8 Hidden Gems Things to do in Cape May That You Shouldn't Miss

December 23, 2021 Sheron Bogner

Yes, Cape May is, technically, on the Jersey Shore. But it’s the antithesis of the Jersey Shore you’ll see on TV—instead of nightclubs and tanning parlors, you’ll find Victorian mansions and a famous lighthouse.
Restaurants in Cape May

1. Out of the Past Antiques

394 Myrtle Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204-1431 +1 609-884-3357 [email protected] http://www.outofthepastantiques.com
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Out of the Past Antiques

HARD-TO-FIND ANTIQUES & PRICELESS MEMORIES! Come check out our unique antiques for sale at Out of the Past Antiques, Cape May's best antique shop for experiencing vintage memories at a reasonable price. Located in Victorian Cape May, NJ, this is the antique shop for hard-to-find treasures, big and small. From vintage doll house furniture to high-quality china and vintage clothing, we specialize in having a tremendous variety of antiques for every taste, interest, and budget.The cozy Cape May antique shop is filled with vintage treasures that evoke fond memories from the past. Since 1996 I have been selling antiques in historic Cape May, NJ and Lancaster, PA. I scour the country auctions, estate sales, flea markets and yard sales across the Mid-Atlantic to bring you a hand-picked selection of rare and unusual collectibles antiques. Stop by this old fashioned antique shop and enjoy the continually changing array of antiques for sale. We guarantee you will see something out of your

Reviewed By Passenger67605017453

Fantastic place to shop or just visit. Great selection of antiques that cover several decades prior to 1980. Quqlity items at great prices and no junk. Courteous and helpful owner.

2. Salt Marsh Safari The Skimmer

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Salt Marsh Safari The Skimmer

We offer Birding and Wildlife Cruises, Marine Life Safaris, Crabbing Trips, and Sunset Cruises in the beautiful Back Bays of Cape May and Wildwood. (Also see our page for trips from The Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor). We also offer field trips for school groups and universities as well as private trips for tour operators that can be combined with drop off/pick up at a local waterfront restaurant. As we say, the trip is a combination of Birding, Marine Biology and Bad Jokes :) We look forward to having you join us.

3. Tiny Cruise Line

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Tiny Cruise Line

Cape May Harbor

4. Jersey Shore Alpacas

521 Route 47 S, Cape May, NJ 08204-5101 +1 609-889-4957 [email protected] http://www.jerseyshorealpacas.com
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Jersey Shore Alpacas

IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT US FOR AVAILABILITY WITHOUT VISITING OUR WEBSITE FIRST for complete schedule information. Closed Sundays. Due to COVID, we will be open BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, but we are booking well in advance. Fleece and Fun for Everyone! Jersey Shore Alpacas is a small, friendly farm located in Green Creek, just north of Cape May, NJ (about 3 hours from NYC). Please see our website for more information on visiting the farm. :) You'll love meeting our curious alpacas and browsing in our shop for soft, warm alpaca clothing and cuddly toys! We also carry more than 20 different types of alpaca yarn from Blue Sky Fibers, Alpaca Yarn Company, and farm yarn (when available). Hope to see you soon!

Reviewed By elwood18974 - Warminster, United States

So worth the trip - we were staying less than 10 minutes away and I decided to surprise my family. We'd never been to an Alpaca farm before so my wife and two teenage sons were very surprised - and we all thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Jim was our host - he had the necessary handwashing and sanitizing station prepared. After a short introduction, he provided us bags of carrots (teats for the Alpacas) and walked us to the pen to see the male Alpacas, followed soon after by female Alpaca in their pen. Jim was an awesome host, answered all our questions, and taught us all about Alpaca - they are such friendly animals. This visit was definitely worth the time and money!

5. SUP Cape May

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SUP Cape May

SUP CAPE MAY offers Paddle Boarding Rentals, Instructional Tours with Photography, and Ocean Excursions! To ensure our clients have the best experience, we provide premium equipment that is sized appropriately to each paddler, thorough instruction is given so each person can maneuver their board proficiently, and we have a chase boat that comes with our tours for extra support and photography! Its the best way to learn with us, and create lasting memories with our photos. Our success rate of people Stand Up Paddle Boarding is huge, and they always leave with a smile ready to come back each season to paddle with SUP CAPE MAY!

