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Dover is a city in Strafford County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 29,987 at the 2010 census, the largest in the New Hampshire Seacoast region. The population was estimated at 31,153 in 2016. It is the county seat of Strafford County, and home to Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, the Woodman Institute Museum, and the Children's Museum of New Hampshire.
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1. Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 146 reviews
The Children's Museum of New Hampshire invites families to explore amazing creative exhibits that make learning fun. Discover dinosaurs, submarine, aerodynamics, brain waves, music, art, nature and more. Special area for babies and toddlers upstairs. Riverfront setting with playground, benches and picnic tables. Open year round with special events, classes, performances and workshops. Fall/Winter/Spring Hours: Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm. Summer Hours (mid-June - Labor Day): Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm.
Reviewed By Gail M
We were planning a trip to Boston's children museum. We then figured that our three-year-old might do better at a smaller and closer venue for her first museum trip. This is not a small museum. We were all thoroughly entertained with so many exhibits for younger children. It was a rainy day, so it was a bit crowded. We plan on coming back soon when it might be less crowded. Fun day!
2. Hamilton House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Shipping merchant Jonathan Hamilton built this striking Georgian mansion c. 1785. Its picturesque situation on a bluff overlooking the Salmon Falls River made it an ideal location for Hamilton’s shipping business and, more than a hundred years later, for the summer retreat of Emily Tyson and her stepdaughter Elise.Today, Hamilton House reflects the occupancy of the Tysons in the early twentieth century and is recognized as one of the region's quintessential Colonial Revival-style country estates. The house features two whimsical murals commissioned by the women as well as antique furnishings and handcrafted decorative arts they collected. The elaborate perennial garden, with its charming garden cottage, provides visitors with a place to stroll and picnic overlooking the river. Please visit nearby Jackson House, Governor John Langdon House, Rundlet-May House, Sarah Orne Jewett House, and the Sayward-Wheeler House.
Reviewed By eminker - New York, New York, United States
Our visit to Hamilton House was part of a larger venue visiting Historic New England properties in Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. All in All, a great adventure touring some of the grandest and most significant properties detailing New England's glorious past.
Hamilton House is a 1780's Georgian mansion built on a bluff overlooking the Salmon Falls River. The rooms are beautifully architectural masterpieces and representative of this period for those from an affluent nature. the attached grounds themselves are even more spectacular and you can spend many hours just wandering the grounds enjoying the gardens and river front. For me, the fireplaces in the Hamilton are just magnificent as well as the lovely garden/fountain.
The two young ladies who were manning the properly were wonderful docents and quiet knowledgeable re: the property and the family histories associated with the property. There is a tie in with the Sarah Orne Jewett House in South Berwick regarding her association with The Tyson family and its purchase of the house.If you visit the Hamilton House (and you must!), the Sarah Orne Jewett house should also be on the agenda as well. Both properties as well as many more are part of Historic New England and are very worth touring/supporting.
Make sure you call to get current schedule as we were told by others that Hamilton House was closed but when we called, we were told its open for tours by Historic New England.
3. Wagon Hill Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By 112358 - New Hampshire
What's not to love?
-Plenty of parking
-Port-a-potties is strategic locations
- Pet clean up bags and stations as well
- Plenty of picnic tables - with a view of the bay
- Gorgeous water views from multipe trails with a varitey of difficulty levels
- Never very crowded
- Wild blueberries in summer and apples in fall
- Cool wagon for kids to climb on
- Great for early morning off-leash dog walks
- Also prime kite flying space, I don't know how but there is always a wind here
4. Hilltop Fun Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
4 Go Kart Tracks, 18 Hole Mini Golf, 5000 sq foot Laser Tag, Batting Cages, Driving Range, 50+ Arcade, Rock Wall, Bungee Jumpers. Groups and Fully Catered Corporate Events. Birthday Parties
Reviewed By GEOFFREY A - Miami, Florida, USA
If you have kids and time to spare (or make time) and are in Somersworth, Dover or driving on I-14 in the area do try this out.
We took took our grand children 13 & 10 on Spring Break in Boston (but not in NH) and so had lots of room and even more fun for four plus hours.
We bought the Golf-Laser-Go karts Pass and they could exit one end and re-enter at the other (Go-Karts). There were always a few others so they had some competition.
All the equipment was in good shape and the mini golf course well laid out and challenging as well.
They have the 'gambler' games as well, but we avoided them, the kids eyes focused on better entertainment. Good choice of food and not over-priced
5. North Country Hard Cider
Overall Ratings
5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By handyru
Bitter brothers and cranbarrel were our favorites for the newer flavors. Berry Brett was like drinking wine and we couldn't taste the berries. The bitter brothers bourbon barrel was just ok. We always buy growlers of original press and honey badger. This time we also got a growler of bitter brothers
6. Stoneface Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Nate080411 - Nashua, New Hampshire
Going in I already knew I enjoyed Stoneface beer but this was my first trip to their location. They have a clean industrial set up with their own food on site. On a busy day, like when we were there, it can get crowded so you should be prepared to stand and sample your beers. They don't do flights, but the 6 oz pours are essentially samples by themselves so you can order up as many of those as you would like to sample their varieties. They have a nice shop on site for merchandise and canned beer or growlers to go. Overall, while this is outside the Portsmouth central area, you should take the few minutes and drive out to it.
7. Woodman Institute Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 86 reviews
Museum campus has four buildings, featuring natural scince,local history,decorative arts, and contemporary art. Considered NH,s most eclectic museum. Yankee magazine award for best small museum in New England. Founded in 1916.
Reviewed By James V
The Woodman Museum is a gem with a surprising array of fine exhibits. Examples include the last saddle President Lincoln rode, fascinating history of world-famous Cochecho prints, and the story of John Wilkes Booth's fiance at the time of his crime. The Garrison House dates from the early 1600s and is worth the visit for that alon.
8. Wiggly Bridge and Steedman Woods
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By FamilyGuy02184 - Braintree, MA
We went to the Wiggly Bridge for something to do other than the beach. It is a short walk to the bridge, and the Steedman woods walk is beautiful. Great little hike for a family or couples.
9. Emery Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Alsbluej - Anytown
We went on the haunted wagon ride which was great fun for our kids. They enjoyed picking pumpkins and hanging out with the farm animals. Also, the farm stand shop is adorable with many local artisan products in addition to food.
10. Tendercrop Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Desirae K - Dover, New Hampshire
You'll find almost you need regarding fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and baked goods. They even have a small but well stocked freezer/cooler. A lot is grown right on that farm!
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