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There are myriad attractions available along the Delaware Bayshore Byway. Use the filters to customize the view to help you find the most appealing attractions for your visit

John Dickinson Plantation

Early childhood home of John Dickinson who is known as the “Penman of the Revolution.” Features tours and information on main house and slave quarters.

Kalmar Nyckel

Located in New Castle, DE you can learn more about local maritime history and set sail on a river cruise aboard the iconic Swedish colonial ship.

New Castle Battery Park

Dog-friendly urban park with riverfront views open to the public during daylight hours. Includes playground, tennis courts, and restrooms.

New Castle Court House Museum

Visit one of the oldest courthouses in the United States. Built in 1732, the New Castle Court House served as Delaware’s first court and state capitol.

New Castle Historical Society

The New Castle Historical Society preserves and shares the history of New Castle, Delaware through museums, programs, publications and tours.

Old Library Museum

An iconic piece of Old Newcastle architecture, this is a well preserved Victorian structure housing classics and law books through the 19th century.

Old State House

Delaware’s first permanent capitol building completed in 1791 on Dover’s historic Green. Tours are available to learn about its architecture and history.

Old Swedes Historic Site

While visiting this site you will travel through time as you learn about the early Swedish settlement that once thrived along the Christina.

Pickering Beach

Pickering Beach is a beautiful little piece of paradise for people that love a nature beach, where they can fish, boat and enjoy bird watching.

Port Penn Interpretive Center

Explore this old school house that’s been converted into a museum. Get glimpse into village life in an economy tied to the resources of the Delaware River.

Port Penn Wetlands Trail

The trail includes a boardwalk and an actual “Floating Fishing Cabin,” used by fishermen of Port Penn in the recent past. 

Read House & Gardens

Explore the expansive early 1800’s 2.5 acre estate of George Read, Jr., including the 14,000 square foot mansion and its expansive garden space.

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Port Penn/Augustine

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Historic Odessa

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Historic New Castle

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