I visited a few times when my child was young. I miss this place as this place is super cool…read more Tons to see and do.. Love the history They also have beer stuff .. if you're into that ... I'll be back

We got here one hour prior to closing. The entrance fee is…read more$16.00. Which is exorbitant for what it is. (The woman at the check in hut gave us half off.) Still a rip off considering we had an hour. The potter was amazing. The knowledge the "shop" keepers had regarding the buildings on the property was amazing. It's just so expensive. $5.00 for ONE blueberry muffin! Won't be rushing back. Go to Williamsburg if you want the real deal!

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.

This place is a hidden gem. It was really interesting and fun day when it was raining in Cape May…read moreNj.

Have visited twice - nice collection of aircraft all under one roof & not overwhelming. Staff…read moreon-site were very friendly and helpful. Also nice is the fact that you can get close (sometimes even inside) to the displays, as compared to some of the larger museums. A lot of local history and the NAS's contribution during WWII. There is also a cool little gift shop at the end (isn't there always) where you can pick up memorabilia. I would plan on spending an hour or so minimum - more if your really want to dig in to the displays & videos available. Great for the family & history/aviation buffs. PS - if you're there earlier in the day - check out the Flight Deck Diner for some good comfort food and displays of patches/aircraft models..

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.

Situated at the southern tip of New Jersey, Cape May is a gem of American history and architecture…read more This picturesque town, renowned for its charming streets and well-preserved buildings, provides a glimpse into a bygone era, which led to its designation as a National Historic Landmark in 1976. Cape May's historic district boasts an impressive collection of over 600 frame buildings from the late 18th and 19th centuries. My partner and I were fortunate to hop on one of Cape May MAC's red trolleys, where we enjoyed a guided tour for 2 hours in an easy and comfortable manner. The trolley itself was clean and probably sat with about 30 passengers, although we were only 14. The seats were spacious and comfortable. Our knowledgeable guide, Chris, provided an incredibly informative and engaging experience, while the driver, Mike, shared insights about the Victorian heritage, seashore, and maritime history. We would recommend sitting on the right side of the trolley, as a majority of the sites seemed to be on that side. We highly recommend this experience for first-time visitors.

We decided to devote one day to being 'touristy' in CM & spent a Sunday in July checking out all…read morethe local places. This trolley tour did not disappoint at all! The guide was extremely knowledgeable & kudos to the driver, CM is rich in history & there were plenty of great stories told. We took the basic show us all around CM tour & tell us about the homes & characters that lived here many moons ago. The homes are really gorgeous to look at & since this was only day 2 of our vaca we could appreciate it all the more later on during the week while walking. A thoroughly enjoyable way to learn the history of CM, highly recommend & reasonable price per ticket.

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.

What a delightful oasis in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the Cape May Washington mall. The…read moreshop proprietor was so informative and such a delight to talk to. He shared with us the story of the monkey and how he would repeatedly draw fan paintings. It was a fascinating tale. We loved looking at all the artwork and had a laugh at several of them. They stay in business through the help of donations so we made sure to leave some money behind so that the next person can be delighted as well. This place is a real class act! Bravo. I would add some pictures but we were not allowed to take photography.

Thank you mark for sharing some art history, we had a great time! Would highly recommend during a…read morevisit to cape may.

A great experience in the rain - seeing all the old neon signs and artifacts from Wildwood of old…read more Super friendly docents as well providing insight into the different exhibits.

Neat little spot on Ocean Avenue in Wildwood that will tickle your fancy if you like doo-wop,…read morevintage furniture, or things off the beaten path. It is somewhat of a hidden gem, and you may need to drive or walk around a bit to find it. It consists of one building filled with memorabilia and signs from the doo-wop era of the city. It was free when we visited (June 2025) and is more of a quick pitstop than an event or experience that will take hours. We must have spent maximum 30 minutes there. Great way to see something different than typical beach town activities, like mini-golf and beach bumming. Perfect way to pass some time on a rainy day, like it was during our trip.

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!