About this city
Frankford is a peaceful, historic incorporated town located in southeastern Sussex County, Delaware, positioned just a few miles inland from the Atlantic coast and the Assawoman bays. Developed in the 19th century around a vital crossroads and subsequent railway expansion, the town grew into a prospering agricultural and timber shipping hub for the surrounding fertile countryside. Today, Frankford offers a quiet, small-town atmosphere characterized by shaded historic streets and classic residential architecture. Its geographic proximity to Delaware's major ocean resorts allows residents and visitors to enjoy rural tranquility, local antique shopping, and forested coastal plain scenery while staying just minutes away from the region's top beaches.
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Suggested stay: 1 day
Browse for unique treasures at the Frankford Antique Mall, enjoy outdoor activities and picnicking at the local town park, and take a short drive to experience the nearby ocean beaches and maritime forests.
