A Week in Coastal Delaware

If you have a week’s vacation to spend, Coastal Delaware is a perfect spot to visit. Whether you want a family vacation, craft beer tour, adventure, guys’ or girls’ week away, solo excursion or anything else, this part of the country has everything you need.

What to Do at Bethany Beach

If you’re spending the week at Bethany Beach, you can:

  • Stroll along the old-fashioned boardwalk, stopping for snacks and checking out the gift shops.

  • Catch a free concert at the bandstand if you’re there in the summer.

  • Dine at award-winning local restaurants.

  • Taste craft beers at nearby Ocean View Brewing and other breweries.

  • Take in a sunset or sunrise at the beach and go looking for shells, beach stones and sea glass.

  • Swim or go on a boat tour.

What to Do in Coastal Delaware

If you’re in Coastal Delaware and have a week to take in the sights and sounds, you might want to:

  • Check out museums and attractions, like the Lightship Overfalls, Cannonball House, Zwaanendeal Museum, Fort Miles Museum, Indian River Life-Saving Station and all the lighthouses.

  • Go on a stroll along one of the coastal trails.

  • Book a boat tour to see the wildlife and even enjoy dinner on the water.

  • Book some time at a spa.

  • Go shopping for books, clothes, art or anything you love.

Your Itinerary for a Week-Long Beach Vacation

If you’ve got a week to spend, here’s a sample itinerary of how you can spend your time:

  • Day 1: Arrive in Coastal Delaware and settle in. Head out to the nearest beach to eat some seafood and take in the sights.

  • Day 2: Get up early to catch a sunrise over the water, then head to one of the nearby state parks or nature preserves to catch photos of wildlife and take a stroll. After an afternoon nap, check out some local breweries and grab some food before strolling along a boardwalk.

  • Day 3: Find some local lighthouses and grab lunch on a deck overlooking the water. Finish the day by visiting local museums and art galleries, and have dinner on the beach during sunset.

  • Day 4: Start the day with some shopping, grabbing a few local treasures that’ll remind you of your trip. Then grab a drink and a meal at Thompson Island Brewing Company. Head to downtown Rehoboth to check out art galleries and unique shops.

  • Day 5: Visit Cape Henlopen State Park and fish off the pier or rent a kayak or bike to explore the more than 5,000 acres of nature and coastal areas. Finish your outdoor adventures with a delicious dinner out.

  • Day 6: Visit Funland amusement park and spend some time on the beach. Fit in a few bites to eat and check the local news to see what evening activities are available.

  • Day 7: On your last day, check off any activities you couldn’t quite squeeze earlier.

Start Planning 

If you have a week’s vacation and want to make the most of your time at Coastal Delaware, start planning by downloading the free Southern Delaware travel guide from Ocean View Brewing. We know the area and offer great tips and ideas to make your vacation memorable!  

Caroline Judge