I just loved it here. Many resources, a public bathroom, the opportunity to climb to the top of the…read morelighthouse, and a beach!

Stopped by here to walk around and take a look at the light house as we heard it was a landmark and…read moretourist attraction. It was closed for the season as most things are in January but still got a couple of pictures.

LOWER TOWNSHIP/CAPE MAY: Cape May has a lot of military history and the World War II Lookout Tower…read moreplayed a key role in keeping New Jersey and Delware safe. Fire Control Tower No. 23 is one of a series of towers with observation decks that was used to triangulate the position of enemy ships and direct the artillery fire from nearby coastal batteries. This tower is all that remains in NJ and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Leashed dogs are allowed to explore the property and you can learn about the history through signage dotted along the path. There is also a Veterans Memorial eternal flame sculpture. Dogs are not allowed inside the building, but it is still an impressive stop on your visit.

I've been curious about these strange concrete cylinders that dot the skyline of Cape May and…read moreRehobeth/ Dewey/Bethany Beach DE (directly across the bay from Cape May). This was the first opportunity to learn about them, and I of course took it! These were built during WW II as part of the Fort Myers Delaware Bay defense system. They were observation posts used to report enemy ship activity, directing nearby artillery. They were not in service for long as advances in technology made them obsolete. This is one of two that have been restored & are open to the public- the other is at Cape Henlopen State Park in Delaware. I had an interesting chat with a volunteer, who told me that people often think these were used for spotting fires, which was never their purpose. He told me you can go inside and climb stairs to the 6th level & look out the slotted view. I elected not to as I've recently fractured my ankle & I didn't think my physical therapist would be happy with me climbing all those stairs just yet. I'm looking forward to a return visit once my rehab is complete. Note: They have reduced hours in the off season (October to April).

Coined as America's first seaside resort, Cape May became the country's summer resort destination…read morebecause of its effortless transport by water from Philadelphia to the Atlantic Ocean. Early visitors of Cape May included Henry Clay, Ulysses Grant, and possibly Abraham Lincoln in 1849. Victorian-style architecture was the most common style used from the 1860s to 1900s, during Cape May's reconstruction. Perhaps one of the best-known Victorian houses is the Emlen Physick House. As Cape May's only Victorian house museum, visitors can tour inside, as it was part of our combo trolley ticket. Named for Doctor Emlen Physick, he completed his medical training but did not practice medicine and lived off of his generation's wealth. Designed in 1876 by famed architect Frank Furness, the mansion is an excellent example of a stick-style house. It's characterized by geometric shapes and partially exposed timbers that hint at the house's support structure. An eighteen-room fully furnished features with period-accurate Victorian goods and offers a glimpse of what life was like in the late 1800s. The tour guide, Chris,, was fantastic & really went through every possible detail on the family & the history. Well worth the extra few dollars!

I discovered the Brew Fest event on the Cape May TV Channel. The event featured different beer,…read morewine, and alcohol vendors, so I was glad it wasn't all beer. To purchase alcohol, you needed to present your id and get a wristband which I thought was a good idea. However, I had to stand in a long line to purchase drink tickets even though I wasn't really sure what I was going to drink. I didn't find this to be a good system, and others around me in line seemed to agree. Additionally, there were several food trucks featuring BBQ, burgers, and hotdogs as well as sweets. Places to sit were limited, so it may be helpful to bring chairs or a blanket. There was also a variety of merchandise vendors along with two different live bands, neither of which appealed to me but seemed popular. Parking is limited, so we had to park about 4-5 blocks away.

Great arts & science organization. Friendly & helpful staff. Excellent guest lecturers. Beautiful…read moregrounds .. & .. great location. I would highly recommend the Cape May Arts & Science Center. You should ask for David. He is professional, personable, knowledgeable .. & .. very, very helpful. If you have any questions whatsoever .. David will answer them.

Considering they've only bern open for one month at the time of this review (July 2023), they've…read moredone a nice job creating this public tour. The Cape May Point Science Center is located in the former St. Mary's Retreat, run for a century by the Sisters of St. Joseph. The Sisters are a quiet Roman Catholic group, and they reject any display of material wealth. As a result, the 38,000 square foot building is largely as it was at the turn of the 20th century, with modest improvements and careful maintenance. I admit half the reason I signed up for a tour was to get a look inside. The Sisters did not give tours, run layperson retreats or welcome outside visitors. The Science Center is now working to use the space for environmental study and education. Cape May is a key area for migratory bird traffic as well as being in a location that has both bay and ocean marine environments. During the tour they talked about how these are connected- for example, each spring, horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs, which migrating birds stop and eat. The tour consists first of the history of the building, (before it was a retreat it was a home for aged and I'll former slaves, and, before that a hotel) then to the ecological and scientific studies ongoing. They host different community events from yoga and nature journaling to night sky viewing. I'm looking forward to their adding curation as they grow. It was an interesting tour where I learned a good bit, seeing part of the interior and the tranquil courtyard was also quite cool.

