Rehoboth Beach Travel Guide
City Coastal Delaware resort town with popular boardwalk
Delaware’s Rehoboth offers a family-friendly boardwalk, shallow Atlantic beaches, boutique shops and Delaware Avenue restaurants; summer festivals and a lively LGBTQ scene keep the streets active long after the sun sets.
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Why Visit Rehoboth Beach? #
A classic East Coast resort, this beach town appeals to families and food lovers who want easy beaches with welcoming amenities. The Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk stretches along broad sand and hosts casual eateries and arcades like Funland that keep kids entertained. Cape Henlopen State Park offers dunes, birding and bike trails for active days, while a lively dining scene and tax-free shops on Rehoboth Avenue round out what visitors enjoy. It’s an accessible seaside destination with a friendly, small-city feel.
Best Things to Do in Rehoboth Beach
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Rehoboth Beach Bucket List
- Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk - Walk the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk for shops, arcades, and ocean views.
- Funland - Ride vintage amusements and family rides at Funland on the boardwalk.
- Rehoboth Beach Bandstand - Catch live concerts and seasonal events at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand on the boardwalk.
- Thrasher's French Fries - Grab a cone of Thrasher's French Fries, an old-school boardwalk institution.
- Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market - Explore the seasonal farmers market for local produce, crafts, and prepared foods.
- Clear Space Theatre Company - See community theater and summer performances at Clear Space Theatre Company downtown.
- Lewes and Cape Henlopen State Park - Short drive to Lewes for colonial museums, Cape Henlopen State Park beach access.
- Dewey Beach - Visit Dewey Beach for lively bars, water sports, and family-friendly beaches nearby.
Best Time to Visit Rehoboth Beach #
Rehoboth Beach is best from June through August for hot beach weather, boardwalk fun, and festivals. Spring and early fall offer milder temperatures and fewer crowds.
Best Time to Visit Rehoboth Beach #
Rehoboth Beach's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1084 mm/year), wettest in August, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (107 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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How to Get to Rehoboth Beach
Rehoboth Beach is easiest to reach by car from nearby regional airports such as Salisbury (SBY) or by driving from Philadelphia (PHL). Seasonal buses and shuttles operate in summer, but a car or pre-booked transfer is usually most convenient.
Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport (SBY): The closest airport with commercial service; drive to Rehoboth Beach is roughly 40-50 minutes. Rental cars and taxis are available at the airport for the short transfer to the Delaware shore.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL): A major gateway with broader flight options; driving to Rehoboth is typically about 2-2.5 hours depending on traffic. From PHL you can rent a car or use regional bus/shuttle services that serve the Delaware beaches seasonally.
Train: The nearest Amtrak stations are in Wilmington, DE and Philadelphia; from these stations you must continue by car or bus to reach Rehoboth Beach.
Bus: DART First State operates seasonal Beach Bus and local routes in Delaware; intercity buses and private shuttles run from Philadelphia and other regional hubs to Rehoboth Beach in summer-check DART and private operators for current routes and fares.
How to Get Around Rehoboth Beach #
Rehoboth Beach’s boardwalk and downtown are very walkable, with most restaurants and shops a short stroll from the beach. In summer there are seasonal beach shuttles and local bus services; parking becomes scarce on busy days. Rideshare and taxis are available but can be slow during peak season, so plan ahead for evenings and weekends.
Where to Stay in Rehoboth Beach #
- Atlantic Sands Hotel & Conference Center - Budget-friendly beachfront rooms.
- Rehoboth Beach Motel - Simple rooms near the boardwalk.
- Boardwalk Plaza Hotel - Direct boardwalk access and ocean views.
- Bellmoor Inn & Spa - Boutique spa hotel near the beach.
- Sandcastle at Rehoboth Beach - Upscale suites on the boardwalk.
- Boutique luxury inns and suites - Higher-end boutique properties near beach.
Where to Eat in Rehoboth Beach #
- Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats - Brewpub with inventive seafood dishes
- Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar - Raw bar and coastal dinner menu
- Grotto Pizza (Rehoboth) - Family-friendly pizza near the boardwalk
- Salt Air Kitchen & Bar - Contemporary coastal plates and cocktails
- Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats - Well-known brewery with pub menu
- Thrasher's Fries - Classic boardwalk fries and snacks
- The Pickled Pig Pub - Comfort plates in a relaxed pub setting
- Midway Gyros - Quick Mediterranean and gyro sandwiches
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Rehoboth Beach's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.
Nightlife in Rehoboth Beach #
Nightlife livens up in summer with lively bars, seafood restaurants and seasonal beachfront events; the boardwalk is a social hub. Outside peak season the town is much quieter and many venues scale back hours. If you want a busier scene visit on summer weekends or around holiday periods.
Shopping in Rehoboth Beach #
Rehoboth offers a mix of small boutiques, beachwear shops and local galleries along the main streets and boardwalk. Nearby outlet shopping is available for brand-name retail outside the town center. Expect a tourist-oriented retail scene with many seasonal stores open primarily in the summer months.
