4.5Nemours Estate(724 reviews) - Must See! Temporarily closed - Closed until Apr 1, 2023 Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites • Gardens • History Museums
Open Tuesday–Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Last entry at 4 p.m.) Nemours Estate is a masterpiece of Gilded Age design with a 77-room Mansion, 200-acres of formal French gardens and grounds, and a Chauffeur's Garage housing vintage automobiles.See more..
4.5Fort Delaware State Park(145 reviews) - Del-catraz Saturday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Historic Sites
Seasonal Civil War Fort and Living History Museum. Fort Delaware is locate on Pea Patch Island and is situated in the Delaware River between the State of Delaware and New Jersey. It is open to the public from May - August (hours listed) and then in September on weekends only (Saturday & Sunday) for living history and civil war reenactments and programs. In October, Paranormal Adventure Programs are hosted on Friday and Saturday evenings. Operating schedule may vary due to COVID-19. Currently in 2022, there are no restrictions. Please visit the Park Website for up to date information and detailed hours and program information. Fort is subject to weather related closings and may close abruptly during storms, fog and high winds.See more..
Once owned by a wealthy Quaker tobacco planter, this plantation has been converted to a living museum where visitors can tour the grounds and interact with staff dressed in period costume.See more..
4.5New Castle Court House(104 reviews) - Awesome tour Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Historic Sites • Government Buildings
Delaware approved the Declaration of Independence in this building, which was constructed in 1732.See more..
4.5Rockwood Park & Museum(87 reviews) - So Much More Than Expected Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites • History Museums
I have been on many historic house tours, but this one was much more than I expected, and better than the usual tour. The unique thing about this house is that there is so much original furniture and family belongings still in place. You get the feeling that you are a guest of the family rather than just on a tour. The museum staff have used these items to tell a unique story. Also, on the East Coast of the US you get worn out with colonial house tours, and Rockwood Museum gives you an opportunity to experience a completely different era. Not only is the inside of the house a good experience, but the grounds are lovely and an attraction in their own right. The GPS enabled garden tour adds much to the interpretation of the setting.See more..
4.5Lewes Historical Society(79 reviews) - Tour: "Introduction to Lewes: A Maritime Destination" Saturday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites • History Museums
Our group of four thoroughly enjoyed the Lewes Historical Tour "Introduction to Lewes: A Maritime Destination" led by the volunteer Jack who was extremely knowledgeable about Delaware's early American history. As an unexpected bonus, we were able to sit down in the tavern on the Historical Society's campus and listen to volunteer "tavern keeper" Bill Hicks' lively presentation on the tavern's history and the everyday drinks and economic practices which made the Tavern such a thriving enterprise in early Lewes' history. The entire expereince was enhanced by the fact that the weather that day was picture perfect!See more..
4.5Read House and Gardens(46 reviews) - Wonderful guided tour Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Historic Sites
My mom and I were on a road trip and decided to stop in Delaware to visit the Read House. We signed up for the guided tour, which was wonderfully informative and took us through the downstairs of the house and through the town. Definitely worth the stop and would love to come back and stay a couple days in the town.See more..
Established in 2005, the Historic Odessa Foundation owns and operates The Historic Houses of Odessa, a 72-acre enclave of 18th and 19th century structures located in the town of Odessa, just two miles from DE 1 and just off U.S. Route 13 in southern New Castle County, Del. The historic buildings and gardens along with a well-documented collection of more than 7000 objects and furnishings offer a unique picture of Delaware’s colonial period in a rural village that played a vital part in America’s commercial history. The original town of Odessa, originally known as Cantwell’s Bridge, has retained much of its 18th century charm and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and home to a National Historic Landmark, and two National Park Service Network to Freedom sites.See more..
4.5Dutch House Museum and Gardens(25 reviews) - Great History. Great Tour. Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • History Museums
This house dates back to the late 1600s and is documented to be the oldest structure in town, and the second oldest in the state. The Dutch House is a rare example of an early Colonial-era middle class family home.See more..
