Delaware may be small but it is mighty, with pristine beaches, beautiful landscapes, and a fascinating history. Embark on an outdoor adventure, learn about the state's natural history, or check out local museums and historic landmarks.
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Delaware may be small but it is mighty, with pristine beaches, beautiful landscapes, and a fascinating history. Embark on an outdoor adventure, learn about the state's natural history, or check out local museums and historic landmarks.
Grab a paddle and canoe through Trap Pond State Park, where adventure awaits as you glide through the cypress trees. Your kids will love the thrilling, panoramic view they get while zip lining at Go Ape in Lums Pond State Park. If you're looking for more outdoor adventure, search no further than Cape Henlopen. This spot is ideal for families to enjoy swimming, biking, hiking trails, kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, and picnicking. Whether you're looking to stick to a budget or splurge a little, your kids will enjoy the campsites, cabins, cottages, or yurts that are available for a truly rustic adventures.
Dig deep into the layers of the past at the Delaware Museum of Natural History, where Mother Nature's history takes a front seat. Visit the only permanent dinosaur exhibit in the state, and watch your kids feel like real scientists as they examine fossils from millions of years ago. The Shell Gallery is also a unique area, housing the country’s top collections. With areas like the Nature Nook, children have the opportunity to immerse themselves in habitats while observing the animals in their natural state.
Plunge into fun at the Delaware Children’s Museum, where kids can truly understand the meaning of learning through playing. Whether they're doing arts and crafts or conducting an experiment, your children will explore topics such nature, transportation, and structures in a creative fashion. Walk your young ones down old streets in the distinct colonial area Old New Castle, featuring marvelous Dutch and Federal architecture. Tree-lined streets take you back to Colonial times with historic restaurants and quaint shops. Once they've gotten their cultural fill, hop to Battery Park right next door, where kids can frolic around and learn a lesson or two about gardening along the way.
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