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Top things to do in Cape May

18 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Market
Market4.5

West End Garage

109 reviews

West End Garage is a vibrant market in Cape May, New Jersey, featuring local artisans, antiques, and food vendors.

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What is the most visited attraction in Cape May?

West End Garage draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Cape May, with 109 of them, rated 4.5 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Cape May do visitors rate highest?

Out of the Past Antiques holds the highest rating in Cape May among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 78 reviews. It is less busy than West End Garage, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Market
Market5

Out of the Past Antiques

78 reviews

A charming antique shop on a quiet Cape May street, offering a curated selection of vintage furniture, collectibles, and Americana.

Museum
Museum4.5

Cape May Fire Department Museum

73 reviews

A small museum in a historic firehouse showcasing Cape May's firefighting history with antique apparatus and memorabilia.

Harriet Tubman Museum
Museum4.5

Harriet Tubman Museum

35 reviews

Discover the history of abolitionist Harriet Tubman at this Cape May museum, featuring exhibits on her life and the Underground Railroad.

Landmark
Landmark4.5

The Colonial House

21 reviews

A historic Victorian house museum at the intersection of Washington and Franklin Streets in Cape May.

Landmark
Landmark

Congress Hall (Cape May hotel)

Dating back to 1816, this historic hotel is the centerpiece of Cape May's Victorian seashore, offering elegant accommodations and a storied past.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Cape May Stage

Catch professional theater in an intimate setting, with a diverse season of plays and musicals from contemporary works to classics.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood

Cape May Historic District

Stroll through a National Historic Landmark district with over 600 preserved Victorian buildings.

Museum
Museum

Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum

A museum housed in a historic WWII hangar, featuring vintage aircraft and exhibits on naval aviation history.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Cape May Point State Park

Explore coastal trails, bird habitats, and climb the historic Cape May Lighthouse at this scenic state park.

Museum
Museum

Fire Control Tower No. 23

A restored World War II observation tower offering panoramic views of Cape May and the Delaware Bay, now open as a museum.

Sight
Sight

SS Atlantus

Photograph the remains of a concrete shipwreck, a unique sight visible from Sunset Beach.

Outdoor & fun
Outdoor & fun

Sunset Beach (New Jersey)

Famous for its spectacular sunsets and the rusting remains of the concrete ship SS Atlantus, this beach offers a unique coastal experience.

Landmark
Landmark

The Chalfonte Hotel

Stay at one of America's oldest continuously operating hotels, a Victorian landmark built in 1876.

Market
Market

Washington Street Mall

A pedestrian-only outdoor shopping district lined with Victorian architecture, featuring boutique shops, restaurants, and seasonal entertainment.

Museum
Museum

Emlen Physick Estate

Explore a restored 1879 Victorian mansion with original furnishings and a striking stick-style architecture, offering a glimpse into Cape May's Gilded Age.

Landmark
Landmark

Cape May Lighthouse

Climb 199 steps to the top of this 1859 lighthouse for stunning views of the Jersey Cape.

Museum
Museum

Cape May Bird Observatory

A premier birding destination with expert-led walks, educational programs, and a nature store, set in prime migratory habitat.