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WASHINGTON 鈥� North of Bethany Beach, Delaware, is the final stretch of oceanfront destinations in the 蜜桃视频app Summer Beach Guide: Dewey, Rehoboth and Lewes.
The three neighboring beach towns are only separated by a few miles of land, but each maintains its own sense of place.
Visitors can find beach bonfires and a legendary night life scene in Dewey; Rehoboth is home to a mile-long boardwalk and some of the area鈥檚 best restaurants; and those seeking a complete escape from the hustle and bustle head to Lewes for its quiet beaches and charming, historic town. All three are home to a growing craft brewery scene.
Best of all: The three towns are within a few minutes of each other by car.
Headed to the beaches bordering the Rehoboth/Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean? Let this guide help you navigate the area鈥檚 most exciting summer activities, best restaurants and can鈥檛-miss events.
Don’t Miss
- New additions: The 2018 beach season brings a handful of new restaurants, including , and in Rehoboth. joins Lewes, and聽聽launches in Dewey.
- Drink in the salt air 鈥斅燼nd the craft beer: Beer lovers will have a ball at the beach. In Rehoboth, there鈥檚 the , and . Lewes is home to , and Dewey has the
- Night life: Looking for a fun night out with live music and fresh-squeezed crushes? There鈥檚 no shortage of options 鈥� especially in Dewey Beach. , , and are perhaps the most well-known haunts for evening entertainment and eats. Music lovers flock to for its nightly lineup.
- Wildlife and water sports:聽Check out free clinics Saturdays, June 17 through July 8 in Dewey Beach, or crabbing and in Rehoboth. in Lewes offers calm beaches, surrounded by woodlands. There鈥檚 a great from the park to Rehoboth, with fishing areas along the way. Take a tour of the or catch a from Lewes to Cape May.
- Shopping: No beach guide for Rehoboth and Dewey is complete without a mention of outlet shopping. draws a large crowd looking to take advantage of the state鈥檚 lack of sales tax 鈥� especially on rainy days. For smaller, independent stores, head to downtown Rehoboth and .
- The Rehoboth Boardwalk: Rehoboth鈥檚 mile-long boardwalk (and surrounding streets) is lined with restaurants, shops and galleries. Pick up some saltwater taffy at the famous , grab a refreshing scoop of ice cream at the appropriately named , spring for a slice of pizza at the iconic Grotto Pizza or some hot fries from . hosts free summer concerts Fridays through Sundays in the summer at 8 p.m.聽[Read more: How Rehoboth hot spot picks new ice cream flavors]
Food
Food lovers will feel right at home in the area. Rehoboth, alone, has more than 100 restaurants, and Lewes has its share of cute and inviting eateries.
Where to Eat: Dewey, Rehoboth, Lewes
The operates Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the summer; the historic runs Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon, and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the summer.
Activities and Events
- Movies and bonfires on the beach: Dewey Beach hosts free聽 Monday nights June 2 through Aug. 20, and 聽Wednesdays, July 3 through Aug. 29.
- The 3rd Annual Beach Goes Red, White & Blue Event: On June 9, the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Delaware’s police officers, firefighters, paramedics and military members. takes place around the Rehoboth bandstand, beginning at 11 a.m.
- Fourth of July: 颁补迟肠丑听and (beginning at 9 p.m.) in Lewes, and the annual race in Rehoboth.
Rainy Days
Don鈥檛 let bad weather get you down. In addition to outlet and boutique shopping in the area, here are some other entertaining activities:
- Peruse the selection at in Rehoboth and pick out your next beach read.
- Grab a cup of coffee at
- Explore Rehoboth鈥檚 Silver Lake neighborhood for a change in scenery. Walk along the lakefront and take in the views of the beautiful homes.
- : This indoor bowling alley, arcade and laser tag arena is a great hangout for adults and kids, alike.
How to Get Around
Carol Everhart, president and CEO of the Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce, said metered street parking is at a premium during the summer months.
She suggests taking advantage of the town鈥檚 , which makes stops at the outlets, the boardwalk, and Dewey and Lewes beaches.
The Jolly Trolley runs throughout Dewey and Rehoboth Memorial Day through Labor Day, and visitors can purchase a parking permit at the visitor鈥檚 center for additional parking options.
Two new options for accommodations are coming online for the season, including (formerly the Sea Esta III). in downtown Rehoboth recently added rooms and amenities.
