Exploring Lewes, Delaware in 4 Days

  • Day 1: Lewes Beach.
    5 minutes drive from Hotel

    Enjoy the Atlantic Ocean from the Delaware Bay beaches. The Lewes beach is a beautiful quiet spot loved by families and couples alike for surfing, swimming, sunbathing, and fishing.

  • Day 2: Zwaanendael Museum.
    6 minutes drive from Lewes Beach.

    This is a historical museum dedicated to local landmark preservation, and houses an extensive collection of artifacts including, pottery, furniture and maritime items relating to the history of Lewes.

  • Day 3: Cape Henlopen State Park.
    20 minutes drive from Zwaanendael Museum

    A 5,200-acre parkland with endless fun activities to offer including hiking trails, dunes, and beaches. A perfect place to reconnect with nature.

  • Day 4: Nassau Valley Vineyards
    14 minutes drive from Cape Henlopen State Park

    Enjoy the beautiful countryside scenery and tranquility of Nassau Valley Vineyards. The vineyard offers wine tasting, guided tours and beautiful photo opportunities.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lewes Beach (1-3 hours, Free)
  • Zwaanendael Museum (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Cape Henlopen State Park (2-4 hours, $10 per vehicle)
  • Nassau Valley Vineyards (1-3 hours, wine tasting $15 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $50 to $60 per person
  • Transportation

    If you're driving to Lewes, Delaware, make sure to rent a car as there is not much public transportation in and around the city. Taxis and ride sharing are also available options for transport. Expect to pay around $25 to $30 for a taxi ride from the airport to the city center.

    Useful Tips

    If you have more time, then be sure to take a historical walking tour of the town, rent a bike at Cape Henlopen State Park, or explore the breweries in the area. For those with less time consider visiting the Lightship Overfalls, a historical ship docked in Lewes, Delaware or book a sunset sail.

    Airports

    The nearest airports to Lewes, Delaware are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). PHL is located about 127.4 miles northwest of Lewes and BWI is located approximately 95.1 miles southwest of Lewes.

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