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Come explore Dover and the entire Kent County area where you'll find world class museums and attractions, restaurants to please every palate, exciting gaming and harness racing, NASCAR thrills, unique special events, rich history and of course...hospitality! Step back in time and tour The Green where founding fathers met in a tavern and ratified the U.S. Constitution making Delaware The First State. Get outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty and teeming wildlife at Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge or shop tax free until you drop and then relax in one of Dover's well appointed hotels. Let your heart race as you try your luck at one of the state of the art casinos, take in the grace of harness racing or feel the thunder of NASCAR racing at the famous Monster Mile. No matter what getaway experience you're looking for, Dover's central location and wide array of activities makes it the perfect choice!

Visitors to Dover are amazed by the many historic worlds contained within its boundaries. Dover is surrounded by living history in farmland communities, fishing villages, and backroads produce markets. In the city, you'll find quaint brick sidewalks, historic homes and even Amish buggies parked downtown. Visit the spot where Delaware was the first to ratify the U.S. Constitution, slide into the cockpit of a vintage plane, dig for artifacts, solve a crime or look up your ancestors. History does not stand still in Dover - it is a vibrant and exciting part of daily life!

The First State Heritage Park at Dover is quite literally where America's history began! The historic area known as The Green has witnessed centuries of political history and social events and now you can stroll where founding fathers met in a tavern to ratify the Constitution and become the first state. The First State Heritage Park is home to two state capitol buildings; the Old State House built in 1792 and the Legislative Hall which replaced it as the seat of state government in 1933. Visit today and take a tour guided by storyteller characters in period dress that bring three centuries of history alive as they spin tales of the landmarks, homes and people who lived and worked near The Green. Seasonal activites include lantern tours, colonial games, scavenger hunts and the annual Old Dover Days festival.

Feel the thrill of NASCAR racing with this unique experience! Monster Racing can put you in the driver's seat and help you tame Dover's fabled MONSTER MILE. The MONSTER MILE is famous for its challenging course including 24 degree banking. Schedule your visit in advance and Monster Racing will provide you a day you'll never forget. Wear NASCAR gear, drive race cars or trucks and you can even bring home an in car DVD of you driving!

Join 1,500 cyclists in the 22nd Annual Amish Country Bike Tour and choose from 15, 25, 50, 62 or 100 mile loops to test your endurance. The tour winds through Delaware's Amish countryside and offers four food stops providing home-baked goodies from the Amish community. Stick around and enjoy the after-tour celebration including a catered picnic, live music and fun for all ages.