Take a trip along Delaware's coast! The Delaware coastline features beautiful beaches, stunning wetlands, and world-class seafood restaurants, offering the traveler no end of things to enjoy.
Hiking and swimming are two reasons why Cape Henlopen State Park is one of Delaware's most popular beaches, but the WWII observation tower and military bunker make it truly unique. Dig for clams near the fishing pier, rent bikes for free from the nature center, and take in the view from the top of the tower!
Lewes Beach is located along the bay rather than the Atlantic Ocean, so the waters are incredibly calm and shallow: perfect for families with kids. There are lifeguards on duty during certain seasons, and it's much less crowded than other beaches nearby. It also happens to offer incredible views of the sunset!
Front Street & Canal across from the post office & cannonball house, Lewes, DE, US
If you're looking for a slightly different coastal view, visit the Great Marsh Preserve. The birds and plant life of the coastal wetland is incredibly unique and endangered, and a canoe or kayak excursion of this ecosystem reveals a totally different landscape.
There's also the rime Hook National Wildlife Refuge. This is a great place to get a taste of what Delaware looked like before the Dutch started settling the area in the 1630s: wetlands, native plants, and tons of wildlife. Expect to see lots of majestic birds here.
Nothing says "New England Coast" quite like an old-school diner. Of course, the Milford Diner's pancakes and omelettes are filling and delicious, but they also make some great seafood as well: crab bisque, shrimp salad, and more set this joint apart from other diner experiences.
