Delaware is a great state for a getaway, but all of your weekend trips don’t have to involve sitting in traffic in Rehoboth Beach or dining at every great restaurant on Market Street in Wilmington. While there’s nothing wrong with spending time in Delaware’s busier cities and towns, sometimes a small-town getaway is what you need. When peace and quiet is what you crave, head to any of these charming small towns.
- Yorklyn
Flickr / James Walsh Yorklyn is a little community on the outskirts of Wilmington, and it makes for a great day trip destination. Visit the Ashland Covered Bridge, take a hike through Oversee Farm, visit the Marshall Steam Musuem at Auburn Valley State Park, or spend some time in the Center for the Creative Arts. On Sundays in the summer, the center hosts an outdoor farmers market!
- Georgetown
Flickr / Eric B. Walker Georgetown was once the capital of Delaware, and it is packed with history. The Circle is still the center of town, and if you’re looking for a relaxing getaway, book a stay at the Brick Hotel on the Circle and spend the weekend walking around and learning about Delaware’s early history.
- Bethany Beach
Flickr / Susan Smith Bethany Beach is a quiet town that’s perfect for family vacations. Skip the traffic of Rehoboth and the rowdy bar scene of Dewey and just enjoy one of Delaware’s quiet resort towns this summer.
- Bowers Beach
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie Bowers is a wonderful spot for a weekend trip with kids. The Maritime Museum is a great spot to spend the day learning about the shipwreck and pirate history of the coast, and the bay makes for a great spot to splash around to cool off.
- Milford
Facebook / City of Milford Downtown Milford is one of the most charming communities in Delaware! Visit small shops, great restaurants, and be sure to walk along the Mispillion Riverwalk! In the summer, markets and festivals define this town.
What’s your favorite small town in Delaware?
Flickr / James Walsh
Yorklyn is a little community on the outskirts of Wilmington, and it makes for a great day trip destination. Visit the Ashland Covered Bridge, take a hike through Oversee Farm, visit the Marshall Steam Musuem at Auburn Valley State Park, or spend some time in the Center for the Creative Arts. On Sundays in the summer, the center hosts an outdoor farmers market!
Flickr / Eric B. Walker
Georgetown was once the capital of Delaware, and it is packed with history. The Circle is still the center of town, and if you’re looking for a relaxing getaway, book a stay at the Brick Hotel on the Circle and spend the weekend walking around and learning about Delaware’s early history.
Flickr / Susan Smith
Bethany Beach is a quiet town that’s perfect for family vacations. Skip the traffic of Rehoboth and the rowdy bar scene of Dewey and just enjoy one of Delaware’s quiet resort towns this summer.
Flickr / Mike Mahaffie
Bowers is a wonderful spot for a weekend trip with kids. The Maritime Museum is a great spot to spend the day learning about the shipwreck and pirate history of the coast, and the bay makes for a great spot to splash around to cool off.
Facebook / City of Milford
Downtown Milford is one of the most charming communities in Delaware! Visit small shops, great restaurants, and be sure to walk along the Mispillion Riverwalk! In the summer, markets and festivals define this town.
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