6 Things to do Good for Kids in Dover That You Shouldn't Miss

March 26, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

With NASCAR at the Speedway, harness racing at Dover Downs, 10 nationally recognized museums, plus historical attractions galore, it's easy to see why the capital of Delaware is a great weekend destination. Check out the world's largest cargo plane, stationed at Dover Air Force Base, or explore the beginnings of recorded sound at the Johnson Victrola Museum. It's the perfect time to visit the Biggs Museum of Art, which is running a special exhibition to celebrate its 10th anniversary. "Artful Living: the Legacy of Sewell C. Biggs" features fine and decorative art gems from the private collection of the local patron and museum namesake. Also worth a visit: the Delaware Agricultural Museum and the John Dickinson Plantation, where staff, dressed in period costume, explain and reenact life in the late 18th and 19th centuries. Round out the day with a meander around Green and Loockerman Streets downtown. Lined with historic Colonial and Victorian buildings, plus specialty book, candle and jewelry stores, it's a great place to shop or sample the local fare at a neighborhood cafe or restaurant.
Restaurants in Dover

1. Air Mobility Command Museum

1301 Heritage Rd Dover Air Force Base, Dover, DE 19902 +1 302-670-9823 http://amcmuseum.org/
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5.0 based on 818 reviews

Air Mobility Command Museum

Located on the Dover Air Force Base, this museum showcases the history of military aviation through exhibits and a sizeable collection of planes that have been used throughout history. Coronavirus Operations: Our outside aircraft ramp will be available for you to see 25 historical military aviation aircraft. The below guidelines apply: Museum Hours: Thursday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No tours will be provided Inside museum will be closed Mobile Museum Store will be available (red trailer) Portable restrooms will be available Social distancing is required Masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained

Reviewed By BarryBagels

Very informative and wonderful exhibits featuring military aerial transport and aerial refueling operations. Staff and volunteers take great pride and are a wonderful source of information that brings the exhibits to life. Michael, the operations manager, took us on a tour in his 8 seat golf cart of the 30 or so aircraft on the museums grounds. Seeing the giant C5A transport engineering marvel from the inside out was an outstanding experience. The museum is open 7 days a week, is free, has plenty of parking and has a wonderful gift shop that the kids, little and adult, would love. You can easily spend two to four hours there.

2. Christ Episcopal Church

South State and Water Streets, Dover, DE
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Christ Episcopal Church

Reviewed By sageandsunflowers

We have been members here for many years. The music is so inspiring [particularly when there isn't a pandemic!]. They sing the psalms, the gloria, the sanctus, and the kyrie [as they are meant to be!]. The staff and the parishioners are loving, kind, and welcoming.

3. First State Heritage Park

43 The Green John Bell House, Dover, DE 19901-3611 +1 302-739-9194 [email protected] http://www.destateparks.com/heritagepark
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4.5 based on 50 reviews

First State Heritage Park

First State Heritage Park is Delaware's first urban "park without boundaries" that links historic and cultural sites in the city that has been the seat of government since 1777.First State Heritage Park is a partnership of state and city agencies under the leadership of Delaware State Parks. Admission to all sites is free.

Reviewed By TXMARTINS - Atlanta, United States

In what some call the first urban park this is a great area full of history, restored buildings and tours to learn more about the first state’ large open green space with a ton of room for a picnic or to just enjoy a leisurely stroll. Easy parking. Tip: Admission to all sites is free!

4. Spence's Bazaar

550 S New St, Dover, DE 19904-3536 +1 302-734-3441
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4.0 based on 100 reviews

Spence's Bazaar

Reviewed By just_up_ahead_9

The highlight was the market - beautifully displayed meats, breads, cheese. And all of it fresh and delicious. Wish I could go there every week, but we live in Texas!

5. Dover Mall

1365 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901-8710 http://www.simon.com/mall/default.aspx?ID=1243
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3.5 based on 41 reviews

Dover Mall

6. Carmike 14 Theatre

1365 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901-8710 +1 302-734-5249 http://www.carmike.com/ShowTimes/city/dover/DE
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3.0 based on 26 reviews

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