The 10 Best Things to Do in Ocean View, United States

January 7, 2018 Jana Sager

Ocean View is a town in Sussex County, Delaware, in the United States. The population was 1,882 at the 2010 census, an increase of 87.1% over the previous decade. It is part of the Salisbury, Maryland-Delaware Metropolitan Statistical Area and lies in Baltimore Hundred.
Restaurants in Ocean View

1. Dickens Parlour Theatre

35715 Atlantic Ave, Millville, DE 19967-6944 +1 302-829-1071
Excellent
82%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 82 reviews

Dickens Parlour Theatre

Reviewed By JMFPEDS - JMFPEDS

We come here every year, and the shows continue to be outstanding. Rich Bloch does a great job of finding high-quality performers, deft magicians with great patter. They always seem to have a fresh approach; even when doing standard tricks they put new twists on...MoreThank you so much for your feedback, we do strive to bring our audiences the best magical experience possible, keep coming back! Francis Menotti was one of the few magicians who fooled Penn and Teller on Fool Us!

2. Bethany Beach

Bethany Beach, DE +1 800-732-7433
Excellent
71%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 500 reviews

Bethany Beach

Reviewed By jtrvlr1

Great beach. Packed in the summer, but nicer and not as packed as the nearby beaches (calmer than Ocean City). Quiet and Peaceful in the winter.

3. James Farm Ecological Preserve & Green Building

Cedar Neck Road, Ocean View, DE 19970 +1 302-226-8105
Excellent
64%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

James Farm Ecological Preserve & Green Building

Reviewed By Original_Shrut - Milton, Delaware

James Farm is under the care of the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. The property was donated to the state for the purpose of preservation, and Delaware's Dept. of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) leases it to DCIB for $1/year.

From the parking area, about 1 mile direct takes one to the shore of Indian River Bay, with expansive views of the bay itself and of the very cool looking Indian River Inlet Bridge.

While we were there, a volunteer ranger was holding a teaching moment with local middle schoolers, who, with waders on, were netting all sorts of sea life for further exam onshore. I wish I had had a school experience like that!!

While at the shore one can see numerous Osprey nests, which at this time of year (May) are VERY active. Both Ma and Pa take turns scrounging for food for the chicks in the nest; photo ops abound.

Other fledged ops are the numerous gulls and herons on the bay, and red winged blackbirds in the marshy meadows.

There are several other loop trails that lead out thru the hardwood and pine forests, and crazy quantities of native holly, some to overlooks to the bay, and then return back to the main trunk. One can easily map out about 7-10 mile walks if one wants.

All, freebie.

4. Coastal Kayak

36840 Coastal Hwy, Fenwick Island, DE 19944-4086
Excellent
90%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 134 reviews

Coastal Kayak

Coastal Kayak is the most experienced rental, tour and instructional business at the beach - since 1994. Coastal Kayak rents kayaks, Stand up paddle boards, and sailboats. They also offer guided kayak & Paddle board tours to all areas of Delmarva including the back bays of Rehoboth Beach, Bethany Beach and Assateague Island. Coastal Kayak also offers instruction from ACA certified instructors in both kayaking and paddle boarding. In addition CK is a certified "Pro School" of the American Canoe Association. CK has over 125 kayaks, 50 paddle bords and 6 catamaran sailboats all available for rent directly from their bayside beach rental location. Call for hours off season 302.539.7999.

Reviewed By Jen P - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

We decided to skip the beach for a bit and head out on a kayak excursion! We read that coastal kayak received good reviews on yelp and trip advisor so we decided to give it a try. The staff is super friendly , chill and...MoreHi Jen, thanks for the nice review!! Hopefully we can get you out next time on a nice calm day. Although we try to pick routes that will be sheltered from the wind sometimes the wind is still a challenge. Thanks again!

