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Bethany Beach & Fenwick Island, Bethany Beach, DE
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Bethany Beach & Fenwick Island

Bethany Beach & Fenwick Island is a sightseeing stop in Bethany Beach, DE, part of the Ocean City & the Delmarva Beaches guide. Cost: free.

· Bethany Beach, DE

Why you should go…

Known locally as the Quiet Resorts, Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island anchor a stretch of Delaware's south coastal beaches that also includes Ocean View, South Bethany, and Selbyville. The area draws visitors for its boardwalk, beaches, and small-town pace, a calmer alternative to nearby Ocean City.

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What's around here?

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    Visitor information for Delaware's Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach, covering dining, lodging, shopping, and events.

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