Party Bus Lancaster makes it easy to arrange group transportation across the Wilmington area — from riverfront concert nights at The Queen to corporate shuttles between the Chase Center and downtown hotels. Book Sprinter vans, minibuses, party buses, and full-size charter buses with an all-inclusive quote in minutes. Call 223-365-4360 to get started today!
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Party Bus Lancaster has been coordinating group transportation across the Lancaster–Wilmington corridor since 2011 — and in that time we've handled everything from prom night runs up I-95 to multi-day wedding shuttles looping between Greenville estates and the Hotel du Pont. We know the Brandywine Valley, we know where traffic on the Blue Route backs up on a Friday evening, and we know the difference between a group that needs a 15-passenger minibus for a birthday dinner in Trolley Square and a group that needs a 56-passenger charter bus for a corporate conference moving between the Chase Center and Christiana Mall.
Our reservation team is available 24/7/365, so there's always a real person to help you finalize headcounts, adjust pickup windows, or talk through your itinerary. Every quote is all-inclusive — you'll see the exact price before you commit, with no surprises. We offer a massive variety of vehicles, which means you never pay for seats you don't actually need.
Whatever brings your group together in Wilmington, we have a vehicle and a plan ready. Call 223-365-4360 any time, or use our online tool for an instant price in under 30 seconds.
Our network of vehicles covers every group size arriving in or departing from Wilmington — Sprinter vans and 14-passenger Sprinter limos for VIP transfers and small parties, 15- to 50-passenger party buses for celebrations, 15- to 35-passenger minibuses for corporate shuttles and wedding loops, and 40- to 56-passenger charter buses for large-scale events and field trips. Call 223-365-4360 to find your fit.
For groups who want the celebration to start on the ride over, our 15- to 50-passenger party buses come loaded: full-length bar, color-changing LED cabin lighting, premium Bluetooth sound, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating with an open floor area in the center. Minibuses keep things comfortable and efficient — powerful A/C and plush reclining seats, ideal for wedding shuttles or corporate runs between the Amtrak station and downtown venues. Full-size charter buses step it up further with reclining seats, overhead storage, WiFi, power outlets at every row, onboard restrooms, and deep undercarriage bays for luggage, equipment, or gear.
ADA-accessible vehicles are available across our fleet — just mention your needs when you book.
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Party bus and charter bus rental prices in Wilmington depend on vehicle size, how long you need the bus, your pickup location, and the date. As a general guide: 14-passenger Sprinter limos run $170–$344/hour; 15–20 passenger party buses run $204–$378/hour; 20–30 passenger party buses run $244–$414/hour; 35–50 passenger party buses and minibuses run $294–$490/hour; and 40–56 passenger charter buses run $150–$300/hour or $1,200–$2,500/day. Weekend rates and busy dates — graduation weekends in May and June, New Year's Eve, and Phillies or Eagles playoff runs that send Wilmington bar crowds into overdrive — run higher than weekday equivalents.
Every quote from Party Bus Lancaster is all-inclusive, with the exact price visible before you ever book. Call 223-365-4360 for a free quote, or use the online tool for instant pricing.
| Type of Bus | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Passenger Sprinter Limo | $170 – $318+ | $219 – $344+ | $1,526 – $3,113+ |
| Sprinter Van Rental | $187 – $273+ | $218 – $366+ | $1,395 – $2,748+ |
| 15 Passenger Party Bus | $204 – $330+ | $241 – $312+ | $1,396 – $2,817+ |
| 18 Passenger Party Bus | $266 – $330+ | $268 – $378+ | $2,121 – $2,563+ |
| 20 Passenger Party Bus | $244 – $338+ | $268 – $340+ | $1,939 – $2,796+ |
| 25 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $326+ | $265 – $360+ | $1,827 – $2,854+ |
| 28 Passenger Party Bus | $255 – $337+ | $279 – $351+ | $2,147 – $2,653+ |
| 30 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $374+ | $318 – $414+ | $2,331 – $3,021+ |
| 40 Passenger Party Bus | $297 – $338+ | $321 – $478+ | $2,297 – $3,473+ |
| 50 Passenger Party Bus | $294 – $441+ | $337 – $490+ | $2,173 – $4,043+ |
| 15–35 Passenger Minibus | $113 – $246+ | $147 – $261+ | $1,098 – $2,105+ |
| 40–56 Passenger Charter Bus | $158 – $327+ | $162 – $348+ | $1,331 – $2,841+ |
| Rates vary by trip length, travel dates, passenger count, amenities, and availability. Use our online quote form or call 223-365-4360 for exact pricing. | |||
We have been coordinating group transportation across the Lancaster–Wilmington corridor since 2011, and the reason groups keep coming back is simple: one call covers everything. You tell us the headcount, the pickup address, the destination, and the time — and we handle the rest. No juggling multiple rideshares while half your group waits on Market Street.
