Cape May Historic District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Washington Street Mall which includes a small town or village
Washington Street Mall featuring a garden and a fountain
Washington Street Mall featuring signage as well as a small group of people
Washington Street Mall featuring a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Washington Street Mall which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Washington Street Mall showing a small town or village and street scenes

Washington Street Mall

In the center of Cape May, stroll around an expansive outdoor mall filled with charming independent shops and stylish restaurants.

Washington Street Mall
Cape May Convention Hall

Cape May Convention Hall

Learn about the events happening in Cape May Convention Hall during your trip to Cape May. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Cape May Convention Hall
Colonial House

Colonial House

Find out about the history of Cape May when you spend time at Colonial House. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Colonial House
Cape May Stage

Cape May Stage

You can enjoy a show at Cape May Stage on your trip to Cape May. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Cape May Stage
Cape May Beach

Cape May Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cape May Beach during your trip to Admiral Estates?

Cape May Beach
Sunset Beach showing general coastal views and a beach

Sunset Beach

Find serenity on one of New Jersey’s best beaches, where glistening jewels lie hidden in the sand and an old wreck is part of an unusual and beautiful view.

Sunset Beach

Activities

Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

AU$84
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Cape May: Scenic Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Cape May: Scenic Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

AU$76
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Cape May: Scenic Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise
Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise

Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise

AU$76
per adult
Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise
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Our pick of the best Cape May Historic District Hotel Deals

Congress Hall

Congress Hall

4 out of 5
200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$1,206 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$1,206
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Congress Hall
Chalfonte Hotel

Chalfonte Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Howard St, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$328 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$328
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (421 reviews)
"The hotel room was great, the downstairs bar had nice music too. Note that this hotel does provide any beach towels but they do offer beach umbrellas."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Chalfonte Hotel
The Beach Shack

The Beach Shack

3.5 out of 5
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$777 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$777
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (564 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this property! Went this past April with my husband and two kids and had a blast! Plenty of dining places to walk to, including their on-site restaurant, which was delicious. 10 out of 10 recommend!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

The Beach Shack
Montreal Beach Resort

Montreal Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$586 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$586
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay! Helpful staff very convenient! Would love to return soon! Love cape may!!!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Montreal Beach Resort
Avondale by the Sea Motel

Avondale by the Sea Motel

2.5 out of 5
609 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$354 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$354
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cape May. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (539 reviews)
"Property was an older hotel. Property description said it was ocean view. It was not, as were many other units,"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Avondale by the Sea Motel
Henlopen Oceanfront Hotel

Henlopen Oceanfront Hotel

2 out of 5
511 North Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach, DE
The price is AU$341 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$341
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rehoboth Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,581 reviews)
"My roommate and I truly enjoyed our 4-day vacation stay. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Henlopen Oceanfront Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Cape May Historic District

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Village Green

When in Village Green, you can plan a visit to Washington Street Mall and Emlen Physick Estate, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Village Green
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Admiral Estates

While there might not be top attractions in Admiral Estates, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Poverty Beach and Washington Street Mall.

Admiral Estates
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North Cape May

While North Cape May may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape May Terminal and Cape May Winery.

North Cape May

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