This staffed nature center offers year-round environmental education programs and recreational activities for all ages. Marine aquariums and displays intorduces visitors to ocean creatures face-to-face. An auditorium for audio-visual programs and a gift shop complete the attractions at this popular facility. Located at Cape Henlopen State Park. Fore more information, call 302.645.6852 or visit www.destateparks.com
Recent Reviews
Seaside Nature Center
Steve Bartkowski : 4 on 5/25/2026 3:25 am
I was at the Seaside Nature Center. I was looking for something to do. It was a cold day at the shore. I was surprised that such a small place had such vibrant sea life! I saw Horseshoe Crabs, Puffer Fish, Flounders, Pompano (Yes, a popular fish in Pompano Beach, Florida) Fish, and Diamondback Terrapins, a marshland Turtle! I was impressed. The gift shop had a limited selection, but I enjoyed this little center.
Steve Bartkowski
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Seaside Nature Center
Susannah Petersen : 4 on 8/2/2026 2:42 pm
Came here en route to the David McBride Beach. There are lots of available bikes to borrow and miles of trails going along WW2 exhibits.
The Nature Center building is small, but does include fun animal exhibits for both seeing and touching.
This stop took us around 20 minutes, and there were no crowds.
The Nature Center building is small, but does include fun animal exhibits for both seeing and touching.
This stop took us around 20 minutes, and there were no crowds.
Susannah Petersen
1785681753
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Seaside Nature Center
Bob Walsh : 4 on 5/13/2025 8:29 pm
It's small, but very cute. Takes about 15 minutes to see everything, longer if you stop to read the informative signs next to each aquarium. There is a small merch area, a tank where you can touch a horseshoe crab, and luckily a very clean bathroom. Not a destination on its own, but a cool little side quest in the state park.
Bob Walsh
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Seaside Nature Center
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