Tax-Free Shopping Getaway to Wilmington

mom and daughter shoppingImagine a girls or family getaway filled with tons of tax-free shopping at your favorite stores. It’s time to turn your dreams into reality by paying a visit to the greater Wilmington area, where ZERO sales tax equals tremendous savings.

Buy much more for less when you shop in Delaware, home to high-end boutiques, trendy retail outlets, sprawling farmers markets and massive shopping malls, just minutes from downtown Wilmington.

Black Friday is just around the corner – the perfect time to pick up those big ticket items you’ve been pining for all year. Here’s a guide to your weekend Wilmington, DE getaway for some serious retail therapy.

Weekend getaway of tax-free shopping in Wilmington

  • Christiana Mall – The Apple store in the Christiana Mall sells more iPhones than any other outlet, and for good reason. If you’ve been hankering for the latest iPhone edition and want to save some cash on taxes, head to the state’s largest mall, which is conveniently situated halfway between Newark and Wilmington, DE. The Christiana Mall is ideally located for a weekend shopping trip, whether you live in New Jersey, Maryland, New York or Pennsylvania. Browse hotspots like Anthropologie, Brookstone, J. Crew, Kiehls, Pottery Barn, Macy’s, LUSH, Swarovski, Williams Sonoma and Urban Outfitters and take advantage of seasonal sales.
  • Tanger Outlets Rehoboth Beach – Featuring more than 150 brand-name outlets, this is the place to go for some amazing Black Friday deals. Check their website for extra savings coupons before heading over to 36470 Seaside Outlet Drive. Discover super deep discounts on designers you love like Tommy Hilfiger, BCBG, Guess and Nine West or find great deals on children’s wear at OshKosh B’Gosh.
  • Artisanal spirits & wines – Explore charming family-operated vineyards for tastings and tax-free purchases along the Delaware Beer, Wine & Spirits Trail that features four local wineries and a handful of brewpubs and artisanal distilleries. Boasting gorgeous countryside and rustic charm, Pizzadili Vineyard and Winery and Harvest Ridge are sublime settings for a wine aficionado’s weekend retreat.
  • Museum Shopping – The region’s numerous museums are an excellent bet for one-of-kind gifts. The Winterthur Museum store is brimming with unique coffee table books, garden accessories and home decor items, and the Delaware Art Museum features a first-rate store for quirky finds including vases, jewelry, retro cards, artsy posters and other treasures.

Enjoy NO sales tax all-year long

A weekend shopping escape to Delaware gives you the opportunity to experience the fine dining, beautiful scenery, family-centric attractions and vibrant culture of the state – just some of the compelling reasons to call Wilmington, DE home.

The master-planned community of Darley Green is a collection of luxurious Delaware condos and townhomes in the Claymont Renaissance District – less than five minutes from Wilmington. Whether you’re looking for a 2-bedroom or a 3-bedroom move-in ready home, rest assured you’ll find a floorplan, features and amenities that perfectly suit your needs and desires.

To learn more about financial assistance for first-time homebuyers, or to schedule a tour, please call 302.472.7200 to speak with a Montchanin Builders sales representative.