5. Salted Vines Vineyard & Winery

32512 Blackwater Rd, Frankford, DE 19945-2940 +1 302-436-1500
Excellent
84%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

Salted Vines Vineyard & Winery

Reviewed By Stephen H - Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

We used to visit when they were the Fenwick winery at their old location. This was our first visit to the new winery and location. They still have good wines and slushies. Tastings are $10 for as many wines as you want with a slushie...MoreStephen, Thanks for visiting the new location and giving us a stellar review. We strive to offer the best products and experiences, so hearing you were pleased with both makes us very happy!

6. The Freeman Stage at Bayside

31750 Lakeview Dr, Selbyville, DE 19975-3701 +1 302-436-3015
Excellent
78%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 87 reviews

The Freeman Stage at Bayside

The Freeman Stage at Bayside is an outdoor performing arts venue operated by the Joshua Freeman Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit fundraising organization. The Freeman Stage at Bayside strives to offer a wide range of diverse and quality arts experiences to people of all ages and backgrounds in the Mid-Atlantic area. The stage is open to the public and we welcome residents and visitors to spend time with us during our outdoor stage season. Typically, the season is between Memorial Day and Labor Day and presents over 50 performances. Genres include dance, live music, national recording artists, and theatre.

Reviewed By Jane B - South Bethany, Delaware

If you are on the eastern shore, your trip won't be complete without experiencing at least one fabulous night under the stars at the Freeman Stage, Bayside. The summer program is chock-full of the most seasoned and renowned popular artists known in American music, dance, concert stage, and theater; and tickets are very affordable. The atmosphere is nothing less than FUN as people may sing along with the artists on the stage only a hundred feet away, or dance in the aisles, or enjoy wine and hot dogs. The evening ends much too quickly but you leave with friends never known before. What fun memories you'll have forever -- for all ages.

7. Bethany Beach Boardwalk

Garfield Parkway & Oceanfront, Bethany Beach, DE
Excellent
60%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 352 reviews

Bethany Beach Boardwalk

Reviewed By Rachel L - Newark, Delaware

Bethany is a very quaint beach town and the boardwalk is nice to walk around and explore. It's not as famous as other beach times but pretty much has all the same attractions.

8. Holts Landing State Park

Rt 26, Millville, DE 19967 +1 302-227-2800
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Holts Landing State Park

Reviewed By Sarah C - Gorham, New Hampshire, United States

This place advertises that this is the only pier built specifically for crabbing in the state. That's great and all but unfortunately it is not the most conducive for a successful crabbing outing. The pier is in a great location but there is railing all the way around it and it is too high to actually be able to get your crab from the water into a net. You can't even reach the water without going through the railing especially at low tide. The railing is a little shorter at the ends but only by about 6 inches. I will say that the crabs we caught here were quite large, some of the biggest ones I've caught.

The park has a nice boat launch and parking area separate from the other other parking lot. There is a nice picnic area with tables, a structure and nice above ground fire ring. The state park is quite small but it does have three primitive campsites just outside the main entrance. They are open seasonally and offer no amenities other than a wooded place to rest your head. We didn't camp here but did take a look at the sites for future reference.

9. Ecobay Kayak Adventures

30048 Cedar Neck Rd, James Farm Ecological Preserve, Ocean View, DE 19970-2758
Excellent
70%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 10 reviews

Ecobay Kayak Adventures

Reviewed By Michelle S - Middletown, New Jersey

Very good kayaking experience especially for the novice. It cost $35.00 for an hour for a double kayak. You will see rays,small turtles and seabirds along the way. To get to the beach is about a 10 minute walk down a dirt, wooded path. No bathroom facilities except for port o john at beginning of path. No lockers but our things were fine on the beach(shoes, towels, and sunscreen)

10. Fenwick Island State Park

Route 1, Fenwick Island, DE +1 302-227-2800
Excellent
64%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 147 reviews

Fenwick Island State Park

Reviewed By EliMidAtlantic - Mid Atlantic

Very nice family friendly Beach at small State Park. Park features Atlantic Ocean access and large Beach area. Beach is very clean and has lifeguards. Park also features changing and shower area and a food concession stand. They also rent beach chairs and umbrellas. Only issue is during the summer months parking lot fills up early. I advise getting there before 11 a.m.

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