It’s obvious to anyone who travels through Delaware that the DuPont Family had a big impact on First State history. Take this tour of beautiful estates, gardens, and homes to experience the story of their lives and see their legacy as it persists today.

Take a tour of northern Delaware through the eyes of the DuPont Family. You'll find history and stunning gardens waiting for you!
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Start your trip with breakfast at one of the most recognizable DuPont landmarks.
HOTEL DU PONT, 42 W 11th St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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The Hotel DuPont sits in the heart of Wilmington's Rodney Square. Make a reservation for an early morning meal at the hotel's signature restaurant, Le Cavalier.
After breakfast, take a short drive over to the Mt. Cuba Center.
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This beautiful botanical garden is one of the most scenic spots in the country. It's a small estate that was once the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lammot du Pont, who took the property and turned it into a conservatory for native plants.

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Next up is the most famous of Delaware's DuPont Estates - Winterthur.
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library, 5105 Kennett Pike, Winterthur, DE 19735, USA
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You'll want to spend a few hours browsing the seemingly endless grounds here. One thousand acres of pristine curated gardens await - along with whimsical follies and an enchanted fairy garden.

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While Winterthur may be home to the most famous gardens in Delaware, just around the corner, the Hagley Museum truly tells the tale of the DuPonts in America.
Hagley Museum, 200 Hagley Creek Rd, Wilmington, DE 19807, USA
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The property here was the location of the first DuPont family home and gunpowder mill. You can tour the grounds and learn about the ways that E.I. DuPont began to cement his family's legacy in the First State.

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Before you wind down your DuPont tour of Delaware, make it a point to visit the breathtaking Nemours Estate.
Nemours Estate, 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803, USA
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Nemours may be best-known for its world famous Children's Hospital, but walking through Alfred I. Dupont's gardens will make you feel like you've been transported across the Atlantic Ocean and dropped in the middle of French Chateau country.

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If you choose to split your trip across two days, you'll have more time to explore each stop! Spend the night at the Inn at Montchanin - another DuPont landmark here in Delaware.
The Inn at Montchanin Village & Spa - A Historic Hotel of America, GPS: 528, 528 Montchanin Rd, Montchanin, DE 19710, USA
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This upscale getaway blends luxury and comfort in a small hamlet, complete with gardens and a spa.

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This fun tour can be done as a day trip or split up! You’ll enjoy seeing the scenic and historic side of Delaware when you set off to explore these beautiful estates that help make the Northern Delaware and Philadelphia region the Garden Capital of the Country.

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