Delaware
"Liberty and Independence"
Nickname
First State
Capital
Dover
Statehood
December 7, 1787 (1st)
Motto
Liberty and Independence
Explore Delaware
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Top mountains
Signature peaks and elevation highlights.
Best hikes
Trail ideas from day hikes to overnighters.
State parks
Must-see parks and natural areas.
Road trip loops
Weekend-friendly scenic drives.
Waterfronts
Lakes, rivers, and coastal stops to visit.
Waterfalls & springs
Cool-down spots and photogenic falls.
Scenic overlooks
Pull-offs and vistas for quick views.
Camping spots
Easy campgrounds and dispersed sites.
Historic towns
Main streets, museums, and landmarks.
Family weekends
Low-stress itineraries with kids in mind.
Top universities
Best-known universities and colleges.
Top biggest cities
Largest metros and fast-growing hubs.
Top places to visit
Must-see destinations and attractions.
Top high schools
High-performing public and private schools.
Top cities
Beloved cities for living and visiting.
Basic information
Quick facts, nickname, capital, and region.
Geography
Landscapes, neighbors, and natural regions.
Economy
Key industries, employers, and growth drivers.
About Delaware
Delaware is the second-smallest state in the country, yet its business-friendly corporate law framework has made it the official legal home of more than half of all publicly traded U.S. companies — an outsized influence that has nothing to do with its modest population. The state's beaches, bay marshland, and colonial river towns tell an entirely different, much smaller-scale story.
The guides below cover both sides of that split: the practical, corporate Delaware most people never see, and the coastal and historic Delaware most visitors actually experience.