Delaware is a state full of small towns, and that means we’ve got some great Main Streets. If you’re looking to enjoy the small town feel, you’ll love walking from shop to shop and checking out local cafes and restaurants in these 8 best walkable towns in Delaware.

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If you love trying new restaurants, keep an eye out for 8 of the Best Main Street Restaurants in Delaware Hiding in Plain Sight when you’re walking downtown in any of these peaceful places.

Are there any towns you love that didn’t make our list of the best main streets in Delaware? We’d love to hear about them.

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Best Walkable Towns In Delaware

What are some other unique towns to visit in Delaware?

There are so many charming towns in Delaware. The little river town of Millsboro makes for a wonderful and unique Sussex County day trip, with a picturesque downtown including a historic restaurant. For more history in Sussex County, visit beautiful Laurel, Delaware, which has a long list of buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. And for beachfront charm, don’t forget the First Town in the First State – lovely Lewes, located at the tip of Cape Henlopen.

What are the smallest towns in Delaware?

From the artist’s haven of Arden to the historic former shipbuilding hub of Bethel, Delaware has its share of tiny towns. Henlopen Acres, Odessa, Magnolia, and Leipsic are just a few of Delaware’s smallest towns, and they each have their own unique charm making them worth a visit. The absolute smallest town in the entire state is the village of Hartly in Kent County, with a total area of only 0.1 miles and a population of 73, according to the 2020 census.

What are the best beach towns in Delaware?

Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, and Dewey Beach are all popular for good reason! But there are more beach towns equally worth visiting in Delaware where you may be able to beat the crowds. For example, Fenwick Island is between Bethany Beach and Ocean City, Maryland, but tends to be much quieter - while still being family friendly. Beautiful Fenwick Island State Park has three miles of ocean beaches to enjoy, and the town of Fenwick Island has some classic shoretown shopfronts to explore. You’ll also, of course, find lots of delicious seafood, and there’s a waterpark in town that’s perfect for the kids. Visit our guide to more little-known beaches in Delaware.