No arguing about who draws the short straw and stays sober. No hunting for Wilmington's metered parking at 11 p.m. after a show at The Queen.
We offer all-inclusive pricing online in under 30 seconds — the number you see is the number you pay. Our 24/7/365 reservation team can work through any itinerary, from a single airport pickup at Philadelphia International to a fleet of charter buses shuttling conference attendees between the Chase Center on Wilmington's waterfront and hotels along the Concord Pike corridor. We offer a massive variety of vehicles, meaning you never pay for seats you do not actually need.
ADA-accessible vehicles are always available upon request. The entire Brandywine Valley, the I-95 corridor, and Greater Philadelphia are within easy reach — call 223-365-4360 to book your Wilmington bus rental today.
Party Bus Lancaster handles group transportation for every occasion across Wilmington and the surrounding Delaware Valley. From airport pickups and corporate shuttles to wedding loops, prom nights, brewery crawls through Trolley Square, and game-day runs up I-95 — whatever brings your group together, we have a bus and a plan. Call 223-365-4360 to get started.
Most Wilmington groups flying in or out use Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) (8000 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153), about 25 miles northeast via I-95 North — a 30- to 40-minute drive in normal conditions that turns into a 60-plus-minute crawl on a Friday afternoon or during a Phillies home game at Citizens Bank Park. Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) (7035 Elm Rd, Baltimore, MD 21240) sits about 65 miles southwest and works well for groups flying Southwest. Wilmington Airport (ILG) at 1740 Terminal Dr handles limited regional service and is the closest to downtown — roughly 10 minutes from the Chase Center.
For PHL pickups, your group gathers in baggage claim, and the bus moves from the waiting area to the curbside commercial zone once everyone is together with luggage — do not call for the bus until your full party is assembled. Skip the rideshare surge, the separate cab fares, and the I-95 merge anxiety. A Wilmington airport shuttle bus keeps everyone in one vehicle from the terminal curb to wherever you need to be.
Call 223-365-4360 to coordinate your airport transfer.
Wilmington's bar and nightlife scene is compact enough to hit multiple stops in one night without crossing county lines. Trolley Square — the stretch of Delaware Avenue between Scott Street and DuPont Street — packs bars, restaurants, and live-music spots into a walkable district where on-street parking disappears by 9 p.m. on weekends. Popular stops include Stoney's British Pub (3007 Delaware Ave), Kelly's Logan House (1701 Delaware Ave, Wilmington, DE 19806), and downtown spots like Lula Brazil on Market Street for a late-night dance floor.
For groups that want to extend the night into Philadelphia — Fishtown, South Street, or the Rittenhouse area bars — a Wilmington party bus rental handles the 30-minute I-95 run in style, with a full bar, LED lighting, and a Bluetooth sound system keeping the energy up from the first pickup to last call. No one draws straws to stay sober, and no one pays surge pricing at 2 a.m. Call 223-365-4360 to plan your night.
A birthday party bus in Wilmington turns the ride itself into part of the event — color-changing cabin lights, a custom playlist running through the sound system, and everyone together from the first pickup. Whether the celebration is heading to dinner at Piccolo Italy in the Trolley Square area, bowling at Bowlero Newark (350 New Park Dr, Newark, DE 19702), or a milestone dinner at Harry's Savoy Grill (2020 Naamans Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810), a 15- to 30-passenger party bus keeps the energy rolling between stops.
