Discover Cape May

While a 217 step climb may seem daunting, the incredible views from atop Cape May's historic Lighthouse are more than worth the exertion. The current version of the Cape May Lighthouse was built in 1859 and is the third documented lighthouse in the state of New Jersey. It is still in operation and has provided consistent service to generations of mariners. After your climb, be sure to explore the scenic surroundings of Cape May Point State Park.

With its unique position on one of the state's southernmost shores, Sunset Beach truly lives up to its name. Bring a chair or blanket and spend an evening watching the sun dip below the horizon — with completely unobstructed views, a sunset here makes it hard to take even the most natural of occurrences for granted.

In addition to being renowned for its abundance of Cape May diamonds, Sunset Beach is also famous for the shipwreck of the SS Atlantus located about 150 feet from the shore. Commonly known as the Concrete Ship, the Atlantus was built in 1918 as part of the World War I Emergency Fleet. The vessel broke from her moorings in Cape May during a 1926 storm and ran aground at Sunset Beach, where she still rests today. She is most visible during low tide. Fun fact: in the 1950s, a billboard was painted on her side advertising boat insurance.

Take a stroll down the Washington Street, Cape May's iconic three-block walking mall that houses over fifty small businesses and eateries. Located just steps away from Congress Hall (and directly below the Congress Place Suites), the Mall is open to pedestrian traffic only and serves as the hub of Cape May's historic Downtown. Browse a range of local products, try a new restaurant, and wind down the day with a sweet treat from a local candy shop or ice cream parlor.

Positioned on the land that used to make up the long-lost borough of South Cape May, The South Cape May Meadows Preserve is made up of over 200 acres of dunes, wetlands, ponds and undeveloped beach. Teeming with wildlife, the area acts as a quiet refuge for migrating birds as they make their trip across the Delaware Bay, making the Meadows a nationally-recognized destination for bird watching.

Explore the oopen spaces of Beach Plum Farm, our 62-acre working farm in West Cape May. Open to the public, Beach Plum invites everyone near and far to witness firsthand the timeless farming heritage of the Garden State

Located in West Cape May, West End Garage is a shopping destination comprised of over 60 unique vendors as well as home to the Beach Plum Bakery and Café, serving fresh baked treats and coffees.