6. Cape May Winery & Vineyard

711 Town Bank Rd, Cape May, NJ 08204-4410 +1 609-884-1169 [email protected] http://www.capemaywinery.com
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4.5 based on 640 reviews

Cape May Winery & Vineyard

Here at the Cape May Winery, we pride ourselves on maintaining a family-owned and operated business that provides our customers with quality wines, exceptional service, and a relaxing atmosphere that makes everyone feel a part of our family after the first sip! The Cape May Winery’s journey began in 1989 with the planting of the first vines in Cape May County which started our Townbank Vineyard. Today, we grow 11 different varietals across 4 vineyards totaling 26 acres. As you can imagine, a lot has happened over the years! We invite you to be a part of our story during your next visit to Cape May and take a journey all your own through one of our tastings or tours. Wander through the many different rooms that make up the winery, explore our beautiful grounds, and and enjoy tapas from our kitchen all while discovering your own passion for wine. Cheers!

Reviewed By M8807FTrobertb - Lansdale, United States

We had their wine tasting, since we liked what we tasted, we had a full glass and sat on the enclosed porch, enjoyed the winery and relaxed. Service was great, wine great and surroundings relaxing.

7. Willow Creek Winery

168 Stevens St, Cape May, NJ 08204-1070 +1 609-770-8782 [email protected] http://willowcreekwinery.com/
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Willow Creek Winery

Stunning Fifty Acre winery and farm. Open every day at noon for outdoor dining. Fire Pit Friday with live music 6-9pm. Full farm-to-table grill menu, reservations strongly suggested. Gorgeous gardens. The only winery and tasting room on Cape May Island. Just a short bike ride, walk or drive from all Cape May beaches and attractions.

Reviewed By washingtondcmomma

Just discovered Willow Creek on our most recent trip to Cape May and absolutely loved it! The grounds and winery are beautiful, and the outdoor bar (and bartenders!) couldn’t be nicer! Beth took care of us on both our visits and made my kids’ day with her special (i.e., non-alcoholic) frozen daiquiris. We enjoyed yummy food, good sangria and, best of all, CORN HOLE! They’ve got multiple boards with tables set up next to the outdoor bar. It was the perfect way to spend the afternoon with our kids. Bob and Season also couldn’t be nicer (and thanks, Bob, for helping us out with our scavenger hunt!). We’ll definitely be back for the wonderful food, scenery, and hospitality!

500 Forrestal Rd Rio Grande, Cape May, NJ 08204 +1 609-886-8787 [email protected] http://usnasw.org
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Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

Naval Air Station Wildwood Foundation is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to restore Hangar #1 at the Cape May Airport, Cape May County, New Jersey, into an aircraft museum honoring the Navy airmen who died while training during World War II. Hangar # 1 was listed onto the National Register of Historic Places in September of 1997. Naval Air station (NAS) Wildwood was commissioned on April 1, 1943. The site served as an active dive-bomber squadron training facility from 1943 to 1945. Aircraft stationed at NAS Wildwood included TBM Avengers, Douglas Dauntlesses, Vought Corsairs and Curtiss Helldivers. Forty-two airmen perished while training at NAS Wildwood during World War II. In June 1997, NASW Foundation purchased Hangar #1 at the Cape May Airport. The 92,000 square-foot all-wooden structure was in a state of disrepair and required extensive renovation. Under the stewardship of NASW Foundation, the hangar was listed on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places at the National Significance Level. NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum now boasts over 26 aircraft displays as well as exhibits of military memorabilia, engines, photographs and more. Additionally, the Franklin Institute of Philadelphia has provided NAS Wildwood with a wealth of interactive exhibits that allow visitors to discover the science of flight. The museum also features a library, food vending area as well as a recently expanded gift shop. In its role as a community resource, NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum regularly hosts activities including fly-ins, aviation festivals, big band concerts, swing dances, veterans’ ceremonies, historical lectures, school field trips and senior tours.

Reviewed By redclover11 - Parsippany, United States

Great exhibits for all ages, had complete access to airplanes. Was very informative, with an emphasis on local WWII history. There are also many interactive and hands on exhibits. You can even get inside the various airplanes! The highlight of our visit was when Dr. Salvatore personally took us around and showed us behind the scene projects they were working on. He even took the time to tell us the story of how he acquired an engine for Boeing 777 and explained the history of many exhibits. It was such a great visit and will definitely be back again!

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