Visit Selbyville, Delaware
Nestled in Sussex County near the Maryland border, Selbyville is a quaint town where history and community thrive. Founded in 1778 as Sandy Branch, it blossomed into a strawberry shipping hub by the 1840s, thanks to the railroad. Today, with about 2,900 residents, Selbyville offers a peaceful Southern Delaware escape just minutes from coastal beaches.
Places to Stay in Selbyville
Selbyville greets you with cozy nearby stays and vacation rentals.
Selbyville Restaurants
For its size, Selbyville’s dining scene serves up a surprising number of fantastic Culinary Coast(™) eateries offering a variety of cuisines. Enjoy fresh seafood, ethnic options, or hearty comfort food.
Things to Do in Selbyville, DE
Selbyville offers a blend of history and simple pleasures. Explore the Railroad Station Museum, open monthly to showcase its 1872 rail roots, or stroll Church Street’s historic architecture and charming shops including quilting, fabric, and resale shops. Golf at Bayside Resort Golf Club, attend a performance featuring national or regional headliners at the Freeman Arts Pavilion, visit Magee Farms, a working farm offering tours, a petting zoo, a market, wagon rides, and a u-pick operation. You can also visit the Delaware Seaside Railroad Club, a museum with interactive model railroad displays and a vintage model train salesroom. Nearby, coastal trails and beaches beckon for outdoor fun.
Experience Selbyville Events
Selbyville offers June’s Old Timers’ Day Classic Car Show & Family Festival in June, which fills Church Street with over 100 vintage cars, live music, a beer garden, and family fun. Selbyville also welcomes the holidays with a Christmas Parade that has been a town favorite for nearly 65 years.
Selbyville Photos
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