Best Places to Visit in Delaware
Sometimes you just want to get out and explore. We try to strike a good balance of places that you will really enjoy. Finding ideas for family friendly outings, or interesting places to go in Delaware with your friends, both are at your fingertips here with America Top 10. We aim to give you plenty of ideas without you having to do all the research. That way you can easily decide if you want to explore Delaware sites or check out the sites in another state.
You have also heard how it is becoming a lot more popular to have staycations (where you stay home instead of going to far off places) and discover new and interesting places in the near vicinity. We try to make that easier for you. Check out the sites in Delaware that have become local favorites easily with our site.
We hope that we have provided you plenty of choices in Delaware whether this is a new area for you or your own back yard. Something a little different from the typical amusement park. If you really loved somewhere but don’t see them on our list let us know, we are always looking to improve our lists and we can only do that with your help.
Winterthur Museum
Winterthur, DE
Founded by Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur is the premier museum of American decorative arts, reflecting both early America and the du Pont family’s life here. Its 60-acre naturalistic garden is among the country’s best, and its research library serves scholars from around the world. They invite you to visit and explore this place of beauty, history, and learning. Winterthur is set amidst a 1,000-acre preserve of rolling meadows and woodlands.
Launch Trampoline Park
Newark, DE
Great Escape Delaware
Newark, DE
Pick one of their themed rooms and you and your teammates will enter a completely immersive experience. Once the door closes and the timer starts counting down, your adrenaline will begin racing as you and your team work to make your Great Escape. Whether you are looking for a great team building exercise with co-workers, a night out with friends, a family bonding night, or an exciting date, you will find it at Great Escape Delaware.
Delaware State Parks
Laurel, DE
Enjoy the natural diversity of Delaware’s 17 state parks. From hiking, camping, swimming, and fishing, to nature programs and touring historic sites. The Division of Parks and Recreation operates and maintains 15 state parks and related preserves and greenways throughout Delaware totaling more than 20,000 acres. The state’s land protection programs, as well as the state’s Greenways program, are administered by the Division. The Division is also responsible for providing recreational opportunities and educational and interpretive programs for the public.
Viking Golf Family Park
Fenwick Island, DE
Viking Golf family park is located in Fenwick Island, Delaware, just seconds north of Ocean City, Maryland. A shore tradition, our park includes one of the most challenging 18-hole miniature golf courses, a go-kart track, Thunder Lagoon Waterpark as well as various concessions nestled in our little Viking village and Boardwalk. Such popular eats as pizza, burgers, beach fries, funnel cakes, ice cream and caramel popcorn are prepared to order and sure to satisfy all hungry Vikings.
Air Mobility Command Museum
Dover AFB, DE
Where do old airplanes go? The lucky ones go to the Air Mobility Command Museum, the only museum dedicated to airlift and air refueling history. The museum houses over 30 aircraft varying in roles and sizes. Cargo haulers, fighters, helicopters, a presidential aircraft, and even a bomber; the museum has a little bit of everything. Learn about the humanitarian and war efforts the men and women undertook to help aid those in need and support the U.S. military.
White Clay Creek State Park
Newark, DE
Come to White Clay Creek to escape the encroaching development of New Castle County. The park’s lush greenery and sparkling streams offer a refreshing change of pace and countless opportunities for outdoor fun and relaxation.
Jungle Jim’s River Safari Water Park
Rehoboth Beach, DE
Jungle Jim’s features Delaware’s largest waterpark, and additional fun with go-karts, bumper boats, mini-golf, batting cages and more. Jungle Jim’s remains your one-stop shop for fantastic family fun in southern Delaware. Jungle Jim’s River Safari Waterpark has a Master Blaster uphill water coaster, wave pool, lazy river, kiddie pool, activity pool and five additional waterslides.
Delaware Children’s Museum
Wilmington, DE