FRee & Fun other areas to explore At little to no cost, there are many areas of Delaware that you can explore. Make plans to visit Odessa in northern Delaware to view historic homes, grounds, and museums at an affordable cost. Also, in northern Delaware is Rockford Park and Tower , where you can climb the 100-year-old tower for an enchanting view of the city of Wilmington. The Brandywine Zoo offers an affordable and fun activity for families or other animal lovers. With admission at just $7 for children and $9 for adults, you can see animals from the tropical and temperate areas of North and South America, Asia, and Africa. Delaware’s capital city, Dover , includes free public facilities such as the Delaware Public Archives and Legislative Hall that are worth exploring. Stop by First State Heritage Park to view historic buildings and streets or join in on a free walking tour. Dover is also home to a number of museums with free admission. Explore the Biggs Museum of American Art , the Johnson Victrola Museum , John Dickinson Plantation , and the Air Mobility Command Museum — all free. Mini golf is a popular budget-friendly attraction, especially for families. Check out Nick’s Jurassic Mini Golf in Rehoboth, where you can play golf amongst animatronic dinosaurs. In northern Delaware, test your skills at Riverwalk Mini Golf. After golfing, you can explore all Riverfront Wilmington has to offer, including restaurants, shops, and the Constitution Yards beer garden. For more action and fun with the entire family, explore Dover Motor Speedway , Pirates of Lewes Expeditions , and Jungle Jim’s Water Park in Rehoboth. For more relaxed attractions, visit Lavender Fields at Warrington Manor in Milt on or Brittingham Farms in Millsboro for beautiful floral landscapes, cute shops, and interactive fun with their resident sheep. A tour of Lightship Overfalls in Lewes will also teach you something new, as will any of Delaware’s many museums. Between the Winterthur Museum , Garden & Library in Winterthur, the Nemours Estate and the Hagley Museum in Wilmington, the Indian River Life Saving Station in Dewey Beach, the DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum in Fenwick Island, and the Cannonball House in Lewes, Delaware’s histor y spans far and wide and offers something for everyone. air Mobility command Museum ©Flickr/geoff dude In addition to all of these great options, there are many free or low-cost festivals and events to explore throughout the year in Delaware. Scan to see more! indian River Life saving station VisitDelaware.com 67
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