State of NJ heritage sight. Site of a revolutionary massacre (damn Redcoats!) and an amazingly…read moreawesome example of "Flemish Bond" architecture. Never even heard of this style before. 10 minutes from Salem. Interpretative signs give a good explanation of the significance of the sight. The house is not open due to budget cuts. (Boo Hiss!)

Great historical home. Park staff very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions.read more

Hey bro, that sexy lingerie you're wearing won't make you look like a superhero. But this Cape May…read more The Cape May historical district is one of the prettiest areas of the entire United States to wander around. It's walkable for most of the year except in the bitter winter months, in which case you'd have to wrap up very warm and keep the walk to a minimum. The summer sunlight and the gentle colours of Spring and Autumn are the best complement to these gorgeous coloured houses anyway. You might describe this as paradise, especially if you like history and the kind of buildings that you associate with Postcard Row in San Francisco. The whole center of town is filled with them, and many number of streets are lined with perfect gorgeous multicolored old Victorian style houses. It gives the town such a wonderful charm and makes it such a wonderful destination to visit on the East Coast. While you are in town make sure you try the ice cream delights at Fine Fellows.

We visited Cape May the weekend before New Year's Eve since we had heard that it was nicely…read moredecorated for the holidays. This quaint little beach town with its Victorian houses and little local stores along cobblestone streets was so pleasant to walk and enjoy. The entire town was decorated in holiday lights, snowmen, reindeer and even the grinch! The center of town had a large lighted Christmas tree in a gazebo in a small park. Everything is walking distance and the local bars, restaurants and bed n breakfast inns are all In close proximity. Congress hall is a great breakfast place as well as Uncle Bills pancake house where we had an amazing breakfast at a great price. The Virginia hotel is a great place to stay and the dining experience is 5 star! Everyone was friendly and the town was clean and just overall pretty. For a beach town it was pretty busy and full for the holidays! There were tour buses which sounded like people were having a great time on with music and laughter! I guess I'll check it out again during the next 3 seasons! A nice, quick and relaxing weekend getaway!

Excellent way to spend a morning. We lucked out with perfect weather, but even so-we'll be back…read more Beautiful views along the salt marsh, nice nature walk, interesting history, and just enough of a workout to get down the rails.

It was 'cute' but should be 1/4 of the price. Even though…read morecape May is notoriously expensive for $100 you could go on the dolphin watching boat, rent kayaks or bikes, get a birding boat tour - just about anything here . And I've done those and they are worth the money. This was a well run activity, professional. I knew it was an hour and a half "trip" but it is actually just 20 minutes riding the bike rails in One Direction and then you turn around and do the same thing back for 20 minutes. There's a few stops where teenagers give a very memorized explanation about one of the parks you stop at (which you can drive to and walk around for free). If $100 is a drop in the bucket for you then you should do this.

From the service to the food this place was great. I rarely eat places new to me but im glad we…read morewent somewhere outside our norm. The crab cakes and ahi tuned were cooked amazing and Christian timed everything perfectly. We didnt feel rushed and now we want to come back during the day and explore the menu further. What a great Friday. Thanks Christian and staff at Landshark!!​

deaja is the best server and really good food love it go and try it…read more............................................................................

Another visit to the museum and even though this visit I did the self guided tour, I still learned…read moreadditional things I didn't hear before. I love supporting this small museum. So much rich history that we weren't taught about in history class.

My museum bestie & I lucked out as we entered this beautiful gem of a museum thinking we would only…read morebe able to hang out for a short time -- well we walked right into the beginning of a tour that lasted well over an hour! I hate that I can't recall her name but she was fantastic at explaining the history & evolution of HT & all the others that were involved. She even offered to chat up with folks well after the museum close time had passed. I love my huge massive MET museum but can feel the history in these smaller places that NEED to remain open. So much history here -- bravo to all that helped to preserve this HT museum. Walked out nearly 90 mins later utterly in love!

The World War II Lookout Tower Museum & Memorial was a great stop for anyone interested in history…read moreor wanting to experience another side of Cape May. It's a reminder of the important role this area played during World War II, and I appreciated being able to learn more about the history while exploring the area. It's not the longest stop, but it's worth visiting if you're already exploring Cape May Point, the lighthouse, and nearby attractions. A great educational stop that adds more depth to your Cape May experience. Would I come back? Absolutely. It's also on sunset beach if you want to stop by, near gift shop and a restaurant on the beach.

It doesn't take long to see it (even if you read every sign and plaque), but still one of the most…read morefun things to do in the Cape May area. The history of the tower and the network it was a part of is interesting and little known. Parking easy in a dirt lot across the road. Entry is paid (and it's probably not "worth it" but you're helping preserve a piece of history) but you can buy a combo entry to the lighthouse to safe a few bucks.