3.5Transpeninsular Marker(25 reviews) - A Bit of History on the MD/DE Line Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Historic Sites
The Transpeninsular Marker is located on the south side of the prominent Fenwick Island Lighthouse. The marker, itself, is the easternmost of a series of similar markers placed in the 1750s to mark the state boundary between Delaware and Maryland. There is a bit of history to be learned by a visit here. There is also opportunity to capture a few unique photographs.See more..
3.0Cooch's Bridge(21 reviews) - Little know Battle that Saved the Revolution Historic Sites
Site of the historic Battle of Cooch’s Bridge, a Revolutionary War battle: September 3, 1777See more..
4.5Governor Ross Mansion(19 reviews) - Step Back in Time Saturday: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
The Governor Ross Mansion is and Italian Ornate building originally built by the Ross family to be near the railroad (I believe I remember that correctly). The docents who guide the tours are very knowledgeable and friendly. Most of the antiques are original to the family and definitely to the period. Our docent was Margaret and she was the sweetest person you could have wanted to guide your tour. It was Christmas time and the mansion was decorated in original period decorations. The large tree was all decked out in ornaments that would would have been found during that time period. See more..
4.5Amstel House Museum and Gardens(19 reviews) - My favorite tour in New Castle! Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
The Amstel House is the first mansion in Delaware and was home to an early Governor. Originally known as "The Corner," this was the most important home in the late 1700s. High society came to this house, including George Washington, who attended a wedding here.See more..
Constructed in 1832, the Frenchtown Railroad Ticket Office is a tiny building that was once part of a railroad in the Civil War period. The building found its home in Battery Park, New Castle, Delware in the 1950's.See more..
The Old Library Museum serves as the exhibit space for the New Castle Historical Society. The building is currently closed, but arrangements for access are being made and a new exhibit is being developed. Please check back, or visit our website, for updates on when the Old Library Museum will reopen. The building served as the library for New Castle City from the 1890s through the 1960s. It is an excellent example of Victorian architecture.See more..
4.5Fisher Martin House(7 reviews) - Historic house and visitor center. Historic Sites
Ancient house with a number of original furniture. Donation box, helpful staff and lots of fliers and specialty books for sale.See more..
4.5Ryves Holt House(4 reviews) - The oldest building in Delaware! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings
Step into the oldest structure in Delaware. This house is part of the First State National Historic Park, and is interpreted by the Lewes Historic Society. They will guide you through the home, discuss the different additions that have taken place over the years, and you can even see behind the walls in some areas to see first hand how buildings were constructed in the mid-1600s. If you enjoy history or architecture, this is a must-visit.See more..
4.5Hale-Byrnes House(3 reviews) - Terrif Small House Museum Saturday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Historic Sites It's a small brick house dating from the mid 18th century. The lovingly cared-form home of Quaker farmers, it was drawn into the Revolutionary War when General George Washington held a council in the house after the Battle of Cooch's Bridge in the September of 1777, shortly before the better known Battle of the Brandywine. Interesting programs on local history and cultural are regularly hosted at the house. A must -see for anyone touring the Revolutionary War in the region. See more..
My family and I went to Georgetown Train and did the mine tour. It was amazing and so informative. My 10 year son got altitude sickness and they walked us out where we met a lovely lady named who truly went a above and beyond to make him feel better... she even gave him some special treats. The tour guide Nick was funny and the lady Tess was super helpful when we were panting for gold. I highly recommend this place! We will be back next time we travel through Colorado.See more..
4.5Lewes Life-Saving Station & Museum(2 reviews) - Great Exhibit of 19th Century Life Saving Stations! Historic Sites If you like 'History,' especially 'Nautical Life Saving History' (The predecessor of the U.S. Coast Guard) this is a great place to go! See more..
