Set between Rehoboth Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, Dewey Beach is a playground for sun lovers. The coastal town is surrounded by kilometres of beautiful sandy beaches where you can swim, sunbathe and make a splash with watersports. Hire a pontoon boat and cruise around the bay and get your adrenaline flowing with jet ski rentals and banana boat rides. Explore the coastline at your own pace with kayak and SUP rentals.
Get up early to watch the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy a relaxing day at the beach or rent a bike and explore Cape Henlopen State Park. Tour the World War II coastal defence fort and spot dolphins and seals from the Point Overlook. Watch fiery sunsets from the beaches on Rehoboth Bay. Bonfires light up the sand after dark.
Beyond family-friendly beaches, Dewey Beach offers legendary nightlife. Dine at waterfront restaurants, sip frozen margaritas on breezy patios and enjoy local talent at live music venues. You’ll find some of the best bars and nightclubs along Coastal Highway, the town’s bustling main street.
Getting there
Dewey Beach is in Sussex County, a 1.5-hour drive from Wilmington. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Dewey Beach and explore Sussex County at your own pace. Philadelphia International Airport is a two-hour drive away.