From tax-free shopping at beach boutiques to sprawling mansion grounds, there’s more to Delaware than initially meets the eye. The state is full of hidden treasures to unlock with the investment of just a little time, and its history from the Native Americans to its part in the Underground Railroad is well-preserved. Some of Delaware’s greatest assets won’t be found in the pages of a mundane guidebook – they must be discovered firsthand in a manner that is often unexpected but always relished. With one of these scenic drives, you have a point of departure for your own discovery of Delaware to cherish for years to come:

No. 10 – North Star to Middletown

Starting Location：北极星DE
结束位置：米德尔敦，de
长度：25英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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This tour of the northwest portion of the state provides its visitors the opportunity to see rural towns and sweeping farmlands. Stop in Newark to take in historic buildings like St. John the Baptist Church and Rhodes Pharmacy before possibly touring the特拉华大学的理由。八月，旅行者涌向米德尔敦（Middletown）参加Olde Tyme Peach节，您可以看到St. Andrew’s School- 罗宾·威廉姆斯经典电影《死诗人协会》的背景 - 一年中的任何时候。

第9号 - 印度河湾

Starting Location：长脖子，de
结束位置: Bethany Beach, DE
长度：26英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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这在dian River Bay, a favorite summer spot among Delaware residents, has begun to see a bit of tourism in recent years. Its shores are largely pristine, and visitors are free to explore without a lot of fanfare - just find a nice spot to sit and watch the fishermen at work. Consider a side trip toDelaware Seashore State Parkto watch wildlife, or forge a water adventure with swimming, surfing, or sailboarding in the summer months.

No. 8 – Wiggins Mill

Starting Location：米德尔敦，de
结束位置：米德尔敦，de
长度：12英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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Ideal for whiling away an hour or two or even a full afternoon, this route in the Wiggins Mill park area provides recreational opportunities for all ages. The actual 200-acreWiggins Mill Parkin south New Castle County has various sporting courts and fields, from basketball to soccer, to satisfy athletic natures. The prime attraction of the park, however, is its easy-to-traverse trail around Wiggins Pond, which showcases local flora and fauna.

第7号 - 黑鸟州立森林

Starting Location：黑鸟，de
结束位置：黑鸟，de
长度：12英里
最佳开车赛季: Spring, Summer, and Fall
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这个越过5400英亩的循环黑鸟州立森林在新的城堡和肯特县及其周围的乡村地区，旅行者有机会收听自然并充实他们的思想。孩子们将在现场享受教育中心，在那里他们可以看到海狸水坝西洋镜，近距离工作的蜂箱以及几十件其他事情都不看见的东西。将汽车停放并徒步探索森林在许多自然步道之一上，或者委托一匹马挽救您的双腿免于疲倦并获得更高的有利位置。

第6号 - 特拉华州6号公路

Starting Location：Blackiston，de
结束位置：伍德兰海滩，德
长度: 14 miles
最佳开车赛季: Spring, Summer, and Fall
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Much of this drive through Kent County is characterized by rural woods and light hills, but there are still many points of interest despite its relatively short length and lack of people. Stop in Smyrna to learn about the Underground Railroad that passed through the area or just enjoy a bite to eat in its historic downtown. At Woodland Beach, tour the 17th century Sutton House that now plays home both domestically and professionally for林地海滩野生动物区域工人。

第5号 - 特拉华州的河口

Starting Location: Dover, DE
结束位置：Brandywine，de
长度：57英里
最佳开车赛季: Spring, Summer, and Fall
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以滚动的山丘和山谷为特征，在特拉华河旁边开始的这种驱动器既风景秀丽又宁静。但是，途中有一些文明的味道，散布着一系列野生动植物的避难所，例如孟买胡克国家野生动物保护区和林地海滩野生动物区域。这新城堡法院博物馆值得一游，了解该地区的美国原住民根源和后来的历史，并参观Nemours Mansion and Garden不久前，威尔明顿在威尔明顿提供了特权的生活。

No. 4 – Nanticoke Heritage Byway

Starting Location：seaford，de
结束位置：劳雷尔，德
长度：16英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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探索萨塞克斯郡西部的树林和农田，这次驱动器使旅行者有机会体验一种更安静的生活方式，远离城市和义务的喧嚣。在Nanticoke河上停下来，将历史悠久的林地渡轮带到另一侧，或用杆和卷轴在其水域中测试运气。在Trap Pond State Park，有很多机会可以在远足或自行车上伸出双腿。

第3号 - 刘易斯之旅

Starting Location：拿骚，de
结束位置: Lewes, DE
长度：11英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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很难在沿海行驶上进行改进，但是该州刘易斯地区的这条路线较短。它在郊区旅行Great Marsh Preserve，观鸟者可以在这里监视各种候鸟和自然爱好者，可以悠闲地漫步。Cape Henlopen State Park也很容易到达，旅客可以停下来游览堡垒或在刘易斯雷神运河上野餐。

第2号 - 红色粘土谷

Starting Location：Yorklyn，de
结束位置：Yorklyn，de
长度：22英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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Through sleepy towns and wooded hills, this drive loops through the heart of New Castle County in a region known to locals as the Red Clay Valley. Old growth forests dominate the landscape, and there is no shortage of historic buildings to tour and photograph. In Hockessin, consider climbing aboard the Historic Red Clay steam train for a ride to Greenbank and back where roads once traveled only by horse and buggy can be viewed.

第1号 - 9号公路沿海遗产

Starting Location：新城堡，德
结束位置：Dover de
长度：52英里
最佳开车赛季： 全部
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这条两车道的路在特拉华河和海湾河口旁边，可欣赏水的壮丽景色，并穿过历史悠久的城镇。这条路线的旅行者将被视为看到美国东部海岸沿线保存的最大沿海沼泽地，这反映了该地区蓬勃发展的野生动植物。在多佛，约翰·狄金森种植园也被称为杨树大厅，是最喜欢的中途停留，可以看到其早期的格鲁吉亚建筑和横扫地面。