Sussex County, DE

Delaware

A sandy beach with a wooden fence and dunes.
A sandy beach with a wooden fence and dunes leading to a calm blue sea.
A bridge with two towers and cables, illuminated at night.
A boardwalk with shops, a clock, and a beach.
A kayaker in a bright orange kayak on a calm lake with clear water, surrounded by rocks and greenery, and a dock with a building in the background.

Popular cities in Sussex County

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Rehoboth Beach
Known for Beaches, Walking and Shopping
Cool off in clear water, soak up the friendly atmosphere, and enjoy some high-quality food and handcrafted beer at one of the North East’s best-loved beach towns.

Reasons to visit

  • Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk
  • Rehoboth Beach
  • Funland
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A boardwalk with shops, a clock, and a beach.
Bethany Beach
Known for Beaches, Walking and Family-friendly
This quiet resort town is famous for its seafood restaurants, clean beaches and quaint village charm.

Reasons to visit

  • Bethany Beach Boardwalk
  • Bethany Beach Beaches
  • Indian River Inlet
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A kayaker in a bright orange kayak on a calm lake with clear water, surrounded by rocks and greenery, and a dock with a building in the background.
Dewey Beach
Known for Beaches, Sea and Surfing
This small coastal Delaware village is known for its scenic beach, exciting nightlife and proximity to nature reserves and state parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Dewey Beach
  • Indian Beach
  • Sunset Park
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A wooden building with a sign for 'King's Homemade Ice Cream' and a Citizens Bank sign.
Lewes
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Historical
The Atlantic Ocean needs to be savored for its sights, smells and sounds. Some places lend themselves naturally to this sensorial experience.

Reasons to visit

  • Lewes Beach
  • Cape Henlopen Beach
  • 1812 Memorial Park
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A beachfront residential area with multi-story houses, a wooden fence, and sand dunes.
Fenwick Island
Known for Beaches, Dining and Sea
Delaware’s little seaside paradise is a hidden treasure for fishers, surfers, sailors and vacationers.

Reasons to visit

  • Fenwick Island State Park
  • Fenwick Island Beach
  • Fenwick Island Lighthouse
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Ocean View
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Sea
Come to relaxing Ocean View and enjoy its beaches, forests, and marina.
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Fenwick Island State Park

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Within a few feet, beachgoers have the option of entering the open ocean or being in calmer water on the inside shore.
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