The Travelers’ Field Guide to Delaware

Discover Delaware’s Hidden Gems and Unique Attractions

Explore Delaware’s small-but-mighty charm with cool, hidden, and unusual experiences. From quiet bayside trails and quirky historic sites to offbeat adventures along the coast, there’s plenty waiting to be uncovered in the First State.

UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2025

Delaware Travel Resources

The Travelers’ Field Guide is here to give you a feel for Delaware — from hidden gems to favorite local stops — but sometimes it helps to have a few extra tools in your back pocket. These statewide resources can round out your planning: Visit Delaware for trip ideas and guides, Delaware State Parks for maps and programs, Delaware Byways for scenic drives, the Delaware History Trail for historic highlights, and event calendars from DNREC and Southern Delaware Tourism for what’s happening across the state.

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Visit Delaware
https://www.visitdelaware.com
The state’s official tourism website with trip ideas, regional highlights, and itineraries.

Delaware State Parks
https://destateparks.com
Details on state parks, camping, trails, and year-round outdoor programs.

Delaware Byways
https://delawarebyways.com
A guide to the state’s scenic routes, including the Brandywine Valley, Bayshore, and Historic Red Clay byways.

Delaware History Trail
https://history.delaware.gov/trail
A self-guided trail highlighting historic sites across the state, complete with a downloadable passport.

DNREC Events Calendar
https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/events
A statewide calendar of hikes, nature programs, volunteer days, and environmental events.

Southern Delaware Tourism
https://visitsoutherndelaware.com
Focused on the beaches and coastal towns, with events, dining, and lodging ideas.

Amtrak – Delaware Travel
https://www.amtrak.com
Schedules and stations for rail travel in and out of Delaware, including Wilmington and Newark.