For quinceañera celebrations with larger guest lists, a 40- to 56-passenger charter bus moves the whole family between the church ceremony, photo locations at Brandywine Creek State Park, and the reception hall without splitting anyone into multiple cars. We match the vehicle to your headcount so you never pay for seats you do not use. Call 223-365-4360 to book a Wilmington birthday bus rental.
Wilmington's live music scene punches well above its size. The Queen (500 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801) is the heart of the downtown music corridor — a 500-capacity venue on North Market Street where street parking evaporates on show nights and the surrounding blocks go permit-only. Rodney Square hosts outdoor festivals and free summer concerts that flood North King Street well before showtime.
For larger productions, groups often travel 30 minutes north to the Fillmore Philadelphia or 45 minutes to the Wells Fargo Center (3601 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148), where parking runs $30–$45 and rideshare surge pricing after a stadium show can double your return fare.
A Wilmington concert bus rental picks your group up, drops everyone at the door, and waits for when the encore ends — no splitting across multiple Ubers, no negotiating surge fares at midnight. For stadium shows at the Wells Fargo Center or Lincoln Financial Field, a charter bus covers the I-95 run in one move. Call 223-365-4360 to arrange your show-night transportation.
Wilmington is Delaware's financial capital — a city where major banking and legal institutions fill the downtown skyline, and corporate events at the Chase Center on the Riverfront (815 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801) regularly move hundreds of attendees between the venue, hotels on the Concord Pike corridor, and Amtrak's Wilmington Station (100 S French St, Wilmington, DE 19801). The Riverfront's surface parking fills fast for large events, and the paid garages along Justison Street close after capacity on conference days.
A Wilmington corporate bus rental takes the parking headache off the table entirely. Whether you're shuttling executives from the Hotel du Pont (11th and Market) to a boardroom in the Brandywine Corporate Center, running a continuous loop between Amtrak and your conference registration desk, or moving a team of 50 down I-95 to a Philadelphia off-site, we build the route around your schedule. WiFi and power outlets on board mean the commute time is working time.
Call 223-365-4360 for corporate group rates and fleet availability.
Family reunions, church retreats, milestone anniversaries, and large group outings all move more smoothly on one bus than a caravan of cars navigating unfamiliar Wilmington streets. The Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19735) draws large group visits for its estate gardens, but Route 52 through Centerville is narrow and parking at the museum is limited for oversized vehicles — a 35-passenger minibus solves both problems in one booking. The Delaware Children's Museum (550 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801) on the Riverfront works well for family and school groups, with bus drop-off right on Justison Street before the bus waits at the nearby surface lot.
When Wilmington's Irish Festival at Brandywine Creek State Park or the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival on Rodney Square draws big crowds each summer, parking becomes a full-contact sport. A party bus or charter bus drops your group at the event entrance and picks everyone up when the closing act ends — no circling, no lot fees, no 20-minute hike from overflow parking. Call 223-365-4360 to talk through your event details.
Prom season in New Castle County runs late April through late May, with high schools across Wilmington, Newark, Pike Creek, and the Brandywine school district all scheduling within a tight six-week window. Demand for party buses spikes sharply, and availability at reasonable rates is gone by February for the most popular dates. A typical prom package for 20–30 students — school pickup, pre-prom photos at Rockford Park or the Delaware Art Museum grounds, venue drop-off at a banquet hall or hotel ballroom, and after-party return — runs $1,600–$2,100 when booked four to five months ahead, and $2,500–$3,200 or more on short notice.
For prom: book by December or expect premium pricing or no availability.
Party Bus Lancaster coordinates with parent committees and student groups across New Castle County to confirm headcounts, route the pickup sequence, and keep the night on schedule. Call 223-365-4360 today to lock in your date.
Teachers and group coordinators across New Castle County trust Party Bus Lancaster for reliable student transportation on field trips, academic competitions, and athletic travel. The Delaware Museum of Nature & Science (4840 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19807) — reopened at its Greenville location — is one of the most-requested field trip destinations in the region, with bus drop-off along Kennett Pike before the bus waits at the museum's adjacent lot. The Delaware Art Museum (2301 Kentmere Pkwy, Wilmington, DE 19806) accommodates school groups with advance reservations and has dedicated bus unloading on Kentmere Parkway.
