♦ Cape May Lighthouse
More than 2.5 million visitors have climbed the lighthouse since it opened to the public in 1988. For those who choose not to climb, the Oil House on the grounds contains a fully accessible Visitors’ Orientation Center and Museum Shop carrying souvenirs, books and maritime items.Located at the tip of Cape May, in Cape May Point State Park, built in 1859, automated in 1946, and continues operation to this day. See website for tours and more info.
Phone: (609) 224-6066
Address: 215 Light House Ave, Cape May Point, NJ 08212
♦ Emlen Physick Estate
A visit to the Physick Estate today offers a look back at our Victorian past as evidenced by its architecture, decorative arts, customs, and the lives. Explore some of the many forms of leisure and entertainment – from sports to musical performances to vaudeville – that kept Americans having fun more than a century ago. Offers Ghost & Christmas tours. See website for details.
Phone: 609-884-5404
Address: 1048 Washington St, Cape May, NJ 08204
♦ World War 2 Lookout Tower
Built in 1942 and restored in 2008-09, the former military tower has spiral staircases leading to a watch room and viewing platform with views from the top, a “Wall of Honor” with then-and-now photographs of more than 100 area World War II veterans, plus a boardwalk featuring interpretive panels. See website for details.
Phone: (609) 884-5404
Address: 536 Sunset Blvd, Cape May, NJ 08204
♦ Angel of the Sea Guided Tour
A 30 minute guided tour of one of Cape May’s most charming historic Bed & Breakfast Inns and hear how this elegant property, built in the 1850s, was moved to its current location. Enjoy light refreshments after the tour.
Phone: (609) 884-5404
Address: 5 Trenton Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204
♦ Cape May Family Treasure Hunt
Discover the fun of exploring Cape May and uncovering its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that will take you on a self-guided discovery tour set to your own pace (answer sheet also included). A great family activity for any time of day, it’s available year-round.
Phone: (609) 884-5404
Address: 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
♦ Cape May Ghost Tours
Many of Victorian gems have been investigated and documented to have “friendly spirits”. Tour Cape May’s haunted locations and see if a ghostly encounter is in the cards for you! See website for details.
Phone: (609) 884-5404
Address: 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204
♦ South Cape May Meadows
Globally renowned birders paradise on a 200-acre coastal bird-watching sanctuary featuring trails that sit atop the wetland’s levees, beaches, wetlands & dunes providing a raised perspective for wildlife viewing. Visitors can enjoy a variety of waving grasses, rushes and sedges along with wildflowers including marsh pink, blue mist flower and seaside fleabane. The beachfront supports a diverse shore plant community including seaside goldenrod, beach heather, sea rocket and several varieties of primrose.
Phone: (908) 879-7262
Address: 692 Sunset Blvd, Cape May, NJ 08204
♦ Art Block
Unique shop/studio in the heart of Cape May offering latest trends in arts & crafts. Suitable for all ages. Located on Washington Street Mall.
Phone: (609) 884-2000
Address: 507 Washington Street #108, Cape May, NJ 08204