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Rehoboth, Dewey, Lewes beach guide 2019

Visitors can find beach bonfires and a legendary nightlife scene in Dewey; Rehoboth is home to a mile-long boardwalk and some of the area’s best restaurants; and those seeking a complete escape from the hustle and bustle head to Lewes for its quiet beaches and charming, historic town. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Kate Ryan)
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Rehoboth Beach is known as the “Nation’s Summer Capital” because it attracts so many beach goers from the D.C. area. (Courtesy Keller Williams Delaware Beaches/Terry O’Brien)
The beach at Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
The view of the beach at Rehoboth is gorgeous. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Kayaking is a wildly popular summertime activity. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Kayaking is a wildly popular summertime activity on Delmarva. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Nicola Pizza in Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Grab a slice or a pie at Nicola Pizza in Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Nicola Pizza in Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
You won’t be disappointed at Nicola Pizza in Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
(ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Judy Taub)
From famous dive bars to quaint and charming eateries, there’ no shortage of great restaurants in Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Lewes. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Judy Taub)
Beachgoers wait for their orders at Gus & Gus in Rehoboth Beach, Del. (Jason Minto/The News Journal via AP)
From famous dive bars to quaint and charming eateries, there' no shortage of great restaurants in Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Lewes. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Megan Cloherty)
You could eat out every night in Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Lewes — if you wanted. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Megan Cloherty)
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Visitors play on the beach at Delaware Seashore State Park in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. (Courtesy Delaware State Parks)
“The beach is king. People like to use it year-round. They want to walk on the beach in the winter. They walk to walk the dog on the beach. They want to bring their grandkids to the beach in the summer,” said Long & Foster real estate agent Allison Stine. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Kate Ryan)
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The sunset seen on the beach at Delaware Seashore State Park in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. (Courtesy Delaware State Parks)
A woman walks along Rehoboth Beach in this ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp file photo. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Michelle Basch)
A woman walks along Rehoboth Beach in this ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp file photo. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Michelle Basch)
A dune protects oceanfront homes in Dewey Beach, Delaware
A dune protects oceanfront homes in Dewey Beach, Delaware. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Colleen Kelleher)
Visitors can find beach bonfires and a legendary nightlife scene in Dewey; Rehoboth is home to a mile-long boardwalk and some of the area’s best restaurants; and those seeking a complete escape from the hustle and bustle head to Lewes for its quiet beaches and charming, historic town.   (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Kate Ryan)
Visitors can find beach bonfires and a legendary nightlife scene in Dewey; Rehoboth is home to a mile-long boardwalk and some of the area’s best restaurants; and those seeking a complete escape from the hustle and bustle head to Lewes for its quiet beaches and charming, historic town. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Kate Ryan)
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The beach at Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Kayaking is a wildly popular summertime activity. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Nicola Pizza in Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
Nicola Pizza in Rehoboth. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/John Domen)
(ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Judy Taub)
From famous dive bars to quaint and charming eateries, there' no shortage of great restaurants in Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Lewes. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Megan Cloherty)
Delaware Seashore State Park
Delaware Seashore State Park
A woman walks along Rehoboth Beach in this ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp file photo. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Michelle Basch)
A dune protects oceanfront homes in Dewey Beach, Delaware
Visitors can find beach bonfires and a legendary nightlife scene in Dewey; Rehoboth is home to a mile-long boardwalk and some of the area’s best restaurants; and those seeking a complete escape from the hustle and bustle head to Lewes for its quiet beaches and charming, historic town.   (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Kate Ryan)

For more beach news, traffic and weather, visit ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp’s Summer Beach Guide section.


North of Bethany Beach, Delaware, is a triple-town stretch of oceanfront Delaware destinations: Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach and Lewes Beach.

The three neighboring beach towns are only separated by a few miles of land, but each maintains its own sense of place.

Headed to the beaches bordering the Rehoboth/Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean? Let ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp’s Guide to Rehoboth, Dewey, Lewes help you navigate the area’s summer activities, best restaurants and can’t-miss events.

How do Dewey Beach, Rehoboth and Lewes differ?

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’s 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.

Rehoboth Beach restaurants you need to try

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.