Private charter buses give students a major comfort upgrade over yellow school buses — climate-controlled cabins, overhead storage for backpacks and lunch bags, TV monitors for educational programming on the ride, and onboard restrooms on full-size coaches for longer drives. We make it easy to request the right vehicle size for your student count, confirm the pickup logistics, and keep your group on schedule. ADA-accessible buses are available with advance notice.
Call 223-365-4360 to arrange Wilmington school field trip transportation.
Wilmington's location between Philadelphia and Baltimore means fan groups are constantly running up I-95 for Eagles games at Lincoln Financial Field (1 Lincoln Financial Field Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148), Phillies games at Citizens Bank Park (1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148), and Sixers or Flyers games at the Wells Fargo Center — all roughly 35–45 minutes north in off-peak traffic. The South Philadelphia sports complex lots fill fast on game days, rideshare pickup is routed to designated zones a walk from the gates, and I-95 southbound after a night game can add 45 minutes to the return.
Closer to home, the Frawley Stadium (801 S Madison St, Wilmington, DE 19801) — home of the Wilmington Blue Rocks — draws steady summer crowds along the Riverfront, and surface parking on South Madison Street fills before first pitch on Friday and Saturday nights. A Wilmington charter bus rental drops your group at the gate and picks everyone up when the final out is recorded — the whole game-day experience without the parking scramble. Call 223-365-4360 to book your sporting event transportation.
The Brandywine Valley is one of the most sought-after wedding corridors on the East Coast, and a Wilmington wedding shuttle makes all the difference when your ceremony is at a historic estate and the reception is downtown — or when out-of-town guests are flying into PHL and need a smooth connection to the Hotel du Pont (42 W 11th St, Wilmington, DE 19801) or hotels along the Concord Pike. Popular venues like Winterthur (5105 Kennett Pike), Rockwood Park (4651 Washington St Extension), and the Delaware Art Museum are beautiful and logistically specific — narrow estate roads, limited guest parking, and timed vendor windows that leave no room for coordination chaos.
A 14-passenger Sprinter limo handles the bridal party run on the wedding morning itself. Minibuses loop guests between the hotel block and the ceremony on a fixed schedule so no one navigates Centerville roads in formal wear at dusk. Party Bus Lancaster has coordinated wedding weekend transportation in the Brandywine Valley since 2011 — one point of contact, clear pickup windows, and the whole guest list delivered on time.
Call 223-365-4360 for a free wedding transportation quote.
The Brandywine Valley's wine country begins practically at Wilmington's doorstep. Penns Woods Winery (124 Beaver Valley Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317) and Chaddsford Winery (632 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317) sit 20 minutes northwest via US-202, with narrow two-lane roads through Chester County that are charming in a vineyard brochure and genuinely inconvenient when half the group wants a second pour. Harvest Ridge Winery (447 Upland Rd, Marydel, DE) and Nassau Valley Vineyards (32165 Winery Way, Lewes, DE 19958) extend the route further south into Delaware wine country.
A Wilmington party bus rental for a winery or brewery crawl means no designated driver negotiations, no splitting into separate cars at every tasting room, and a flat predictable rate instead of stacked rideshare fares. The bus holds coolers, stops where you want, and waits — you focus on the flights. For pub crawls through Trolley Square or Market Street, the same logic applies.
Call 223-365-4360 for a free quote on your Wilmington winery tour bus rental.
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Party Bus Lancaster serves Wilmington and the entire surrounding Delaware Valley region. Whether you need a party bus in Newark, a charter bus for a Hockessin group event, a shuttle from Lancaster to Wilmington, or transportation connecting Wilmington to Philadelphia or Baltimore — our fleet covers the whole corridor. Call 223-365-4360 for availability anywhere in the region.
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Party Bus Lancaster proudly serves Wilmington, Delaware and every nearby community across Metro Lancaster. If you don't see your city listed, call us at 223-365-4360 — we go anywhere your group needs to roll!
