Dover

The Garrison City

Dover is the oldest permanent settlement in New Hampshire and is the 4th largest city in the state of New Hampshire. Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, Dover is an hour from Boston, Portland, the White Mountains, and Lake Winnipesaukee. The University of New Hampshire is just minutes away. Dover is the Dover boasts an exceptional school system, outstanding parks and recreation services, as well as premier medical facilities.

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Downtown Dover

As you walk through Downtown Dover you will notice trees lining the sidewalks and renovated storefronts. In Downtown Dover you will find a bunch of things to do with the whole family. Dover boasts a bustling downtown with plenty of history, shopping, entertainment, and food. Farther north, just outside the downtown area, is the "Miracle Mile", home to two major shopping plazas, familiar fast-food restaurants and other services.

Dining in Dover

There are plenty of dining options in Dover. Whether you are looking for something casual or more cormal, Dover offers choices that include American, Italian, French, Thai, Chinese, Indian, Mexican, and just about everything in-between.

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Family Friendly Events

Dover hosts several family-friendly events throughout the year. Popular events include Apple Harvest Day in October, the Cocheco Arts Festival throughout the summer, a children’s concert series held throughout the summer, an Irish Festival, Pet-a-Palooza, and the annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration.

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Outdoor Adventure

There are a number of trails and outdoor excursions to experience in Dover to keep you close to the rural heritage of the area. Follow the Riverwalk from downtown for an up-close view of the mighty Cocheco River, once the lifeblood of the community. Climb Garrison Hill Tower and be treated to a bird's-eye view of the City and not-too distant mountains. The rivers that surround the city are well suited for canoeing or kayaking, as is scenic Willand Pond at the city's north end, and Little Bay at the mouth of the Atlantic Ocean.

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Children's Museum of
New Hampshire

If you have children you will want to take a day at the Children’s Museum of New Hampshire in downtown Dover at Henry Law Park. The museum features two floors of interactive exhibits for children ranging from excavating dinosaur fossils and playing music to taking the controls of the Space Shuttle or navigating a submarine.

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Woodman Institute Museum

The Woodman Institute Museum complex is a singular collection of artifacts with exhibits on natural science, history, art and culture. As you walk in you will be greeted by a 10-foot polar bear that opens the way for a truly fascinating collection including a 1771 tax bill from King George to the citizens of Dover and the largest collection of minerals north of Boston. Also on the grounds of the museum is the William Damm Garrison House, built in 1675 and full of period artifacts that spell out what life was like in Colonial times.