Go to:  on Wilmington Avenue in Rehoboth. It’s hard to pick just one oyster joint, and if you’re OK with spending lots of money, you have a ton of choices in Rehoboth that won’t let you down. ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp went with this one this year because it has all the seafood you could want, including an extensive raw bar, as well as the ambiance you look for in a nice restaurant. Plus, it’s the kind of cuisine you think about when you go to the beach.

Take your kids to: . Come on, Nicobolis are iconic. You always find a way to get at least one. And then you scheme how to get some frozen ones home. Nicola has two locations on 1st Street and Rehboth Avenue.

 



 

Go here for the first time: just opened on Baltimore Avenue Rehoboth. It’s an Italian restaurant that opened over the winter. One of the owners is a former minor league player with the Baltimore Orioles from the area. , who knows the restaurant scene there as well as anyone, rates it highly.

You probably haven’t tried this place, but you’ll wish you did: , on the Forgotten Mile between Rehoboth and Dewey. Just trust us.

Get breakfast at:  Outstanding bagels and sandwiches. Chill vibe. The kind of place you want to walk into to start your day.

Need a pizza?  on Rehoboth Avenue in Rehoboth will find a way to make everyone happy.

Love coffee? Grab a cup of coffee at 



Breweries and nightlife in Rehoboth Beach, Lewes and Dewey Beach 

  • Drink in the salt air — and the craft beer: Beer lovers will have a ball at the beach. In Rehoboth, there’s 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’s no shortage of options — 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.

Family fun in Rehoboth Beach, Dewey and Lewes 

  • Wildlife and water sports: There are planned at Dewey Beach through out the summer, or check out crabbing and . in Lewes offers calm beaches surrounded by woodlands. There’s a great , with fishing areas along the way. Take a tour of the or catch a ride on the  and spend a day in Cape May, New Jersey.
  • 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 Delaware’s lack of sales tax — especially on rainy days. For smaller, independent stores, head to downtown Rehoboth and . New to Rehoboth in 2019 is which is popular in Ocean City, Maryland. In addition to outlet and boutique shopping in the area, here are some other entertaining activities: Peruse the selection at 
  • The Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk: Rehoboth’s 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 or some hot fries from . There are free concerts at the  at 8 p.m. Fridays through Sundays during the summer. And the kids will love the rides and games at .
Right near the bandstand and the boardwalk in downtown Rehoboth is Thrasher’s, a popular spot for hot french fries. (ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp/Kate Ryan)
  • Dewey Beach movies and bonfires: Dewey Beach hosts Monday nights June 24 through Aug. 19, and  Wednesdays, June 26 through Aug. 21.
  • Rehoboth’s 4th Annual Beach Goes Red, White & Blue Event: On June 8, 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: °ä²¹³Ù³¦³óÌýand fireworks (beginning at 9 p.m.) in Lewes. Dewey starting around 9 p.m.
  • Fresh fruits and veggies: The operates from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays  in the summer. The historic runs from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays at George H.P. Smith Park and from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wednesdays at Crooked Hammock Brewery in the summer.
  • Go bowling: , arcade and laser tag arena is a great hangout for adults and kids alike.
  • Visit Silver Lake neighborhoods: Explore Rehoboth’s Silver Lake neighborhood for a change in scenery. Walk along the lakefront and take in the views of the beautiful homes.

±á´Ç·ÉÌýdo you get around Rehoboth, Dewey and Lewes?

Parking is at a premium during the summer months in Rehoboth Beach and Dewey.

Take advantage of the , which makes stops at the outlets, the boardwalk, and Dewey and Lewes beaches. The DART Beach Bus runs frequently.

The runs throughout Dewey and Rehoboth from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day. It’s $3 one way and $5 round trip. See the takes.

In Lewes, you will need a car to get around.

Where do you stay in Rehoboth, Dewey and Lewes — Rehoboth, Dewey and Lewes hotels, Rehoboth, Dewey and Lewes rentals and Rehoboth, Dewey and Lewes condos?

Rehoboth has a slew of , ²¹²Ô»åÌý that visitors can check out.

There are also weekend rentals aplenty, both from and .

For Dewey Beach, has tons of options whether you’re looking to stay near the town’s hot spots or the beach.

Their showings for Lewes are , but the .

For more beach news, traffic and weather, visit ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp’s Summer Beach Guide section.

ÃÛÌÒÊÓÆµapp’s Rachel Nania, John Domen, Will Vitka and Colleen Kelleher contributed to this report.

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