We needed to move a big group and this handled it beautifully. Plenty of room, a clean interior, and a ride that felt like part of the celebration rather than just getting from A to B. The booking was straightforward and they were patient with all my scheduling questions. Nobody had to skip the fun to drive. It made the whole day feel organized and special. I've already recommended it to a couple of friends.
Isolde B.
Jasper N.
Couldn't have asked for a better experience. The bus was comfortable, the sound system was excellent, and the lights got everyone going the moment we stepped on. We rode around Wilmington together and the whole night felt elevated. Booking took no time and they confirmed everything ahead so I wasn't anxious. No driving, no parking, just fun with the group. This is exactly how a night out should go. We'll be back for sure.
Katarina P.
Set this up for a group celebration and it was flawless. On time, clean, and roomy with a great atmosphere inside. We kept the party going between every stop and not one of us had to worry about getting home. The booking process was simple and the people were easy to deal with. It made coordinating everyone painless. The whole group had an incredible time and keeps bringing it up. Definitely booking again for our next big plan.
Leander G.
This made our outing so much better than it would've been otherwise. Everyone together, music playing, and a comfortable ride the whole way. We didn't have to think about parking or a designated driver, which freed us up to actually have fun. The booking was quick and clear on pricing. The bus itself was spotless and roomy. It's the kind of experience that makes you want to find another reason to do it again soon.
Wilmington party bus rental prices depend on vehicle size, the date, and how long you need the bus. As a guide: small party buses (15–20 passengers) run $204–$378/hour; mid-size (20–30 passengers) run $244–$414/hour; large party buses and minibuses (35–50 passengers) run $294–$490/hour; and full-size charter buses run $150–$300/hour or $1,200–$2,500/day. The fastest way to get an exact number for your date is to call 223-365-4360 — we provide all-inclusive pricing in under 30 seconds with no hidden costs.
Most Wilmington groups use Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), about 25 miles northeast via I-95 — the primary hub for both domestic and international flights serving the Delaware Valley. Baltimore/Washington International (BWI) is about 65 miles southwest on I-95 and works well for groups flying Southwest or Spirit. Wilmington Airport (ILG) at 1740 Terminal Dr handles limited regional service and is the most convenient for small groups — roughly 10 minutes from the Chase Center on the Riverfront.
We serve all three, and coordinate the pickup sequence based on your actual flight arrivals.
Yes. The Chase Center on the Riverfront (815 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801) has curbside drop-off available along Justison Street directly in front of the main entrance. Bus parking for longer waits is available in the adjacent Justison Street surface lots, though these fill on large conference days.
For events at the Chase Center, we confirm the current parking and staging situation for your specific date so your group is walking through the doors — not circling the Riverfront looking for a spot. We recommend reviewing the official Chase Center website before your event to check for any lot or access changes.
A charter bus or party bus up I-95 is the cleanest option for groups of 15 or more. Driving individually means 35–45 minutes each way in off-peak traffic, $30–$45 in parking per car at the South Philadelphia sports complex, and a post-game I-95 crawl that can run an hour or more. Amtrak's Wilmington Station offers frequent service to Philadelphia 30th Street Station, but groups over a dozen people can't board the same car at busy weekend departure times, and you still need transportation on both ends.
One charter bus picks the whole group up at one address, drops them at the gate or venue entrance, and waits for the post-show pickup — one flat rate, no surge pricing at midnight. Call 223-365-4360 to book your Philadelphia game-day or concert run.
Prom season (late April through late May) is the single biggest demand spike across New Castle County, with dozens of high schools scheduling within a six-week window. Spring graduation weekends in May and June come close behind. New Year's Eve and the fall Eagles and Phillies playoff seasons also fill up quickly.
For prom and graduation, book by December at the latest. For New Year's Eve, book by October. For everything else, two to three months of lead time secures the best vehicle at the best rate — though we always keep options available for last-minute bookings.
We recommend booking your Wilmington party bus or charter bus at least two to four months in advance for most events. For peak dates — prom season, graduation weekends, New Year's Eve, and major Eagles or Phillies playoff runs that spike demand across the entire Delaware Valley — book four to six months out to lock in the best vehicle and pricing. Waiting until the last minute typically means higher rates and limited vehicle choice.
