Historic District Travel Guide
Lewes
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Popular places to visit
Lightship Overfalls
You can browse the exhibits at Lightship Overfalls, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lewes. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Zwaanendael Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Zwaanendael Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lewes. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Lewes Beach
Sandwiched between Delaware Bay and the town of Lewes is mile after mile of white sand that attracts beachcombers and sunbathers.
Cape Henlopen Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cape Henlopen Beach during your trip to Lewes? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in the area.
1812 Memorial Park
After visiting 1812 Memorial Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lewes. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Lewes Historic Complex
You can browse the exhibits at Lewes Historic Complex, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Lewes. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Historic District
Henlopen Oceanfront Hotel
Walls were paper thin. Heater was broken and we had to have it replaced. Blew out dry hot air and kept us up all night as there was no way to adjust between blasting heat or freezing cold. Phone didn't work. Engineer and front desk were very kind but they never made any offer for the problems we ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Montreal Beach Resort
We had a problem with the check-in experience. We ended up renting a room from another hotel for our first night there because we were unable to check in, despite calling ahead of time to make sure that we could check on a little late. The kitchenette in our suite was a little strange. The only sink ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Congress Hall
Wonderful place to stay.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Surf Club Oceanfront Hotel
We stayed in the off season. One night while driving through the area. The property was in the process of upgrades which was a small hassle. The room was clean and large. Well equipped and the trial view was amazing. The bathroom was small, but honestly I would stay again. Staff was a friendly and ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Grand Hotel of Cape May
Room was clean but a little tired. Breakfast wasn’t so good, service or food.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hotel Bethany Beach
Good!!!!!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic District
Pilot Point
When in Pilot Point, you can plan a visit to Lewes Beach and Cape May - Lewes Ferry, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wolfe Runne
When in Wolfe Runne, you can plan a visit to Cape May - Lewes Ferry and Lewes Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Villages of Five Points
While Villages of Five Points isn't home to many top sights, Heritage Inn & Golf Club and Midway Speedway are some notable places to visit nearby.
Plantations East
Plantations East might not have many top sights, but Heritage Inn & Golf Club and Midway Speedway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mill Pond Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mill Pond Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Lewes Beach and Cape May - Lewes Ferry.
Love Creek
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Love Creek and surrounding area, you can visit Tanger Outlets and Jungle Jim's River Safari Water Park.
