FAQ

How far in advance do I need to book my group tour?

We fill up quickly; please reserve your tour well in advance. We accept reservations up to one year in advance but can also occasionally accommodate short-notice tours.

How many people can you accommodate in a group tour?

Group tours require a minimum of fifteen people. Most standard tours can accommodate a maximum of 49 people. Please contact the Group Tour Manager to discuss options for groups that are smaller or larger.

What time of year is best to visit Hagley?

Hagley has something to offer year-round. Springtime brings a vast array of blossoming trees and flowers. Wildflowers, azaleas, dogwoods, daffodils, and Canada geese followed by lines of young goslings grace Hagley's rolling 235 acres. The restored French-style garden cultivated by E. I. du Pont bursts with the color of hyacinths, crocuses, daffodils, and other spring flowers while summer offers a peek of the garden’s culinary bounty. If fall foliage is your interest, the best of the season awaits your group tour at Hagley.

From the crisp autumn air to the multi-colored hues of brilliant leaves viewed against towering evergreens, Hagley offers groups a charming journey back to the nineteenth century in a setting of natural splendor. During Holidays at Hagley, the duPont residence is festooned with holiday decorations representing several generations of du Pont family traditions. Please note that some tours are only available seasonally.

Can you accommodate guests with mobility challenges?

Yes. Group tours at Hagley are indoor and outdoor experiences. Choosing weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes will contribute to a great experience. Most of Hagley’s buildings are accessible for persons with disabilities, but not all historic structures can accommodate wheelchairs. A bus that accommodates wheelchairs is available for group tours.

Do you offer group tours for children?
Is there motor coach parking available on site?

Yes. There is ample parking for your motor coach on site.

How much do your tours cost?

Tours start at $17 per person. Two complimentary admissions are given with fifteen paying participants for Group Tours and Group Tour Lunches.

How do I book a tour?

Please contact Bonnie Wirth, Group Tour Manager, at bwirth@hagley.org or 302-658-2400, ext. 259.

What if I have to cancel?

Please contact Bonnie Wirth, Group Tour Manager at least one week in advance of the scheduled tour.

How do I pay for group tours?

Tour payments are due one week in advance.

How far in advance do I need to book my group tour?

We fill up quickly; please reserve your tour well in advance. We accept reservations up to one year in advance but can also occasionally accommodate short-notice tours.

How many people can you accommodate in a group tour?

Group tours require a minimum of fifteen people. Most standard tours can accommodate a maximum of 49 people. Please contact the Group Tour Manager to discuss options for groups that are smaller or larger.

What time of year is best to visit Hagley?

Hagley has something to offer year-round. Springtime brings a vast array of blossoming trees and flowers. Wildflowers, azaleas, dogwoods, daffodils, and Canada geese followed by lines of young goslings grace Hagley's rolling 235 acres. The restored French-style garden cultivated by E. I. du Pont bursts with the color of hyacinths, crocuses, daffodils, and other spring flowers while summer offers a peek of the garden’s culinary bounty. If fall foliage is your interest, the best of the season awaits your group tour at Hagley.

From the crisp autumn air to the multi-colored hues of brilliant leaves viewed against towering evergreens, Hagley offers groups a charming journey back to the nineteenth century in a setting of natural splendor. During Holidays at Hagley, the duPont residence is festooned with holiday decorations representing several generations of du Pont family traditions. Please note that some tours are only available seasonally.

Can you accommodate guests with mobility challenges?

Yes. Group tours at Hagley are indoor and outdoor experiences. Choosing weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes will contribute to a great experience. Most of Hagley’s buildings are accessible for persons with disabilities, but not all historic structures can accommodate wheelchairs. A bus that accommodates wheelchairs is available for group tours.

Do you offer group tours for children?
Is there motor coach parking available on site?

Yes. There is ample parking for your motor coach on site.

How much do your tours cost?

Tours start at $17 per person. Two complimentary admissions are given with fifteen paying participants for Group Tours and Group Tour Lunches.

How do I book a tour?

Please contact Bonnie Wirth, Group Tour Manager, at bwirth@hagley.org or 302-658-2400, ext. 259.

What if I have to cancel?

Please contact Bonnie Wirth, Group Tour Manager at least one week in advance of the scheduled tour.

How do I pay for group tours?

Tour payments are due one week in advance.