The Grand Opera House: Wilmington's Opulent Landmark

Getting There

• Walking

  From the intersection of Market Street and 8th Street in downtown Wilmington, walk north on 8th Street for one block until you reach King Street. Turn left onto King Street and continue walking for about four blocks. The Grand Opera House will be on your right at 818 N King St. This is a free and straightforward walk.

• Public Transport

  From the Riverfront area, take the DART First State Route 10 bus towards the Wilmington Transit Center. At the Transit Center, transfer to Route 1 towards the 8th Street stop. Get off at 8th Street and King Street. Walk south on King Street for about two blocks to The Grand Opera House at 818 N King St. A single ride on DART First State bus costs $2.00.

• Driving

  From I-95 North (Baltimore and Points South): Take Exit 6 (Martin Luther King Boulevard). At the end of the ramp, turn right at the light. Go to the next light, Martin Luther King Blvd, stay in the center lane and follow to Orange Street. Turn left onto Orange Street and follow to 7th Street. Turn right onto 7th and follow into the Double Tree Hotel parking garage (intersection of King Street, approximately 4 blocks). The Grand is located one block West of King Street, on Market Street between 8th and 9th Streets. Parking at the DoubleTree garage is available at reasonable evening rates. Street parking is free after 6 PM and on weekends.