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Highest-rated things to do in Delaware by visitors

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When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Delaware your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Delaware reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Delaware using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Delaware, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#29. DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum

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#29. DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum

- Rating: 4.5/5 (170 reviews)
- City: Fenwick Island
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#28. Wilmington and Western Railroad

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3 / 30

#28. Wilmington and Western Railroad

- Rating: 4.4/5 (182 reviews)
- City: Wilmington
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#20. Fenwick Island State Park

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#20. Fenwick Island State Park

- Rating: 4.5/5 (199 reviews)
- City: Fenwick Island
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#18. Tanger Outlets Rehoboth Beach Surfside

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#18. Tanger Outlets Rehoboth Beach Surfside

- Rating: 4.2/5 (441 reviews)
- City: Rehoboth Beach
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#14. Delaware Seashore State Park

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#14. Delaware Seashore State Park

- Rating: 4.2/5 (473 reviews)
- City: Rehoboth Beach
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#13. Bethany Beach Boardwalk

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18 / 30

#13. Bethany Beach Boardwalk

- Rating: 4.4/5 (487 reviews)
- City: Bethany Beach
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#10. Rehoboth Beach Public Beach

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#10. Rehoboth Beach Public Beach

- Rating: 4.4/5 (1,710 reviews)
- City: Rehoboth Beach
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#9. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

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#9. Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,071 reviews)
- City: Winterthur
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#8. Hagley Museum And Library

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23 / 30

#8. Hagley Museum And Library

- Rating: 4.7/5 (841 reviews)
- City: Wilmington
- Read more on Tripadvisor

#4. Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk

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27 / 30

#4. Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk

- Rating: 4.4/5 (2,019 reviews)
- City: Rehoboth Beach
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#1. Cape May - Lewes Ferry

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#1. Cape May - Lewes Ferry

- Rating: 4.6/5 (1,970 reviews)
- City: Lewes
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 51 states.

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