Cape May Historic District Travel Guide

Cape May

Washington Street Mall showing 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 street scenes and a small town or village as well as a small group of people
Washington Street Mall featuring street scenes as well as a small group of people

Popular places to visit

Washington Street Mall which includes 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 featuring general coastal views and a sandy 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

Things to do

Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Cape May: Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

฿1,801
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

฿1,638
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

฿1,638
per adult
Whale Dolphin and Bird Watching Ecotour Cruise
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Top hotels in Cape May Historic District

Congress Hall

Congress Hall

4 out of 5
200 Congress Place, Cape May, NJ
The price is ฿16,136 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿16,136
฿20,345 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"We had an issue in our room. Tub water was brown and there was a dog poop left next to the bed. We reported both things but nothing was done. I felt something could have been adjusted. I cleaned up the poo but we could not use the bath."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Congress Hall
Chalfonte Hotel

Chalfonte Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Howard St, Cape May, NJ
The price is ฿6,955 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,955
฿7,973 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and air conditioning. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (423 reviews)
"The parking was a inconvenience"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Chalfonte Hotel
Montreal Beach Resort

Montreal Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ
The price is ฿9,662 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿9,662
฿12,294 total
3 Sept - 4 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)
"Good location, clean and great for family. Excellent and fast check in. they also have a great shuttle available to go around, that was great. Pool is not that big. great beach include 2 seats and umbrella in the hotel price, however If you need extra chair get ready to pay extra $15 for the lazy ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 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 ฿6,467 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,467
฿7,413 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (541 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
The Beach Shack

The Beach Shack

3.5 out of 5
205 W Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ
The price is ฿11,609 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿11,609
฿14,637 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cape May. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (568 reviews)
"The parking was a little hard!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

The Beach Shack
Henlopen Oceanfront Hotel

Henlopen Oceanfront Hotel

2 out of 5
511 North Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach, DE
The price is ฿6,435 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,435
฿7,143 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rehoboth Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,583 reviews)
"Wish there was some type of hot breakfast offered at the hotel. But it's not a far walk."

Reviewed on 7 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

Cape May Historic District Travel Guide