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There's always something new to do or discover in Delaware. We've packaged fun and excitement into Delaware's 1,982 square miles. Find destinations, attractions and activities throughout the state that will make your time here first-rate.

Delaware's history spans from pre-Colonial days to the present. Enjoy museums and monuments that honor all aspects of our rich heritage, from the Nanticoke and Lenni-Lenape Indians to agriculture, science and industry through the years. Visit Fort Delaware, which held prisoners of war from Stonewall Jackson's Confederate Army. Explore Old New Castle, the first capital of Delaware, and Dover, the capital today. Whatever era interests you, we invite you to discover it in Delaware.

Forests, rivers, parks and campgrounds provide the ideal setting for some of the state's best outdoor adventures. Canoeing. Fishing. Golfing. Biking. Hiking. Bird-watching. Horse-riding. Hunting. Boating. There's something for everyone throughout the year.

With their lakes and nature trails, campsites and fishing holes, Delaware's 14 state parks provide a back-to-basics retreat for visitors of all ages. Within the parks, you'll also find historic buildings, nature centers, cultural programs, tours and plenty of other ways to spend the day.

Charming bed and breakfasts. Luxury hotels. Historic inns. Stately manors. Budget-friendly motels. Campgrounds. No matter what part of the state you choose to visit or what types of amenities you need, you'll find a place that fits the bill in Delaware.

Cities & Towns in Delaware

  • Frederica - Home to Barratt's Chapel Museum, known as the Independence Hall of American Methodism.

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