IN → DE · City-to-City Move

Moving from Indianapolis to Dover?

  • 568 mi Distance
  • 9 hr 28 min Drive time
  • 185K Dover metro
  • 205 Sun days/year
What to Do in Dover

Things you'll want to know about your new city.

Bookmark this page — these are the icons of Dover, organized by what kind of day you're planning.

Where to Eat

Dover's essential restaurants.

The dining list every Dover resident knows by heart. Save the spots, work through them.

  • Feby's Fishery

    Local seafood institution serving Chesapeake Bay crabs, fish, and oysters in a casual setting since 1977.

  • 33 West Alehouse

    Downtown gastropub with craft beers, elevated pub fare, and outdoor seating on Loockerman Street.

  • La Tolteca

    Family-owned Mexican restaurant known for authentic regional dishes and generous portions.

  • Countrie Eatery

    Farm-to-table restaurant in a converted house serving seasonal American cuisine with local ingredients.

  • Cool Springs Fish Bar & Restaurant

    Long-standing seafood spot specializing in fried fish, crab cakes, and soul food sides.

Climate & Walkability

What daily life feels like in Dover.

Climate

Dover has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters. The city experiences four distinct seasons with moderate precipitation distributed throughout the year.

  • Sun days/yr205
  • Rainfall45 inches

Walkability

  • Walk Score32/100
  • Transit Score24/100
  • Bike Score40/100

Dover is car-dependent — most errands require driving.

Outdoors & Recreation

  • Silver Lake Park with walking trails, fishing, and paddleboat rentals
  • Killens Pond State Park offering camping, swimming, and disc golf 15 minutes south
  • Schutte Park with sports fields, playground, and paved walking paths
  • Delaware Coastal Heritage Greenway Trail for biking and walking
  • Tidbury Creek and St. Jones River for kayaking and fishing
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