Things to do & places to visit in Dewey Beach, Delaware, United States

Delaware's Dewey Beach is a spectacular sandbar community - on one side is Rehoboth bay, and on the other side there are the open waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Dewey Beach itself is a small town of less than 400 people, but it has become a popular tourist destination for anyone interested in water sports and beach vacations, and is the perfect spot for a relaxing family getaway. If you get tired of Dewey Beach, which is pretty much impossible, Cape May is only 30 miles down the road and Brandywine Zoo and the historic Kalmar Nyckel Shipyard are right around the corner.

Dewey Beach city in Delaware, United States. Timezone: America/New_York, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 21:16.

Top things to do (15)

Top places to visit (19 attractions)

5.0 Delmarva Board Sport Adventures (444 reviews)
- Good experience with a delivered kayak
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Surfing & Windsurfing • Gear Rentals • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Kayaking & Canoeing

Janis was very helpful answering our questions before booking a kayak for rental and delivery for the first time. Delivery was on time and appreciated the inclusion of well-fitting life jackets. Now that we have done this for the first time will now know for next time to request securing ropes and locks in the notes section. Would rent from them again. See more..
5.0 Sand Dollar Cruises (145 reviews)
- Sunset Cruise
Boat Tours

The sunset cruise with The Sand Dollar crew was a real treat! Booking online was easy, we didn’t have to deal with parking as we were staying nearby. There was about a foot of water we had to walk through to get to the boardwalk due to the tide. Wearing shorts and sandals is recommended. The crew was very willing to take photos and even offered water on board. They went the extra step with a wedding anniversary on board by playing their song, and we all took part in singing along with the couple who was dancing. It really felt like our own boat with new found friends! Thank you Sand Dollar crew! See more..
5.0 Alley Oop (20 reviews)
- Excellent lesson from a local professional
Surfing & Windsurfing

Our 12 year old son got a private lesson from Exile skim boards-sponsored pro Timmy Vitella, a local with a national reputation. The booking process was smooth, and owner Jason was able to meet our scheduling needs to fit the lesson into our vacation with time for our son to benefit from it. Timmy came to our condo and arrived early. He is a great guy who gave a great lesson and connected very well with our son a d the other boys on the beach who ran up asking for pointers. Timmy went down later to talk to them after finishing g our son's lesson. We are very happy to have made this decision to get a lesson and to pick Alley Oop and Timmy to give it. Definitely recommend. See more..
5.0 John Waples Memorial Playground (17 reviews)
- Awesome playground!
Playgrounds

We were looking for a new playground to try and saw this on google maps. We will be back! It's large, well maintained, a great variety of things to do, and right on the bay so you can hear the waves crashing. We had no idea this existed but now might become our favorite place! See more..
5.0 Mama Maria's (15 reviews)
- Nico is hot
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Bars & Clubs

Nothing better than good food great drinks and a hit bartender Dewey is at its best when Nico is nixing and having fun See more..
5.0 Fifer's Farm Kitchen (Dewey Beach) (13 reviews)
- Healthy Fresh Foods
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Farmers Markets

Fifer's in Dewey Beach offers fresh fruits & veggies, delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches, salads, local meats, eggs, cheeses, milk, honey, baked goods, specialty foods and grocery items. Quality products and friendly service. Providing Delaware with homegrown local produce since 1919. See more..
5.0 Rehoboth Bay Sailing Association (3 reviews)
- RENT SAILBOATS AND KAYAKS HERE! KID FRIENDLY/FUN!!
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Boat Rentals

Heading south out of Dewey Beach the RBSA is just on your right,,,looking for something fun to do with the kids on the normally gentle Rehoboth Bay, the water is warmer than the ocean with soft sand and fairly shallow water. Choose from Kayaks, Hobie Cats, Lightnings, Sunfish and some bigger boast to rent by the hour. Cute clubhouse with baths, large deck and pinic tables. YOU SHOULD CHECK IT OUT!! See more..
5.0 Dewey Beach Yoga (1 review)
- Do this for some great stretching and some solitude while on vacation
Spent 1-2 hours Yoga & Pilates

Yoga on the Beach Memorial Day through Labor Day everyday 8am! Bring a towel and water. We also offer private lessons, Bachelorette yoga parties, celebration yoga parties, and Standup Paddle Board (SUP) yoga!! Full moon yoga June through September with a bonfire on the beach! Like us on Facebook at Dewey Beach Yoga See more..
4.5 Dewey Beach (551 reviews)
- Really Empty
Beaches

Sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and Rehoboth Bay, this quaint town is popular with the younger crowd and home to numerous excellent bars and brewpubs with live music and great food. In summer, look forward to activities like outdoor movie screenings and community bonfires in addition to jetski rentals and guided kayak excursions. The surf tends to be rough, but the beach is dog-friendly, and the small-town charm and relaxed vibe on offer during the quieter seasons draws couples and families from wide and far. The busier Rehoboth Beach is only a stone’s throw away. – Tripadvisor See more..
4.5 Dewey Beach Watersports (86 reviews)
- James Bond Blasting
Waterskiing & Jetskiing • Gear Rentals • Boat Rentals • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Kayaking & Canoeing

An hour blasting through the Rehoboth Bay like James Bond was $130 well spent. Top speeds of 50 mph and hoo boy, I felt like a stunt double. Orientation was very chill and brief. Applause. See more..
4.5 Dewey Beach Parasail (57 reviews)
- Awesome adventure for our 8 & 10 year olds
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Parasailing & Paragliding

We booked a parasailing experience last minute for my daughters who are 10 & 8. Jess was very nice and personable when checking us in. Hunter & Nick made the experience great for my daughters and they are already talking about going next time we come back. I would highly recommend and will for sure be returning. See more..
4.5 Woody's Dewey Beach (35 reviews)
- Our favorite local place
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM Bars & Clubs

We love the atmosphere at Woody’s: Great food, always a game on TV and excellent service. We go there at least twice a month in the offseason, when parking spots are easy to find. We went with our neighbors, who ordered a cup of cream of crab soup, a crabcake and a French Dip sandwich. I ordered my favorite appetizer, which is a mix of Maryland and cream of crab soup. It was delicious as usual. My wife loves their soft shell crabs, and Woody’s is one of the few places we have been able to get soft shell crabs all winter long. I had the bbq salmon with asparagus and tater tots (hey, I think they are a little bit healthier than fries). We loved our meals as expected and the service was spot on. We highly recommend Woody's. See more..
4.5 Rehoboth Bay Marina (16 reviews)
- Pontoon rental
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 AM Marinas • Boat Rentals

Pontoon boat was brand new for the 2022 season. The engine was an 70 hp Evinrude.The full cost was included in the rental rate. Staff was very helpful and friendly. I recommend Rehoboth Bay Marina for boat rentals. See more..
4.0 Bottle & Cork (51 reviews)
- Cool venue!
Bars & Clubs

We loved this open-air venue! The sound and staff were great and the decor was super fun! Would definitely make the trip back for another show! See more..
4.0 Nalu Surf Bar (19 reviews)
- One of the best in Dewey / Rehoboth
Bars & Clubs

A must stop in dewey. Portion sizes are huge, especially the nachos! We sat on the newly opened deck, out team of servers was great. The kalua pork is awesome, short rib and loco moco as well! See more..
4.0 East of Maui (7 reviews)
- Amazing Experience!
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Surfing & Windsurfing

We visited the East of Maui in Lewes, DE. Kayaking was made easy for us- We rented the Kayaks and East of Maui brought them to the beach. The Beach was across the road which was only a walking distance from the rental store. We rented for 6 hours and explored the ocean area. We saw dolphins and the beautiful lighthouse. When we were done we parked the Kayak and walked back to drop off paddle. It was so much FUN that we purchased a Kayak from East of Maui Lewes, DE. The employees were so helpful and full of great information. It is a day we will never forget- It was an Amazing Experience! See more..
4.0 The Starboard (6 reviews)
- Ok
Bars & Clubs

The service was very nice, my only complaint is that there were too many flies inside. The crab cakes and orange crush was good See more..
3.0 NorthBeach (4 reviews)
- On the water
Saturday: 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM Bars & Clubs

Right on the bay... Indoor and outdoor sandy area. Crowd isn't the best in Dewey, but music is good and location is great! See more..
3.0 Sea Rocket Delaware Beaches (2 reviews)
- Great experience!
Parasailing & Paragliding • Boat Tours

My family stayed at the Bay Resort and rented kayaks and paddle boards two days in a row. Booking in person and online were easy, and prices are reasonable. See more..