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Family travel in Delaware

Delaware Family Travel Guide 2026

What Delaware offers families — sorted by age group, energy level, and patience required.

Delaware, the First State, packs remarkable diversity into the nation's second-smallest state — from the cosmopolitan Wilmington riverfront and historic New Castle's cobblestone streets to the Victorian beach resort of Rehoboth Beach and the wild marshes of Cape Henlopen. Rich in colonial and Revolutionary War history, home to major corporate headquarters and the DuPont dynasty's legacy estates, and bordered by Atlantic beaches, Delaware rewards visitors who look beyond its modest size.

Family activities

Engaging experiences for travellers of every age.

All ages

Funland Amusement Park

All ages

Cape Henlopen State Park Beach

3-12

Delaware Museum of Nature and Science

All ages

Brandywine Zoo

Adults only

Dogfish Head Brewery Tour (ages 21+)

6+

Lums Pond State Park Kayaking and Zip Line

All ages

Gordon's Pond Cycling

All ages

Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk

All ages

Cape May-Lewes Ferry Crossing

All ages

Bombay Hook NWR Auto Tour

Family-friendly hotels

Accommodation designed with families in mind.

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Cape Henlopen State Park Campground

Family

Hampton Inn & Suites Dewey Beach

Family

Rehoboth Beach Hotel

Family

Bellmoor Inn and Spa

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Eating out as a family.

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Family travel tips

Practical advice for stress-free family trips.

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Build downtime into every day — over-scheduled kids melt down faster than tired adults.

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Carry snacks, water, and a small first-aid kit at all times.

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Many attractions offer discounted family tickets — ask at the ticket window.