staff were great"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Quality Hotel Philadelphia Airport
"This is horrible! There were no towels in the room, the ceiling leaked, the phone in the room did not work, the ac for most of the hotel did not work, and the whole place smelled like weed. I would not stay here even for the price."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
"Place was great clean, parking was great, breakfast was great"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport
"The starbucks bar was not staffed. Hotel is showing some maintenance wear. Carpets in room, around windows. But bed was comfy, room quiet, and spacious."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Forty Acres
Riverfront
Unique features of Riverfront include the restaurants and river views. Make a stop by DuPont Environmental Education Center or Delaware Sports Hall of Fame while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Wilmington
Unique features of Downtown Wilmington include the bars and theatres. Make a stop by Grand Opera House or World Cafe Live at the Queen while you're exploring the area.
South Wilmington
If you're spending some time in South Wilmington, Chase Fieldhouse and Eden Park are top sights worth seeing.
Hilltop
While Hilltop may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World Cafe Live at the Queen and Grand Opera House.
Cool Spring
While there might not be top attractions in Cool Spring, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Brandywine Zoo and The Playhouse on Rodney Square.
