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Rehoboth Toy & Kite Company
★4.8(64 reviews)$Arcade
🕑 1-2 hours👶 Best for ages 4-14. Younger elementary-aged kids (4-8) enjoy the prize redemption aspect and simpler games, while tweens and teens gravitate toward competitive arcade games and the challenge of winning big-ticket items. Toddlers may enjoy watching but won't have the coordination for most games.🧡 Saved by 100+ families
About
Rehoboth Toy & Kite Company is a nostalgic arcade paradise that combines classic pinball and skee-ball with modern video games, plus an impressive selection of toys and colorful kites. Kids love the competitive thrill of racking up tickets to exchange for prizes, while parents appreciate the clean, well-maintained space just steps from Rehoboth Avenue's main attractions.
Highlights
- ✓Classic skee-ball and modern arcade games that appeal to multiple age groups
- ✓Ticket redemption prize counter with toys ranging from small trinkets to major prizes
- ✓Extensive kite collection perfect for beach flying
- ✓Air hockey and competitive multi-player games for family tournaments
- ✓Clean, well-lit environment with friendly staff
Pro Tips
- 1.Visit on weekday mornings right when they open at 10 AM for the quietest experience and first pick at prize inventory
- 2.Set a budget beforehand and exchange cash for tokens/game cards at the counter,it helps kids understand limits and practice decision-making
- 3.The kite selection is excellent if you're headed to the beach afterward; staff can recommend options based on wind conditions and child's age
- 4.Games near the back tend to be less crowded during peak hours
- 5.Save your tickets across multiple visits,they don't expire, so you can work toward bigger prizes throughout your vacation
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (10 AM-12 PM) offer the calmest atmosphere. Avoid late afternoons and evenings during summer weekends when the arcade fills with vacationers seeking indoor entertainment. Rainy beach days bring the biggest crowds.
What to Know
Games typically cost $0.50-$2.00 per play; budget $20-30 per child for a satisfying visit. Located right on Rehoboth Avenue with nearby municipal parking lots and street parking (metered in summer).
Seasonal Notes
Open year-round with consistent daily hours. Summer months (June-August) are busiest due to beach tourism. A great rainy-day backup plan during beach season or fun indoor break during off-season boardwalk visits.
Nearby Eats
Grotto Pizza (a Delaware institution) is within walking distance and very kid-friendly. For quicker bites, Thrashers French Fries on the boardwalk is a local favorite just a few blocks away.
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