Newark, Delaware Area Attractions

White Clay Creek State Park Riverfront Wilmington Iron Hill Museum Goodstay Gardens Christiana Mall

Historic sites and breathtaking beauty envelope the Ramada Newark/Wilmington. Enjoy awesome attractions just a few miles from our Newark, Delaware hotel such as White Clay Creek State Park and Cooch’s Bridge.

In addition, there are many more attractions in nearby Maryland like Millburn Orchards and Sinking Springs Herb Farm. Learn more about these and other fun Newark, Delaware area things to do from the list below.

White Clay Creek State Park. Outstanding outdoor activities can be found in abundance at White Clay Creek State Park. Make a day of it in the Carpenter Recreation Area. Explore the White Clay Creek Preserve. Hike along one of many tranquil trails. Or, just while away the hours fishing in the creek. For more information, visit www.destateparks.com/wccsp/.

Cooch’s Bridge. Take a quick history lesson at Cooch’s Bridge. This famous bridge was the setting for Delaware’s only Revolutionary War battle. It’s also the spot where America’s first flag was first displayed. For more information, visit www.revolutionaryday.com/usroute202/coochs/default.htm.  [Top]

Riverfront Wilmington. Nearby Wilmington, Delaware boasts a must-see riverfront section that will appeal to visitors of all interests. Discover everything from art galleries and outlet shops, to restaurants and the Wilmington Blue Rocks baseball team, the Single-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. For more information, visit www.riverfrontwilm.com/.

Historic New Castle. Venture back in time with a visit to historic New Castle. Stroll the quaint cobblestone streets. Learn about the town’s three centuries of history at the New Castle Historical Society’s three museums. Tour the many historic buildings. For more information, visit www.newcastlecity.net/.   [Top]

Iron Hill Museum. History and science buffs will be drawn to the Iron Hill Museum where they can get the inside scoop on the people and events that have influenced Newark, Delaware’s Iron Hill Region. Run by the Delaware Academy of Science, the Museum covers pre-history to modern times. For more information, visit www.ironhillmuseum.org/.

Milburn Orchards. Across the border in Elkton, Maryland, Milburn Orchards is a fruit lover’s paradise. Savor cherries in June. Relish peaches, blackberries, raspberries and grapes in July and August. Delight in apples in September and pumpkins from mid-September through the end of October. For more information, visit www.milburnorchards.com/.  [Top]

Goodstay Gardens. Experience the peak of tranquility and beauty at Goodstay Gardens, one of Delaware’s oldest gardens. This Tudor-style oasis is known for its woodland garden and circular reflecting pool. For more information, visit www.visitdelaware.com/attraction.htm?a=128/

Sinking Springs Herb Farm. It’s not every day that you get to tour an 18th century provincial plantation house that’s made entirely of logs. Take a trip to Sinking Springs Herb Farm in Elkton, Maryland and while you're there, you will have a chance to explore acres of beautiful herb gardens and enjoy a naturally-prepared lunch you won’t soon forget. For more information, visit www.sinkingsprings.com/.  [Top]

Christiana Mall. One mile from our Newark, Delaware hotel you’ll encounter Christiana Mall. Enjoy tax-free shopping at more than 130 name-brand stores that range from Coach and Banana Republic, to Ann Taylor and Williams Sonoma. For more information, visit www.shopchristianamall.com/html/index13.asp.

Delaware Casinos. Delaware delivers Las Vegas and Atlantic City-style casinos that make their home in three different racetracks-Dover Downs, Delaware Park and Harrington Raceway. Experience thousands of traditional slot machines plus machines that offer video poker, video Keno and video blackjack. For more information, visit www.delawarecasinos.com/.  [Top]