We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Dover

Free Newsletter

Interested in Dover?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Dover each week.

  • Save Children's Museum of New Hampshire
  • E-mail this page
Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Hotels
Travel Destinations
Sightseeing

Explore other Dover resources:

Children's Museum of New Hampshire


Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Six Washington Street
Dover, NH 03820
What's Nearby:
Click map pins for more information.
view map of Children's Museum of New Hampshire
Free Dover Guide

Get your quick guide to the top hotels, restaurants and things to do.

Traveler Photos & Videos

View all photos
Add Photos
Add Videos

Dover weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Precip
Dec
37°F 2°C
22°F -5°C
5 in 12 cm
Jan
30°F -1°C
14°F -10°C
5 in 12 cm
Feb
34°F 1°C
18°F -7°C
11 in 29 cm
Mar
40°F 4°C
25°F -3°C
27 in 68 cm
Apr
53°F 11°C
34°F 1°C
25 in 63 cm
May
62°F 16°C
43°F 6°C
12 in 30 cm

Extended Forecast
Tuesday
Dec 22
Hi:
27°F -2°C
Lo:
18°F -7°C
Wednesday
Dec 23
Hi:
31°F 0°C
Lo:
25°F -3°C
Thursday
Dec 24
Hi:
36°F 2°C
Lo:
22°F -5°C
More weather for Dover
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground

What's Near Children's Museum of New Hampshire

Top-Rated Nearby Accommodations
Distance in: mi km
Hotel EUR* Distance Rating
Silver Fountain Inn €75 0.7 mi 1.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Microtel Inn & Suites Dover €59 2.2 mi 3.5 km 4 of 5 stars
Comfort Inn & Suites Dover €70 2.4 mi 3.8 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Hampton Inn Dover €73 2.4 mi 3.8 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Homewood Suites Dover €82 2.6 mi 4.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Accommodations in Dover
*Average price
Top-Rated Nearby Restaurants
Distance in: mi km
restaurant Distance Rating
Moe's Italian Sandwiches 0.3 mi 0.4 km 4 of 5 stars
Fish Shanty 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Christopher's Third Street Grille 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4.5 of 5 stars
All Restaurants in Dover
Top-Rated Nearby Things to Do
Distance in: mi km
Thing to Do Distance Rating
Sarah Orne Jewett House 5.1 mi 8.1 km 4 of 5 stars
The Ledges Golf Club 8.5 mi 13.6 km 3.5 of 5 stars
Redhook Ale Brewery & Cataqua Public House 8.8 mi 14.1 km 4 of 5 stars
All Things to Do in Dover

Traveler Advice on Children's Museum of New Hampshire

Traveler Lists
Traveler Forum
  • Post a question and join other travelers discussing Dover
Professional Advice (4)
Title Source
“The Children's Museum of Portsmouth” Frommer's
“Mirror images mesmerize kaleidoscopic explorers” Boston.com / Boston Globe
“Children's Museums” GeoParent.com
“Old, intriguing, always thriving Portsmouth” Boston.com / Boston Globe
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 1 attractions in Dover
Write a review
Traveler Description: A wonderful place to bring children.  On the small side and can get crowded.  The 1st floor features a children's 'submarine', a tree house/fort... more »
Know about Children's Museum of New Hampshire? Share your expertise with other travelers. Add to this description now.
Attraction type: Children's museum
Address: Six Washington Street Dover, NH 03820
Tel: 603 742 2002
Fax: 603-436-7706

Reviews you can trust

[ Date ] [ Rating ]
“Small but mighty! Great fun for little kids.”
Save Review
4 of 5 stars
coryandlaurel   5 contributions
Toronto
Sep 2, 2009

Newly renovated and moved from Portsmouth. This is a relatively small children's museum with 2 floors, but it has some great exhibits set in a older but renovated building, making for a fantastic backdrop. Main floor is much larger than the smaller second floor. The other review is dated and may reflect the old museum. Some memorable exhibits. Yellow Submarine... more

“Awesome touch sensitive wooden music wall”
Save Review
5 of 5 stars
deadsea   177 contributions
Maynard, Massachusetts
Oct 21, 2007
1
person found this review helpful

My two year old loved the morning we spent at the Portsmouth Children's Museum. On the bottom level, there is a playground themed as a submarine and touch sensitive colored wooden panels on the wall that make music. On the second floor, there are daily activities, and science themed exibits. On the third floor, there is a section geared towards... more

Write Your Own Attraction Review

Been to Children's Museum of New Hampshire? Share your experiences!

Write a Review
Add Photos
Add Videos

Children's Museum of New Hampshire: Management Resources

TripAdvisor has free and easy resources to help you enhance your listing and promote your property.

  • Start Here - Visit Your Owners' Center
  • Add Photo
  • Add Video

Children's Museum of New Hampshire Address

Six Washington Street, Dover, NH 03820
Tel: 603 742 2002 Fax: 603-436-7706