Take a stroll through the dunes at Cape Henlopen State Park It’s a picture-postcard view: A curving stretch of sand and dunes, jutting out into the Delaware Bay just off the coast of Lewes, offering a sparkling view of the dignified lighthouses offshore. Cape Henlopen State Park’s incredible natural beauty is on full display along the Walking Dunes Trail , which winds through the park and passes the Great Dune Overlook , where you’ll want to pause for a view of the ocean from your breezy perch 80 feet in the air. Up and down its festive length, the kids happily chew saltwater taffy while mom and dad enjoy salty french fries—drizzled with vinegar, Delaware style. Perpendicular to the boardwalk is this old beach town’s main street— Rehoboth Avenue — home to some of the East Coast’s most exciting dining destinations and more than a few exclusive (and tax-free) boutiques. Take the kids (and yourself) on the rides at Funland It’s a rite of passage for many locals and travelers since 1962: Strolling up the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk together toward Funland , the old-school but perpetually cool mini amusement park just steps from the sand. Sounds of skeeball and fun-seeking families fill the air, laced with the irresistible aromas of salt-flecked fries and sugar-dusted funnel cakes. All through the neon-lit night, a happy buzz permeates the scene, creating something enduring and indelible that lasts forever in your memories of Delaware. Stroll and shop the Rehoboth Boardwalk There’s no place in Delaware quite like this: A breezy timber boardwalk, stretching along the shoreline between the beach and the city’s center, lined with little shops and frequently filled with flip-flopping sunbathers. Funland Discover Downtown Dover Victorian homes line shady streets of the capital city, a place where echoes of the American Revolution still linger and where historic sites inspire visions of another age. Take a tour of landmarks along The Green and around Legislative Hall , shop at the boutiques and grab a bite to eat along Loockerman Street . Explore can’t-miss events: First Fridays , Colonial-accented Dover Days and the Amish Country Bike Tour , or immerse yourself in military aviation history at the Air Mobility Command Museum . Explore one of Delaware’s Trails of Discovery Tap into some of Delaware’s best attractions by following Delaware’s Trails of Discovery , a step-by-step guide to getting the most out of your trip. First, pick one of three trails, based on your own interests: local craft beverages, historic sites, or Insta-worthy street art. Then, download your “passport” or app, and start your journey. 8
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