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A message from Delaware Governor, Ruth Ann Minner
There is no place quite like Delaware. Escape to “Chateau Country” for riveting landscapes made famous by Andrew Wyeth’s paintings. Watch the sun rise over the ocean at the Great Dune near Lewes and a great blue heron as it takes flight from the marshlands of Bombay Hook Wildlife Refuge. This year, retrace history along the Nanticoke and Broad Creek rivers with the Captain John Smith Reenactment Voyage.
Our state capital, Dover, is home to one of the most beautifully preserved capitol complexes in the nation, captured by the First State Heritage Park. Old New Castle is a charming town to visit with its original cobblestone streets, colonial homes and guided historical tours. And don’t forget the coastal town of Lewes, which tells the story of Delaware’s seafaring past that dates back to the 1600s.
Enjoy the best opera, dance, drama and music or get inspired by a showcase of galleries featuring our state’s finest artists. Shop tax-free at Delaware’s brand name outlet stores, boutiques and antique shops.
We invite you to experience the wonder and diversity the First State has to offer. Delaware, it’s good being first.
Featured Attractions & Events
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Kalmar Nyckel, The Tall Ship of Delaware
Re-creation of the Dutch-built, Swedish-flagged ship that brought the first permanent European settlers to Delaware Valley. The ship spends July sailing out of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal and visits various other ports along the East Coast. The ship is available for public tours, sailing events, receptions and charter sails.
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Wilmington & Western Railroad
Historic steam train operation that takes you through the scenic Red Clay Valley. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Come aboard and experience more than 130 years of living railroad history.
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Tanger Outlet Center
Discover a bargain hunter's paradise and tax-free shopping in more than 130 brand name outlet stores. Shop and save in such stores as Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Nine West, OshKosh, Eddie Bauer, J.Crew, Ann Taylor and many more. Buy direct from the manufacturer. Happy Shopping!
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Lister Acres
Six-acre corn maze, barnyard animals, mini-maze mind bender. Field trips available. Haunted forest by local fire company. Fall decorations, mums, pumpkins and Indian corn.
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Edward H. McCabe Nature Preserve
A 143-acre refuge maintained by the Nature Conservatory along the banks of the Broadkill River. Features native flora and fauna, including rare plants and more than 100 bird species. Several distinct habitats represented, such as upland forest, tidal marsh and swamp forest. Two-mile canoe trail linked to historic Milton.
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