Dover Packages/Deals & Travel Agents Near Me

First established in 1683 and the state's capital since 1777, Dover, 45 mi/72 km south of Wilmington, grew up around The Green—the parklike center of town designed by William Penn.

The Green makes a good place to start touring the city. It's surrounded by many beautiful houses and excellent historical displays, including the Delaware State House, built in 1792.

West of the city in the Rose Valley area there is a small but very active Amish farming community.

Old Dover Days, a historical celebration, is held in the city in early May.

A busy seaport, Dover, England, is best known for its chalky white cliffs. The town itself is rather drab, but a steep climb takes you to its 900-year-old Norman castle, which overlooks the English Channel. The castle has double walls and underground tunnels (a nerve center for many World War II operations) to explore. The city's museum is worth a visit as well.

If you're in good shape, you may want to take in the views from the trails of the Western Heights.

Located 65 mi/108 km southeast of London, Dover is where you catch the ferry for the 90-minute trip to France.

Location

Dover is a major European port, and the U.K.'s second largest cruise terminal, as well as being its busiest ferry port. Dover's two cruise terminals lie west of the town, while the cross-Channel ferry traffic is based in the east. The cruise terminals are jointly known as Dover Cruise Port or Dover Western Docks.

The terminals have good, modern facilities, porters to assist with luggage, bureaus de change, restaurants and cafes. Terminal 1 occupies the former Marine Railway Station and retains many charming Victorian features. Terminal 2 is a modern, purpose-built structure. The town center is about 1.2 mi/2 km from the cruise port. Taxis, which wait to meet all ship arrivals, are readily available at the terminals. There is also a shuttle bus into town.

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