Rehoboth Beach is a great place with a great location. This Mid-Atlantic coastal town is just a two hour drive from Baltimore, Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. With a combination of old-fashioned charm and contemporary amenities, downtown Rehoboth Beach has it all.  Along with our boardwalk, beach and ocean views, Rehoboth Beach is the Restaurant Capital of Delaware, a signature town for spas and relaxing vacations, a marvel of upscale (tax-free) boutiques and an amazing place for family fun or romantic getaways. Oh, and we have taffy, t-shirts and beach memories, too. Click on the links below to see specific recommendations of places to shop, eat and stay.

This section covers everything you need to know about visiting, shopping and dining in downtown Rehoboth Beach!  Learn more about why you should visit, shop and dine here!  Did you know that there is no off-season? Rehoboth is a year 'round beach town with events all through the calendar not just the busy summer season.  Support our independently-owned businesses and locally-owned franchises by buying Downtown Gift Certificates or simply get your own discount coupon book today!  Help support downtown and make your mark with an engraved brick paver!  For local area links check out our links to resources! Enjoy your virtual visit! And then come see us in person. There's a great vacation waiting for you in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.

Years ago, beach resorts bustled in the summer and shuttered their doors for the rest of the year. Things have certainly changed!

Summer sizzles at the beach, arcades and ice cream parlors. Rehoboth has bandstand concerts, a Farmer’s Market, miniature golf, amusement park rides for the kids, beach volleyball, cotton candy, pretzels, t-shirts and flip-flops, outdoor dining under the stars, a fantastic boardwalk and beach - and of course, July 4th Fireworks over the ocean. Rehoboth Beach is the Nation’s Summer Capital – our hotels, B&Bs and rentals await the gang for a hot summer/cool time!
 
Fall is packed with special events and glorious weather. Come for the Jazz Fest, Sea Witch Halloween Festival, Sidewalk sales, Pet Costume Parade, Greyhound Weekend, Independent Film Festival, outdoor dining, walks on the beach, 10-k races, and all the tax-free boutique shopping you can pack in as we head toward the holidays. Fall is fantastic in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.

 
Winter boasts holiday lights and sing-a-longs, parades and tax-free shopping! After New Years get set for our Mardi Gras & Gumbo Cook-off, legendary restaurant specials, sports bars to root for your teams, luxurious spa treatments and exquisite accommodations. There are restaurants and rooms for every budget, art galleries and our new museum, receptions and exhibits -  everything from cutting edge contemporary to traditional oils and watercolors by regional and local artists. Celebrate the holidays, banish winter doldrums, or treat your valentine to a cozy fireplace, wonderful meal and an unforgettable get-away.
 
Spring bursts with life with our Chocolate Festival, kite flying events, live music, boardwalk and beach strolls, Easter bonnets, candy bunnies, fashion shows, 10k walks, Restaurant Week, ArtWalk and Paint-Out Weekend. Rent a bicycle for one, two or a whole family in our beach carriages. See what new menus our dozens of gourmet chefs have designed or greet the warming weather with hot dogs, pizza, fries and custard. Dig in to a seafood feast or toast to a joyous occasion. Spring at the beach is a breath of sea air.