Dive Into Fun: 5 Exciting Things to Do in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is quickly becoming a tourism hot spot drawing in  over 10 million visitors annually with its wide range of attractions, beach rentals,  and activities for all types of travelers.

From families with young children to retirees seeking a new haven (as highlighted by The Wall Street Journal), and adventure tourists of all ages, Rehoboth Beach truly has something for everyone. Just a 40 minute drive from Georgetown or an hour from Dover, this day trip is well worth it.

Here's a closer look into what makes Rehoboth Beach one of the east coast's top destinations.

1. Gordon’s Pond

Gordon's Pond in Rehoboth is a nature lover's paradise, offering surfing, scenic trails, a tranquil beach, and abundant wildlife for visitors to enjoy.

The moniker Gordons Pond is often quite misleading to Rehoboth's visitors. And that's just fine for locals, who'd prefer to keep this little seaside gem at the end of Ocean Drive all to themselves.

While there is an actual pond named Gordons, the area is more precisely part of Cape Henlopen State Park.

Gordons Pond's beach area conveniently offers parking, bathrooms, and concessions while visitors can also enjoy the park's nearly three-mile-long trail along acres of forest, dunes, and wetlands – shared by riders, hikers, and birders alike. 

The park is home to numerous species of waterfowl and is known to be a migration “super highway” for aquatic birds one of only four such areas in North America.

One of the highlights of Gordons Pond's trail is Herring Point Overlook, which happens to be one of the area's best surfing spots . Here you'll be treated to stunning views of the Point, along with several World War II coastal defense towers which line the beach.

Day pass admission to Gordons Pond in Rehoboth is $10 for out-of-state vehicles and $5 for in-state vehicles.

2. Funland

When it comes to things to do in Rehoboth Beach,  the stunning beachfront, bustling boardwalk and exciting amusement park have something special for everyone.

One of Rehoboth's premier boardwalk attractions is Funland, which opened in 1961 and remains family-owned to this day.

Funland features over 15 rides ranging from thrill rides like the Sea Dragon swinging ship and the Super Flip 360 to kid-friendly rides like the classic carousel and Ferris wheel. You'll also find arcade games including air hockey, skee ball, goblet toss, and more. Most games will set you back just a buck or two, while unlimited ride packages start at $23.

With over 300,000 visitors each year, Funland is one of the boardwalk's best ways to escape the sun and have a great time and  is a must-visit destination for endless fun in Rehoboth, Delaware

3. Floatation Therapy  at Urban Float

Looking for something more relaxing? Consider the haven of relaxation that is Urban Float in Rehoboth. This vacation (or any-time!) stop offers a serene and potentially transformative experience that benefits mind, body and spirit. 

Floatation therapy is one of the fastest-growing segments in America's $450 billion wellness industry, and it has made its way to Rehoboth through Urban Float.

So, what exactly is floatation therapy?

Urban Float's approach offers clients their own private pods filled with 9 inches of water and saturated with 1,000 pounds of Epsom salt. The float tank’s salt concentration makes the water more dense than your body, allowing you to effortlessly float atop the water. Meanwhile, the Urban Float pod's water temperature matches your body's creating a restful sense of weightlessness.

The result: an environment that slows down your body and mind to invoke deep relaxation which explains why float enthusiasts report lower stress and depression levels, a reduction in chronic pain, an immune system boost, and more.

Whether guests seek pain management, sports recovery, stress relief, improved focus, or simply disconnect from a hyper-connected world by booking a float tank appointment, Urban Float in Rehoboth is on a mission to create a sanctuary to help everyone, everywhere improve their quality of life.

To book an appointment at the Urban Float Rehoboth location, visit www.urbanfloat.com/rehoboth or come see us in person at 18979 Coastal Hwy Unit 101, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

4. Clear Space Theater

Clear Space Theater gives Rehoboth Beach a unique and intimate Broadway-style experience, hosting over 100 shows per year.

Since launching as a non-profit in 2004, the Clear space theater  has performed everything from musicals and cabarets to comedies and other performing arts. Touring Broadway stage productions of note include Kinky Boots, Grease, and Misery.

Clear Space Theater in Rehoboth Beach isn’t limited to stage performances, either. They know how to entertain the masses year-long with their popular outdoor film series, offering outdoor movie magic under the stars!..

The theater group also offers workshops and acting classes for kids (grades 1 to 12) and adults. Classes are taught by industry professionals and students learn and develop their dancing, singing, and acting skills.

You'll find Clear Space Theater less than a block from the Rehoboth boardwalk, and tickets usually go for under $50.

5. Midway Par 3 Golf

Looking for a quick golf fix on your beach vacation? Centrally located on Route 1 in Rehoboth, Midway Par 3 offers 9 holes with wide-open fairways and well-manicured greens.

The golf course has no water or bunkers – ideal for golfers developing their games – with the longest hole just 150 yards. Guests can also warm up on a number of practice putting greens and a small driving range.

An entire round can be played in just two hours, and all-day passes go for around $20, with clubs, bags, and carts available to rent for only $2.

It’s easy to see that there are many things to get ready for a game, hit the beach, or be dazzled by talented performers in Rehoboth Beach. Get away from it all and decompress by booking an appointment with Urban Float while you’re here! We can’t wait to see you!