- Our list of the best things to do in Cape May, New Jersey, features the top 184 nearby activities — including 87 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Cape May, NJ has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Amusement, Outdoor Places, Water Activities, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 35 things to do within the city of Cape May, NJ , followed by 149 popular activities in nearby cities, including Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Wildwood, Dewey Beach, Stone Harbor, Sea Isle City, Cape May Court House, Milton, Avalon, Wildwood Crest, North Wildwood, Rio Grande, Ocean View, Ocean City, Milford and Bethany Beach
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Customers head out in a boat in the Atlantic Ocean to watch dolphins for two hours or dolphins and whales for three hours
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756 Sunset Boulevard, Cape May, NJ 08204
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Originally constructed in 1942, World War II Lookout Tower/ Fire Control Tower No. 23, is the last restorable World War II tower that was part of Fort Miles. Visitors can climb to the top of the tower.
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The day to day activities of those living in South Jersey are brought to life at the Historic Cold Spring Village which covers the years of 1789 through 1840. Interactive, educational, and hands-on family activities are offered at the site.
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Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center
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1121 Route 109, Cape May, NJ 08204
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The Cape May Whale Watch & Research Center offers oceanic cruises where guests can view whales, dolphins, and pelagic birds. All tours are guided by a naturalist, and there is a marine lab at the landing site that can be toured.
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Cape May Beach is a public beach that offers opportunities for sunset viewing, walking, fishing, wildlife viewing, and surfing. The beach also has a boardwalk that can be used for fishing.
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With kayak and stand up paddle board rentals, Aqua Trails-Kayak Tours & Sales offers guided tours of the surrounding harbor. The company also offers kayaking workshops that teach visitors how to use the equipment and practice basic safety guidelines.
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Miss Chris Marina & Kayaks is a kayak excursion company that offers fishing trips, whale and dolphin watching tours, and kayak rentals. The company also has opportunities for bird watching and stand-up paddle boarding.
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Avoid the typical beach crowds by visiting Poverty Beach in Cape May, and discover the stunning views and soft, sandy beachfront. This secluded beach is ideal for spreading out on a towel while the kids play in the gentle surf.
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Show quality Peruvian and Chilean alpacas are available at Bay Springs Farm Alpacas. They have been in operation since 1999 and remain the largest as well as oldest alpaca breeder in Cape May County.
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1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204
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With kayak and stand up paddle board rentals, Aqua Trails-Kayak Tours & Sales offers guided tours of the surrounding harbor. The company also offers kayaking workshops that teach visitors how to use the equipment and practice basic safety guidelines.
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With views over the Atlantic Ocean, Sunset Beach offers mini golf, beach combing, and swimming. Historic sites at the beach include the USS Antlantus, the ruins of a concrete battleship that ran aground on the beach.