13 Best Things to Do in Cape May, NJ

Cape May offers more than just beaches. Explore charming shops at Washington Street Mall or visit the Victorian-era Emlen Physick Estate when you need a break from the sand.

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Jersey Shore Alpacas

#13 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

521 South Route 47
Less than 1 hour
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Varies depending on number of riders
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Revolution Rail Co. Cape May

#12 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

609 Lafayette St.
1 to 2 hours
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Free to enter and park; prices vary by activity
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Dinner at Beach Plum Farm

#11 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

140 Stevens St.
2 hours to Half Day
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Prices vary by company
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Explore Cape May area wineries

#10 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

711 Town Bank Road
2 hours to Half Day
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$8 for adults; $5 for kids 3-12
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Climb the World War II Lookout Tower

#9 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

536 Sunset Blvd.
Less than 1 hour
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$16 for adults; $12 for kids 3-12
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Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

#8 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

Cape May Airport, 500 Forrestal Rd.
1 to 2 hours
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$20 for adults; $15 for kids 3-12
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Tour the Emlen Physick Estate

#7 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

1048 Washington St.
1 to 2 hours
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$12 for adults; $8 for kids 3-12
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Admire the view from the Cape May Lighthouse

#6 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

215 Light House Ave.
Less than 1 hour
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Free
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Cape May County Park & Zoo

#5 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

707 US-9 North
1 to 2 hours
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$12 for adults; $10 for kids 3-12
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Step back in time at Historic Cold Spring Village

#4 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

720 U.S. 9
2 hours to Half Day
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Fees vary by activity
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Sunset Beach

#3 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

502 Sunset Blvd.
1 to 2 hours
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Free
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Shop at Washington Street Mall

#2 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

401 Washington St.
1 to 2 hours
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Beach tag prices vary by season
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Relax along Cape May city beaches

#1 in Best Things To Do in Cape May

251 Beach Ave.
More than Full Day
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