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A Large Sail Boat On The Water

Magic Hour Cruise on the A.J. Meerwald

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Available at all Cape May Properties

Set sail on the iconic A.J. Meerwald for an evening of fresh oysters and crisp wine on the water.

The A.J. Meerwald is New Jersey's official tall ship and a treasured icon of maritime history. Launched in 1928 as a Delaware Bay oyster schooner, the Meerwald once played a vital role in the region's bustling oyster industry, hauling bushels from the bay to market. It's a rare surviving example of the schooners that once dotted the Delaware Bay, combining expert craftsmanship with a rugged design suited for the oyster trade. Today, lovingly restored and operated by the Bayshore Center at Bivalve, the A.J. Meerwald sails once more-not as a working vessel, but as a floating classroom and cultural ambassador.

There's no better way to experience the coastal charm of Cape May than by pairing a stay at your favorite Cape Resorts property with a "magic hour" evening sail aboard the A.J. Meerwald. Settle into your cozy room or cottage, then head to the harbor for an unforgettable evening on the water. You'll savor freshly shucked oysters, chef-curated bites, crisp wines, and local beers as the historic schooner glides across the bay under a golden sky.

Included in this package:

  • Two seats on our A.J. Meerwald Cruise
    • Features freshly shucked oysters, chef-curated bites, crisp wines, and local beers

About this experience

  • Our A.J. Meerwald cruise will set sail at 5:00pm on Wednesday, September 17.
  • Reserved for adults aged 21 and older.

To view a list of Frequently Asked Questions, click here.

A Group Of Sailboats On The Water

Savor freshly shucked oysters, chef-curated bites, crisp wines, and local beers as the historic A.J. Meerwald glides across the bay.

A.J. Meerwald Cruise

Frequently Asked Questions

Our A.J. Meerwald cruise will set sail at 5:00pm on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. The ship will depart from the Cape May Ferry Terminal.

Our A.J. Meerwald cruise experience is approximately two hours long.
Complimentary round-trip shuttle service between Congress Hall and the Ferry Terminal is available with advanced notice. After you reserve your overnight stay, please contact our Concierge to coordinate shuttle service.

We recommend arriving at the Cape May Ferry Terminal no later than 4:30 PM. The AJ Meerwald will set sail at 5:00 PM.

This experience is available as part of an overnight package at Cape Resorts properties. Public reservations are not available.

Cape Resorts guests staying overnight with us on Wednesday, September 17 are welcome to inquire about reservations with our Concierge.
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Magic Hour Cruise on the A.J. Meerwald

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