10 Best Things to Do in Rehoboth Beach

Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is an iconic attraction in Rehoboth Beach that offers shops, restaurants, and family amusements that bring endless entertainment by the beach. The boardwalk is only about a mile long, but you'll find several seafood restaurants as well as the famous Thrasher's French Fries. The shops on the boardwalk take many different forms, but the toy and kite store tends to stand out among the clothing and souvenir stores. Don't forget to check out the exciting rides to get that adrenaline pumping. You'll find the boardwalk right along the beach on the east side of town.

Funland is an iconic theme park by the beach that features numerous family-friendly rides, including swings, bumper cars, Ferris wheels, and a carousel. Most of the rides are designed for younger children, but there are a few faster ones better suited for teenagers and adults. In addition to the rides, you'll find several games at the park similar to what you'd find at any fair, including Skee-Ball, balloon bust, and goblet toss. You'll find this park right along the boardwalk by the mini-golf course.

Rehoboth Beach Public Beach is the main public beach in town where visitors can relax in the soft sands or splash around in the inviting waters. It can get quite busy in the afternoon during the summer, so it's best to visit early in the morning if you're looking to avoid the crowds. When you're on the beach, you can enjoy the waters in a variety of different ways, including swimming, surfing, and surf fishing. You'll find this beach along the eastern shore of the town.

Gordons Pond is one of the best places in the region if you're looking for outdoor adventure with lookout points, trails, and forested wetlands. Throughout the trails around the pond, you'll find opportunities for both hiking and biking, allowing you to traverse the area as you see fit. About half a mile into the trail, you'll find a boardwalk that's slightly elevated compared to its surroundings. On top of this boardwalk are 2 lookout points that let you take in the natural beauty of the area. You'll find it all on the north side of town by North Shores.

Junction and Breakwater Trail is a mostly crushed-stone trail that stretches through woodlands and offers satisfying hiking and biking opportunities for travelers. While crushed stone may be the norm, a small portion of it at Rehoboth Beach is asphalt, allowing for easy traversal. Dogs are welcome on the trail as well, so you can really bring the whole family along for this outdoor adventure. This trail is located inland from the beach, about halfway to Aspen Meadows to the west.

Jungle Jim's is a larger water park in Delaware that features numerous pools and slides to enjoy, along with bumper boats, mini-golf, and batting cages. The wave pool is especially popular, but little ones can enjoy the much tamer kiddie pool. Additionally, you'll find a lazy river that lets you relax in the water as you float along. The bumper boats are a much more interactive experience at the water park compared to the other attractions, as each boat is equipped with a water gun that lets you squirt your friends. You can experience all the fun yourself in West Rehoboth, around a mile west of the beach.

Penny Lane Mall is an open-air mall that sports a European-inspired design with all sorts of shops that the whole family can enjoy, from toy stores to jewelry stores. Among the top stores of this mall, you'll find classic gift shops, a store that offers specimens collected from the sea like shells, and an ice cream shop. Access to the mall is fairly easy, as it's located right along the beach itself. If you can make it to the boardwalk, you'll find an entrance to the mall right there for your convenience, allowing you to easily integrate a shopping trip into your beach day fun.

Clear Space Theatre is a local institution that hosts a wide variety of performances staged by the local theater company, including plays and musicals. You'll be able to find something entertaining here no matter when you visit. The summer typically features Broadway shows, while spring and fall are more musical-oriented. If you find yourself visiting during the winter, holiday musical performances are common. You can see it all by visiting the theater located just a short walk inland from the beach, south of Lake Gerar Park.

Revelation Craft Brewing Company is dedicated to only using quality ingredients and methods to create quality brews that you can try during a tasting right at their brewery. You'll find a variety of different beers on tap, including IPAs, a Schwarzbier, and Sours, among others. You can visit the brewery for a tasting with samples straight from the source, offering an unrivaled tasting experience. You'll find this brewery in West Rehoboth, a few minutes' drive to the west from the beach.