THINGS TO DO IN CAPE MAY NEW JERSEY

Cape May Beaches & Promanade
Welcome to our award winning beaches, where the sunrises are spectacular and the dolphin love to show off! Beach tags are required for anyone over the age of 12. They can be purchased at any of the beach entrances. So pack up your umbrellas, beach towels, chairs & sun screen and head on down to the shoreline. There is no need to pack a lunch, just across the street you’ll find many restaurants serving all kinds of goodies. From Hot Dog Tommy’s to Harry’s Restaurant on Beach & Madison, where you can place your order & they will deliver it directly to your beach chair!! Their menu ranges from snacks and appetizers to gourmet sandwiches and salads. Not ready for your day to end just quite yet? Let’s take a stroll on the Cape May Promenade which runs alongside our sandy beaches. Up here you’ll find an arcade, a couple of sweet shops & our gorgeous convention center. Be sure to check out their website in case there is a concert while your vacationing.

Cape May Point State Park / Cape May Lighthouse
The 157 foot high, 199 step Cape May Lighthouse was built in 1859 and sits just a short ride from the center of Cape May. The breathtaking views can be taken in while perched high above the dunes. Cape May Point is a well known destination favorite for birders. Whether it’s spring or fall Cape May Point is sure to not disappoint! Towards the end of the summer season you’ll find Dragonflies and Monarchs migrating through on their way across the Delaware Bay.

The Washington Street Mall
The heart of Cape May’s shopping hub can be found on the Washington Street Pedestrian Mall. We offer an array of boutique shops including fine art, jewelry, clothing, toys and even Christmas decorations! Craving sweets after a long day of shopping? Look no further, this outdoor shopping mall has The Original Fudge Kitchen, along with a few ice cream stops as well as candy shops. Those looking to sit back & relax can enjoy one of the many restaurants along the walk. May we suggest enjoying a bite to eat or sipping on a cocktail at Fins?

Emlen Physick Estate
The Emlen Physick Estate time warps you back into the Victorian Era. The home is nearly untouched from it’s 18th century charm. The 18-room mansion, was built in 1879 for Dr. Emlen Physick Jr. The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) saved the Physick Estate from demolition. The city purchased the estate and MAC leases it from the city of Cape May. MAC has restored the home & is responsible for the daily operations and upkeep in maintaining this historic house museum which you can tour. Throughout the year The Physick Estate hosts several outdoor functions.

Cape May County Park & Zoo
Lions and Tigers and Bears.......yup we've got them all here at the Cape May County Zoo! Our zoo is a non profit organization that relies solely on the generosity of its visitors.
ZOO HOURS
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Spring/Summer)
10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Fall/Winter)
Open 7 days a week
?Closed Christmas Day

Save some time to play at Tree to Tree
ADULTS (11+) $50
ADVENTURE COURSE & ZIPLINE
includes 4 adventure courses and zipline course (Reach requirement: participants must reach 5’11″)
*This measurement is taken from the ground to fingertips with arms extended over the participants head.
KIDS COURSE (7+) $30
ADVENTURE COURSE
includes 2 adventure courses (Reach requirement: participants must reach 4’7″)
*This measurement is taken from the ground to fingertips with arms extended over the participants head.
Once you’ve finished touring the zoo and flying along the zip lines take some time out to enjoy the fresh air while the kids play in the park or take a moment to enjoy the peace & quiet while overlooking the pond & gazebo out front. There is plenty to do for all. Nature trails can be found through out the park. There's even pavilions that can be rented for your own private party.

Morey`s Piers / Wildwood Boardwalk
Enjoy hundreds of rides or a day in the waterpark or do both in one day. The most important thing that we recommend while visiting the Wildwoods is reminiscing of your childhood past. Not much has change on the boards ,you can still enjoy the classics like…...funnel cakes, churros, cotton candy, curly fries & of course a slice of pizza from our favorite MACK’S. This brings up a life long debate over family members. Not their family members but ours. Brian & Jill swear by MACK’s fresh, gooey, greasy mozzarella on top of that sweet sauce. However little Giancola’s were born into our family & now into their teenage years, these kids think they can disrespect our long term commitment to Mack’s & will only eat at Sam’s. Needless to say each trip to the boardwalk ends in a verbal dispute with our children.

Historic Cold Spring Village
Historic Cold Spring Village is the largest opened air living museum in NJ. Locate between Route 9 & Seashore Rd in Lower Township, just off of the island. Consumed on over 30 acres with 26 restored buildings guests will find themselves back in the day. There is even an organic working farm that services the restaurant. A self guided tour can take anywhere from 3-4 hours. Throughout your tour you will pass through a gift shop, a bakery, an ice cream parlor as well as the brewery.