The earlier you call, the better your options. Call 223-365-4360 to check availability for your date.
A Wilmington party bus itinerary can take your group across the Brandywine Valley, down the Riverfront, and all the way into Philadelphia without anyone watching the road. Here are six popular destinations we serve most often — with the logistics detail that actually matters for group travel.
Chase Center on the Riverfront (815 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801) is Wilmington's largest event venue — a 72,000-square-foot conference and entertainment space anchoring the Christina Riverfront redevelopment. It hosts major corporate conferences, trade shows, galas, concerts, and community events that draw thousands of attendees to the waterfront. Curbside drop-off runs along Justison Street, directly at the main entrance.
Surface parking on Justison and South Madison fills on high-attendance days, so a charter bus skips that scramble entirely. For conferences where guests are staying on the Concord Pike corridor, a shuttle loop between the hotels and the Chase Center is the most efficient setup. Phone: (302) 425-3929.
Frawley Stadium (801 S Madison St, Wilmington, DE 19801) sits at the southern end of the Riverfront district — a 6,500-seat minor league ballpark where the Wilmington Blue Rocks have played since 1993. The season runs April through September, with Friday and Saturday night games drawing capacity crowds and pushing surface parking on South Madison Street and the surrounding Riverfront lots to full well before first pitch. The main gate is steps from Justison Street, and a Wilmington party bus drops your group at the gate entrance before waiting on South Madison.
For fan groups combining a Blue Rocks game with dinner at the Riverfront, a minibus handles the multi-stop itinerary cleanly. Phone: (302) 888-2015.
Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (5105 Kennett Pike, Wilmington, DE 19735) — the former du Pont family estate — is one of the premier wedding, cultural, and garden tour destinations in the Mid-Atlantic. Its 1,000 acres of naturalistic gardens peak in late April and May, when the Azalea Woods draw visitor traffic that clogs Route 52 through Centerville for miles. Group tours require advance reservations through the museum's group visits office.
Bus drop-off is at the main entrance on Kennett Pike, with oversized vehicle parking coordinated with the estate in advance — Winterthur's internal road network is not built for unannounced bus arrivals. Phone: (302) 888-4600.
The Queen (500 N Market St, Wilmington, DE 19801) is Wilmington's anchor live-music venue — a 500-capacity converted theater on North Market Street that books national touring acts, regional headliners, and Wilmington's best local music nights year-round. Street parking on North Market evaporates within two blocks on show nights, and the surrounding blocks are residential permit-only after 7 p.m. The city-owned parking garage at 9th and Shipley is the nearest reliable option, about a five-minute walk from the venue's front door.
A Wilmington party bus drops your group at the Market Street entrance, no parking garage required, and waits nearby for post-show pickup. General admission tickets sell out for the most popular shows within days, so book transportation once tickets are confirmed. Phone: (302) 994-1400.
Rockford Park (W Park Dr, Wilmington, DE 19806) is the largest public park in Wilmington — 167 acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and a historic stone water tower that has served as a Brandywine Valley landmark since 1901. The park hosts summer concerts, kite festivals, and community events throughout the year, and it's the most popular outdoor photography location in the city for prom and wedding groups seeking a Brandywine Valley backdrop. On summer event weekends, West Park Drive backs up from the Delaware Avenue intersection, and parking on the surrounding residential streets fills within the first 30 minutes of event opening.
Bus drop-off is on West Park Drive near the main lawn entrance. Phone: (302) 577-7020.
Chaddsford Winery (632 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA 19317) sits 20 minutes northwest of Wilmington via US-202 North — the flagship estate winery of the Brandywine Valley, operating since 1982 with a tasting room, event space, and vineyard tours available year-round. Weekend tastings fill up by reservation, and the parking lot along Baltimore Pike is modest for the volume of visitors the winery draws on summer and fall Saturdays. A Wilmington winery tour bus rental takes the group out of Wilmington, parks for the duration of the tasting, and rolls back to the city without anyone watching the road after the third pour.
Pairing the winery with a stop at Penns Woods in Chadds Ford or heading south toward Delaware wine country makes for a full-day itinerary the bus handles cleanly. Phone: (610) 388-6221.