Vacationing FAQs

RehobothLodging.com has provided the following Frequently Asked Questions to help you prepare for your vacation to the Delaware Coast:

How much does it cost to go to the beach?

Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes Beach are all free to the public. For Delaware State Parks, a park entrance fee is charged daily from March 1 to November 30. This fee allows your vehicle and its passengers to enter any Delaware State Park on the date of purchase, except for Fort Delaware. Once in the park, visitors may enjoy such activities as swimming, birdwatching, hiking, picnicking, or simply relaxing. For Delaware registered vehicles, the fee is $3.00 for inland parks and $4.00 for ocean parks. For out-of-state registered vehicles, the fee is $6.00 for inland parks and $8.00 for ocean parks. The entrance fee does not apply to vehicles with 16 or more passengers.

What about parking in downtown?

For Rehoboth: Parking meters and permit parking are in effect from the Friday immediately preceding Memorial Day until Labor Day (**Parking meter fees are in effect until second Sunday after Labor Day**). The Rehoboth Beach parking meters accept quarters only and rates are $1.00 per hour. Change machines are available at the 1st and 3rd blocks of Rehoboth Avenue. Parking permits can be purchased for specific periods of time at several locations throughout the city. These locations include City Hall at 229 Rehoboth Avenue; the Parking Meter Division at 30 1/2 Lake Avenue; Real Estate Offices, Rehoboth Avenue past the draw bridge and Bayard Avenue after crossing Silver Lake into town. Permits are required for downtown parking wherever there is not a meter present.

For Bethany: Parking meters are situated throughout the downtown business district and have a (2) two-hour time limit which can be replenished. Hourly rates are the same througout the town. Beach lots and the further northern and southern streets offer (8) eight-hour meters. Many eastern and western streets are not metered and are designed for Residential Permit Parking only.

What can I do with my kids?

Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach are known for being family friendly. There are many activities that children of all ages can enjoy while visiting the area. Please refer to our Children's Activities page for more information on the wonderful variety of options you have at your disposal.

Is it expensive to dine out?

While there are many fine dining restaurants in Rehoboth and Bethany, there are just as many budget-friendly places to dine as well. Please view the recommendations on our Restaurant List, many of which have their menu available for you to review.

What is the legal drinking age in Delaware?

The legal drinking age in Delaware is 21. Likewise, you must be 21 years old to enter a bar or liquor store in Delaware.

What can we do if it rains?

There's more to Rehoboth Beach and Bethany Beach than just the beach and boardwalks. We're very fortunate to feature over 130 Tanger Outlets and countless boutique shops, wonderful museums, tours, amusements, theater and so much more! Please refer to our Local Attractions page for more information or ask the hotel for their recommendations on where to have a good time until the rain passes. They're more than happy to help!

Where can I access the internet?

All RehobothLodging.com hotel partners offer Complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet service at the hotel. Internet cafes are also available:

• JavaByte Cafe in Rehoboth Beach
• Bethany Bytes in Bethany Beach

Where can I find Beachwheels?

Handicap accesible beachwheels are available for Rehoboth Beach visitors at Maryland Avenue and the Boardwalk, daily from 9:00am-5:00pm.