Explore the elegance of a 77-room Mansion, a Chauffeur’s Garage with vintage automobiles, and 200-acres of French-inspired formal gardens, grounds, and woodlands.
Visit all of the du Pont gardens, estates and museums in the Brandywine Valley.
Directions: Entrance is located at 1600 Rockland Rd, Wilmington, DE 19803 on the campus of Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware. Transportation: Transportation is available, comfortable walking shoes are strongly encouraged. Tours: Mainly self-guided with trained interpretive staff available. Families and Kids: Families with children of all ages will find something fun to discover at Nemours Estate. Baby changing facilities and breastfeeding areas are located in the Mansion. Strollers are permitted in the Gardens but not in the Mansion. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult at all times. ADA: The Mansion is ADA-accessible, as are the paved roads which run through the property; however, some of the gardens and grounds are not. Food/Water: Not available onsite, but picnics are encouraged as well as water to stay hydrated. Please bring a blanket to spread on the ground; picnic tables are not available. Photos/Video: Share your photos/video @nemoursestate on Instagram and Facebook. Photo Shoots: All guests must pay admission to enter. Permitted only in the gardens, not permitted in the Mansion. ONLY cameras and tripods are permitted. No drones nor costumes. Wardrobe changes are not permitted in restrooms. Please be respectful of other guests. Media: For media requests contact: mediarequests@nemours.org Pets: Not allowed, but service animals as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act are permitted if such animals are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for individuals with disabilities. Guest Experience: We are committed to providing each and every guest with a quality experience. If you have concerns, questions, or need special assistance, please contact us at estate@nemours.org or (302) 651-6912.