Some of the best things are the hardest to find, but just because they’re not out there in plain sight doesn’t mean that they aren’t worth your time. When you’re in the mood to explore, take a look at these 10 places in Delaware that are beautiful, but hidden – only locals know about them!

  1. The Resort At Massey’s Landing: A Hidden Delaware Resort That’s The Perfect Place To Get Away From It All

The Resort at Massey’s Landing/Facebook This resort is brand new, and has all the best amenities. Stay overnight in a beautiful cottage, swim in the pool, paddle around in a kayak or canoe - there’s so much to do that you’ll never run out of options. For more information, read our full article.

  1. Lavender Fields Farm: The Beautiful Lavender Farm Hiding In Plain Sight

Lavender Fields/Facebook Just a few miles from the charming town of Lewes, this five-acre lavender farm is part of Warrington Manor. Stroll around the gardens, and purchase some lavender-infused products to take a little bit of the magic home with you. For more information, read our full article.

  1. Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge: The Hidden Park That’s Delaware’s Best-Kept Secret

US Fish and Wildlife Service/flickr With 10,000 acres of land and water to explore, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is full of birds and wildlife. Take a hike, paddle about in a canoe and definitely bring your camera. For more information, read our full article.

  1. Go Ape Lums Pond: The Adventure Park Hiding In The Forest

GoApeUSA/Facebook Lums Pond State Park has tons of great recreation opportunities - but you’ve got to check out Go Ape. Traverse the obstacles high up in the trees and see some incredible views from the ziplines. For more information, read our full article.

  1. CR Hummingbird to Mars: The Hidden Destination That’s A Locals-Only Secret

CR Hummingbird to Mars/Facebook You can only get into this little bar with a password, so you have to be “in the know” to even get a chance to drink here. Of course, you can get the password from the speakeasy’s social media sites, so you’ll have a chance to enjoy the 1930s vibe here. For more information, read our full article.

  1. White Clay Creek State Park: The Underrated State Park That Might Be The Most Beautiful Place In Delaware

Mike Petrucci/flickr You’ll want to spend an entire day at White Clay Creek State Park. Hike or cycle along the paths here, where you’ll see lots of wildlife and have plenty of opportunities to take some gorgeous photos. For more information, read our full article.

  1. Goodstay Gardens: The Secret Garden You’re Guaranteed To Love

Friends of Goodstay Gardens/Facebook Goodstay Gardens is a relaxing little oasis halfway between Wilmington and Greenville. Take a stroll down the magnolia walk - you’ll love it! For more information, read our full article.

  1. The Mt. Cuba Center: A Natural Oasis Hiding in Delaware

Mt Cuba/Facebook Mt. Cuba was established by the wealthy DuPont family, and is now an oasis for the public to enjoy. It’s huge botanical garden is a wonderful, peaceful place with a great diversity of plants and animals. For more information, read our full article.

  1. Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge: The Remote, Isolated Spot In Delaware That’s Breathtaking

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge/Facebook If you love birds, this 16,000-acre refuge is the perfect place to spend the day. You can hike through this refuge to do some birdwatching, or if you don’t want to get out of your car, take the 12-mile auto tour. For more information, read our full article.

  1. Rockford Tower: The Hidden Tower With The Best Views In Delaware

Only in Delaware/Facebook This 75-foot tall tower was built in 1901 and it offers some of the best views in the state. Climb the spiral staircase to the top and you can see Brandywine River in the distance. For more information, read our full article.

What’s your favorite hidden place in Delaware? Share it with us in the comments!

The Resort at Massey’s Landing/Facebook

This resort is brand new, and has all the best amenities. Stay overnight in a beautiful cottage, swim in the pool, paddle around in a kayak or canoe - there’s so much to do that you’ll never run out of options. For more information, read our full article.

Lavender Fields/Facebook

Just a few miles from the charming town of Lewes, this five-acre lavender farm is part of Warrington Manor. Stroll around the gardens, and purchase some lavender-infused products to take a little bit of the magic home with you. For more information, read our full article.

US Fish and Wildlife Service/flickr

With 10,000 acres of land and water to explore, Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge is full of birds and wildlife. Take a hike, paddle about in a canoe and definitely bring your camera. For more information, read our full article.

GoApeUSA/Facebook

Lums Pond State Park has tons of great recreation opportunities - but you’ve got to check out Go Ape. Traverse the obstacles high up in the trees and see some incredible views from the ziplines. For more information, read our full article.

CR Hummingbird to Mars/Facebook

You can only get into this little bar with a password, so you have to be “in the know” to even get a chance to drink here. Of course, you can get the password from the speakeasy’s social media sites, so you’ll have a chance to enjoy the 1930s vibe here. For more information, read our full article.

Mike Petrucci/flickr

You’ll want to spend an entire day at White Clay Creek State Park. Hike or cycle along the paths here, where you’ll see lots of wildlife and have plenty of opportunities to take some gorgeous photos. For more information, read our full article.

Friends of Goodstay Gardens/Facebook

Goodstay Gardens is a relaxing little oasis halfway between Wilmington and Greenville. Take a stroll down the magnolia walk - you’ll love it! For more information, read our full article.

Mt Cuba/Facebook

Mt. Cuba was established by the wealthy DuPont family, and is now an oasis for the public to enjoy. It’s huge botanical garden is a wonderful, peaceful place with a great diversity of plants and animals. For more information, read our full article.

Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge/Facebook

If you love birds, this 16,000-acre refuge is the perfect place to spend the day. You can hike through this refuge to do some birdwatching, or if you don’t want to get out of your car, take the 12-mile auto tour. For more information, read our full article.

Only in Delaware/Facebook

This 75-foot tall tower was built in 1901 and it offers some of the best views in the state. Climb the spiral staircase to the top and you can see Brandywine River in the distance. For more information, read our full article.

Delaware has some beautiful waterfront spots. Take a look at these 7 charming waterfront spots and make plans to visit all of them!

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