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: 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
Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

AU$83
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Cape May: Jersey Shore 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
Late Riser Fishing

Late Riser Fishing

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Late Riser Fishing
Double Kayak

Double Kayak Hourly Rental

AU$76
per traveller
Double Kayak Hourly Rental
Cape May: Grand Lighthouse Cruise

Cape May: Grand Lighthouse Cruise

AU$253
per adult
Cape May: Grand Lighthouse 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$298 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$298
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The view was stunning. Property beautiful. Hotel very busy. 4 weddings during our stay! My room was very small, my friends had beautiful rooms. Also I was on second floor above the lobby. Although convenient very noisy at night as people were in the lobby when no room in bar. The surrounding area ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Congress Hall
Marquis de Lafayette Hotel

Marquis de Lafayette Hotel

3.5 out of 5
501 Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$244 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$244
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (947 reviews)
"Great location. Beautiful beach and ocean views."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Marquis de Lafayette Hotel
Montreal Beach Resort

Montreal Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$196 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
AU$196
5 Nov - 6 Nov
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Room was immaculate and the staff was fantastic"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Montreal Beach Resort
The Beach Shack

The Beach Shack

3.5 out of 5
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ
The price is AU$399 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$399
31 Oct - 1 Nov
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! (585 reviews)
"Beach view. Beautiful,modern and clean room."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

The Beach Shack
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$177 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$177
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (575 reviews)
"Very clean, close to many dining options and shopping, friendly staff, complimentary continental breakfast available (we hadn’t taken advantage of this, so unable to rate, but awesome to have available). Only stayed for an overnight, but would be a wonderful spot for a longer stay."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Avondale by the Sea Motel
Chalfonte Hotel

Chalfonte Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Howard St, Cape May, NJ
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! (449 reviews)
"na"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

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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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Cold Spring

While there might not be top attractions in Cold Spring, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Historic Cold Spring Village and Cape May Winery.

Cold Spring
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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

Cape May Historic District Travel Guide

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