About this city
Laurel is a historic town rich in natural beauty located in southwestern Sussex County, Delaware, situated along the navigable Broad Creek, a major tributary of the Nanticoke River. Established in the late 18th century and incorporated in 1883, the town flourished during the steamboat and railroad eras as an agricultural shipping powerhouse, once renowned as a world leader in basket manufacturing for fruit shipping. Laurel boasts one of the largest registered historic districts in Delaware, featuring over 800 historic structures that showcase gorgeous Victorian and Colonial revival architecture. Its location within the pristine Nanticoke River watershed makes it a prime hub for low-impact eco-tourism, fishing, and freshwater boating.
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Suggested stay: 1–2 days
Explore the expansive Laurel Historic District, kayak or canoe down Broad Creek into the Nanticoke River, camp and fish at nearby Trap Pond State Park, and hunt for bargains at the giant Bargain Bill's Flea Market.
