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OUTLETS, ANTIQUES, BOUTIQUES AND MORE
Shopping takes on many forms in Southern Delaware, from the antique stores in Lewes to the eclectic boutiques in downtown Rehoboth. People come from all over to meander down the sidewalks of our quaint towns, stopping to browse for furniture, designer clothes, unique gifts, one a-kind art and more. Of course, they also come to avoid paying extra for their goods-Delaware is sales tax-free and proud of it.
One of the main shopping areas is downtown Rehoboth, which features a diverse array of boutiques and small shops with unique finds and gifts. The fashionable district is full of charming and sophisticated stores selling everything from home decor to beauty products. Browse through jewelry stores, chic clothing boutiques, quaint gift stores and art galleries to rival any major city. It's no wonder politicians and celebrities have been coming to Rehoboth for so many years. Even Oprah Winfrey has been spotted browsing the downtown shops and galleries.
Another incredibly popular place to shop are the outlet malls on Delaware RT1. Who doesn't love finding delicious deals on high - end products? In fact, the Rehoboth outlets have become so popular The Washington Post has published shopping tips and travel articles on the outlet malls alone!
Historic Lewes is the ideal spot for an afternoon stroll, with more than 40 unique shops within a walk-able half-mile square block. For even more variety, head to the "Quiet Resorts" of Fenwick Island and Bethany Beach while more rural, each has a distinct selection of cute stores with everything from beach necessities to paintings by local artists.
Those with a flair for antiques will love exploring our scenic rural towns for one-of-a-kind antique furniture and goods. There area actually more than 500 antique dealers in the Southern Delaware area, in the form of antique shops, flea markets and auctions. Free of tax, but full of variety, Southern Delaware shopping is top-notch.
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