Thinking about extending your stay in Delaware after NERIC?
Luckily for you, Delaware has you covered!
Bethany Beach
Just over 1.5 hours from Wilmington (home city of NERIC) is Southern DE.
Home to Delaware’s six beach towns , each with their own unique style! Try Rehoboth Beach, home of Dogfish Head Beer and a scenic beachfront Boardwalk. In Lewes, the Cape Henlopen State Park offers beaches, camping, free bike rentals, and miles of hiking trails. Bethany Beach is a favorite for families, offering a walkable downtown and several nearby state parks!
Rehoboth Beach
Did you know that the Wilmington area is home to several world-class gardens?
Longwood Gardens, one of the world’s premier horticultural display gardens, is just over the border in Pennsylvania.
The Nemours Estate, just 10 minutes from the NERIC location, is a 102-room mansion built by Alfred du Pont, inspired by Versailles’ Petit Trianon.
Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library is home to 60 acres of diverse gardens nestled in lush hills.
