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Funland

307 S Boardwalk #807, Rehoboth Beach, DE

Rehoboth Beach, DE

A cherished family-run amusement park on the Rehoboth boardwalk, where generations have ridden the same beloved rides by the sea.

Funland is a small, cherished amusement park perched right on the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, and for generations of families it has been an essential part of a Delaware shore summer. Family-owned since the 1960s, it has resisted the trend toward giant corporate parks, keeping its classic rides, midway games, and unhurried, hometown charm intact.

There is a carousel, a beloved dark ride, bumper cars, kiddie rides, and rows of boardwalk games where you can win a prize just steps from the sand. What makes Funland special is not spectacle but continuity: many visitors ride the same attractions their parents and grandparents rode, in the same spot by the sea, year after year.

What Travelers Love

  • Classic boardwalk rides that generations of families have grown up on
  • A carousel and dark ride cherished for their old-fashioned charm
  • Midway games and prizes right on the boardwalk by the sea
  • A family-owned park with a warm, hometown feel rather than corporate polish

Worth Knowing

  • Funland is a seasonal park, busiest through the warm beach months
  • Rides run on a ticket system rather than a single gate charge
  • It is right on the boardwalk, so a visit pairs naturally with the beach
  • Evenings are lively and popular, a classic part of a Rehoboth summer night

Learn about Funland

A family park by the sea

Funland has been run by the same family since the early 1960s, when they took over an existing boardwalk amusement operation in Rehoboth Beach and made it their own. Over the decades they resisted selling out or scaling up in the manner of big theme parks, choosing instead to keep the park small, personal, and rooted in the community.

That decision is why Funland feels the way it does. It is not a corporate megapark but a family business, staffed by locals and seasonal workers who often return year after year, with an atmosphere closer to a beloved neighborhood institution than a commercial attraction. Generations of the same families have worked there and played there, and the sense of continuity runs deep.

Classic rides and games

The rides at Funland are the classics that have delighted children for decades: a carousel, bumper cars, a small roller coaster, spinning teacup-style rides, and gentle attractions for the youngest visitors. A cherished indoor dark ride sends riders through a series of surprises in the dark, a favorite that many remember long into adulthood.

Along the boardwalk frontage run the midway games, where players toss, roll, and aim for a chance at a stuffed prize. These simple pleasures, a ride on the carousel, a game won by the sea, are exactly what draw people back, a taste of an older, simpler kind of seaside fun.

A Rehoboth tradition

Funland is woven into the identity of Rehoboth Beach itself. A summer evening on the boardwalk, with the lights of the park glowing against the darkening sea and the sound of games and laughter in the air, is one of the defining experiences of the Delaware shore.

For many families, a trip to the beach is not complete without a stop at Funland, and the park has become a shared memory across generations. Children who rode the carousel decades ago now bring their own children and grandchildren, passing down a tradition that has stayed remarkably unchanged.

Part of a beach day

Because Funland sits directly on the boardwalk, it fits seamlessly into a day at the shore. Families can spend the afternoon on the sand and then wander over as evening cools, riding and playing before dinner along the boardwalk's shops and eateries.

The park's compact size is part of its appeal: there are no exhausting lines or vast distances to cover, just a tidy cluster of rides and games in a beloved spot. It is a place built for easy, low-key fun, the kind that lingers in memory long after the summer ends.

Closest Boutels

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The Waypoint Rehoboth

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37239 Rehoboth Ave Ext, Rehoboth Beach, DE

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Details

Address307 S Boardwalk #807, Rehoboth Beach, DE
Rehoboth Beach, DE
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Frequently asked questions

What is Funland?

Funland, on the boardwalk at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, is a beloved family-owned amusement park, a cherished boardwalk institution that has delighted generations of beachgoers with its classic rides, games, and old-fashioned seaside fun. Right on the Rehoboth boardwalk, Funland offers a nostalgic collection of amusement rides for all ages, from gentle kiddie rides to livelier attractions, along with classic boardwalk games and prizes, all in a wholesome, family-friendly spirit that has made it a treasured part of the Rehoboth Beach experience for many years. Its classic rides and nostalgic charm make it a delightful destination. A beloved and nostalgic amusement park, it delights visitors. With its rides and games, Funland offers a compelling destination in Delaware.

What can you do at Funland?

You can enjoy the classic amusement rides for all ages, from gentle kiddie rides to livelier attractions, play the boardwalk games for prizes, and soak up the nostalgic, family-friendly seaside atmosphere right on the Rehoboth boardwalk. The classic rides, the boardwalk games, and the wholesome nostalgic fun are the draws, making it a delightful destination for families. The rides and games especially delight children. With its rides and games, Funland offers a rewarding experience at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware.

Is Funland good for families?

Yes, Funland is wonderful for families, a cherished family-owned park with gentle rides for little ones, livelier attractions for older kids, and classic boardwalk games, all in a wholesome, welcoming spirit right on the Rehoboth boardwalk that has delighted generations. Its variety of rides suits all ages, and its nostalgic charm appeals to parents and grandparents too, making it a beloved family tradition. Its family appeal makes Funland a delightful destination in Delaware.

When is the best time to visit Funland?

Funland is a seasonal boardwalk amusement park, so the warm months of the beach season, roughly late spring through early fall, are the time to visit, with the fullest fun in the peak summer season, and evenings are a classic time to enjoy the boardwalk lights and atmosphere. Because it is seasonal, checking current operating times before you go is wise. For the full boardwalk fun aim for the warm beach season, and check operating times, at Funland in Delaware.

What is near Funland?

Funland is on the boardwalk at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, within reach of the Rehoboth Beach and boardwalk, Cape Henlopen State Park and historic Lewes to the north, the other Delaware beach towns, and the attractions of the Delaware coast. That makes Funland a compelling stop to combine with Rehoboth Beach and Cape Henlopen on a visit to Delaware.

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