What to do in Dover, DE

Activities, attractions and tours

Delaware featuring a lake or waterhole
Delaware showing a lake or waterhole
Delaware featuring farmland
Dover
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair

Places to Visit in Dover

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What to do in Dover

Discover the most popular places to visit in Dover

Dover International Speedway

Dover International Speedway

Catch an event at Dover International Speedway during your trip to Dover. Add the area's casinos or shops to your travel plans.

Dover International Speedway
Delaware State Capitol

Delaware State Capitol

Delaware State Capitol is just one of the places to see in Dover, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or casinos to your travel plans.

Delaware State Capitol
Old State House

Old State House

You can browse the exhibits at Old State House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Dover. Add the area's shops or casinos to your travel plans.

Old State House
John Dickinson Plantation

John Dickinson Plantation

You can spend time studying the exhibits at John Dickinson Plantation during your trip to Little Creek. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

John Dickinson Plantation

Dover Downs Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Dover Downs Casino during your visit to Dover? Add the area's shops or casinos to your travel plans.

Dover Downs Casino

Delaware State University

Walk around the campus at Delaware State University during your stay in Dover. Add the area's casinos or shops to your travel plans.

Delaware State University

Dover Mall

During your visit to Dover, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Dover Mall. While you're in the area, find time to visit its casinos.

Dover Mall

Bayhealth Hospital

If Bayhealth Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Dover.

Bayhealth Hospital

Firefly Music Festival

After visiting Firefly Music Festival, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dover. Visit the shops and casinos in this family-friendly area.

Firefly Music Festival

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dover worth visiting?
Renowned for its distilleries and craft breweries and culture, discovering awesome things to do in Dover is easy. Make sure to add Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Dover?
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge and Air Mobility Command Museum are two great places to start your adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Dover while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Dover?
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge is one of the top tourist attractions in Dover and deserves a place on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Dover?
You can easily tour popular attractions like Air Mobility Command Museum, John Dickinson Plantation and Museum of Small Town Life with a three-day stay in Dover. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to do and see nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Milford.
What are some activities to do in Dover with kids?
Deciding what to do in Dover with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with little ones or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Dover for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or adventure seeker, there are loads of things to do in Dover for adults including Delaware State Capitol and Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village.
Are there free things to do in Dover?
In Dover, John Dickinson Plantation is an unmissable spot for anyone looking to experience the city without opening their wallet. Also, stroll around the local parks and neighbourhoods, and speak with a local tour guide. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Dover.