Wilmington – Things to do with your Team

Being that it’s the largest city in the state of Delaware and has the motto “In the middle of it all,” it should come as no surprise that Wilmington is going to be a great place to visit with your team. While you’re in Delaware, you can enjoy unique experiences like seeing the sights from the rails as well as the water, visit entertaining indoor and outdoor attractions for fun in any weather, catch a movie at Penn Cinema Riverfront, and more. Also, don’t forget to experience one of Delaware’s most notable aspects before you leave: tax-free shopping!

 

Bellevue State Park

Whether your team is visiting Wilmington in the winter, spring, summer, or fall, Bellevue State Park is one of the best places to experience them all! Located on the historic estate of the Bellevue Hall Mansion, the park provides many opportunities for recreational and leisurely activities. There your team can stretch their legs as they walk and jog around the mile-long fitness track, which encircles the park’s catch-and-release fishing pond. For a more dedicated workout experience they can also check out the nearby exercise trail. If you’re all feeling a bit adventurous during your visit to Bellevue State Park, consider exploring some of the park’s hiking trails leading to other secluded areas of the estate. Bellevue State Park is a delightful place to have a picnic with your group as well with tables conveniently dotted throughout the park and pavilions that can be reserved for larger groups. 800 Carr Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809

 

Delaware Children’s Museum

If you’re traveling with a younger team, why not bring them someplace where they’re not only having fun, but also discovering more about the worlds of science, math, and technology? At the Delaware Children’s Museum, the first of its kind in the state, the young ones in your group will be enjoying themselves so much that they won’t realize they’re learning at the same time. Exhibits at the Delaware Children’s Museum include Stratosphere, a 30-foot climbing structure designed for kids of all ages to stretch their limits and learn new skills; Tree Pavilion, a 350 year-old Sycamore tree from Alapocas Woods in Wilmington that has been completely debarked, sanded, hollowed out, and preserved for visitors to touch, climb through, and take pictures in; Structures, an interactive exhibit where visitors can learn all about various jobs within the building industry, such as architect, structural engineer, steel worker, and designer; and many more. 550 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801

 

Wilmington & Western Railroad

Wilmington - Things to do with your Team - Travel - Hotels4TeamsTake a train ride into Delaware’s history aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad, the only operating railroad museum in the state. What was once a for-profit transportation route for freight and passengers has become one of Delaware’s leading tourist attractions, and for good reason. While on the ride, your group will be transported back to a bygone golden era when passenger trains like the one you’re aboard would roll majestically along the tracks as their steam whistles echoed off of the hills. Now in its 51st year of tourist service, the Wilmington & Western Railroad continues to delight guests of all ages as it will you and your team. 2201 Newport Gap Pike, Wilmington, DE 19808

 

The River Taxi

If your team is weary from a busy day of traveling or competing but would still like to see the sights while they’re in Wilmington, look no further than the River Taxi. This relaxing and surprisingly affordable attraction lets passengers experience Wilmington’s revitalized Riverfront from a unique perspective as they embark on a voyage down the tranquil waters of the Christina and Brandywine Rivers. All you need to do is sit back, relax, and let the captain do the navigating while you take in the view on this fun and sun-filled Wilmington experience. 815 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801

 

Daniel S. Frawley Stadium

When it comes to family-friendly entertainment, a game at Daniel S. Frawley Stadium, home of the Wilmington Blue Rocks, is sure to be a home run! Although this stadium can seat over 6,000 baseball fans and is conveniently accessible from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, it still retains a charming, small-town feel, because there’s more to Frawley Stadium than just a great game of baseball. Visitors young and old will enjoy entertaining games and contests between innings, a sizeable selection of tasty concessions, comfortable seating with great views of the field, and a fireworks display every Friday night. Before the game or on your way out, stop by the stadium’s gift shop, appropriately dubbed “The Quarry,” so that everyone in your group can bring a little piece of Frawley Stadium and the Blue Rocks back home with them. 801 Shipyard Dr, Wilmington, DE 19801

 

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Concord Mall

Take advantage of one of Delaware’s most well-known perks during your visit: tax-free shopping. One of the best places to do this is Concord Mall, Delaware’s second-largest shopping mall located just north of Wilmington. Concord Mall has over 90 stores, so pleasing the whole team won’t be an issue. The anchor stores at Concord Mall include Boscov’s, Macy’s, Macy’s Home, and Sears. When you’re done shopping to your heart’s content you can grab a quick bite to eat at the mall’s food court or one of the neighboring restaurants, or just relax for a little while by the mall’s fountain and garden area. 4737 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803

 

Penn Cinema Riverfront

Spend a night out at the movies or catch a matinee with your group at Penn Cinema Riverfront. One of Wilmington’s most popular movie theaters, Penn Cinema Riverfront features IMAX presentations, recliner seats, and a concession stand that also serves alcohol. Penn Cinema Riverfront hosts special events as well, like Summer Kids Camp, where families and group with young children can see last year’s popular hits as well as some all-time family favorites for a discounted price. 401 S Madison St, Wilmington, DE 19801

 

Axxiom Escape Rooms

Wilmington - Things to do with your Team - Travel - Hotels4TeamsAt Axxiom Escape Rooms  in Wilmington your group will be put right in the middle of the action. Your adventure begins as you’re led into one of eight differently-themed rooms, wished good luck, and then locked inside. After that, it’ll be up to you and your team to work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and come up with other crafty solutions in under an hour in order to unlock the door and escape.

The escape rooms offered at Axxiom include Pharaoh’s Tomb, where you must sift your way through ancient Egyptian artifacts to find your way out; The Museum, an art heist mystery; Criminal Capture, which lets you test your investigative abilities as you try to thwart the notorious Zodiac Killer; Hogwarts, the perfect experience for Harry Potter fans that immerses you in an world of magic and wizardry; Mission: Impossible, where your group is tasked with having to diffuse a bomb, complete the mission, and get out safely; Shawshank, a prison break challenge; and Sherlock Holmes, which utilizes a variety of tricky puzzles, clues, and other mind-bending challenges that is sure to send your whole team into a permanent state of confusion! Each room has a different level of difficulty, so if it’s your first time playing an escape game opt for a less-difficult room like Pharaoh’s Tomb or The Museum. 1708 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810

 

As the largest city in state that neighbors Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, Wilmington truly is “in the middle of it all.” While you could visit some of the sights in some of these other states if you have the time, you won’t need or want to. Wilmington has a variety of great things to see and do with your team during your stay.