9 Best Things to Do in Delaware

The Hagley Museum and Library in Wilmington is right along the picturesque banks of the Brandywine Creek. The museum tells the story of the famous business family, the du Ponts. 

As you explore the grounds, you'll see the original home of the du Pont family as well as the gardens, the original gunpowder mills, and a machine shop that dates to the 19th century. The library includes a wealth of historical documents related to the family and the important role they've played.

Delaware has miles of beaches that are popular for family vacations and romantic getaways. Rehoboth Beach is known as a haven for the LGBTQ+ community and as a family-friendly area with a walkable boardwalk, as well as dozens of unique shops and eateries. 

You might enjoy Dewey Beach, which has more of a party atmosphere and the Dewey Brewing Company. Lewes Bay Beach offers an exceptionally calm surf and soft sand, making it a great spot for families looking to swim and relax.

The Nemours Mansion is a lavish country estate surrounded by 300 acres of immaculately tended formal French gardens and shaded trails. It's the home of famed philanthropist and industrialist, Alfred I du Pont. 

The 47,000-sq-ft mansion is built in the style of a neoclassical French château, encompassing 5 floors and 105 rooms outfitted with all of the original furnishings. The Nemours Mansion functions as a museum dedicated to the life and works of du Pont. 

The Delaware Art Museum in Wilmington offers a wealth of breathtaking exhibits covering just about every kind of art, from classical paintings to modern art. The museum has a sculpture garden spanning 9 acres of statuary, a gallery dedicated to artists of the Brandywine school, and a gallery featuring classical pre-Raphaelite artworks. 

The Delaware Art Museum is worth a trip if you want to educate yourself on art or take in the beauty of great works.

The Air Mobility Command Museum is dedicated to the entire history of military aircraft, including airlift and air refueling vessels. Located right on the Dover Air Force Base, the museum lets you get close to genuine military aircraft, both modern and vintage.

Through various artifacts and exhibits, you'll learn about the men and women who fly and maintain these crafts, as well as those who have done so throughout history. The Air Mobility Command Museum is a testament to the role aircraft have played in the military history of the USA.

The Daniel S. Frawley Stadium is a prominent ballpark right on the shores of the Christina River. The venue is beautiful and well-maintained, offering great photo opportunities together with excellent sports events. 

Opened in 1993 as Legends Stadium, the baseball stadium now serves as the home field of the Wilmington Blue Rocks minor league team. It's a great place to spend time with the family and take in a classic ball game with snacks, drinks, and, of course, a 7-inning stretch.

The Grand Opera House, also called the Grand Masonic Hall and Grand Theater, is a premier location for live entertainment in Wilmington. It occupies a 19th-century building that once served as a Masonic Temple, with 4 floors built in the Second Empire architectural style. 

The Grand Opera House seats around 1,208 people, who can enjoy a wide range of modern national performances. It also hosts programs supported by the Delaware Division of the Arts and the National Endowment of the Arts.

The Dogfish Head Craft Brewery bills itself as the first craft brewery in Delaware, and it's true. It was a major player in spearheading the craft beer craze, which has become a culture across the USA. 

Dogfish Head has 2 branches – the tasting, taproom, and brewery itself are in Milton, while the brewpub (Brewings & Eats) is on Rehoboth Avenue in Rehoboth Beach. Both places offer unique brews, pub food, and great fun. You can take a tour of the brewery and learn all about the history and process of craft brewing in Delaware.