When it comes to summer at the Jersey Shore, Cape May is in a class of its own. The town offers pristine beaches, fabulous restaurants and a number of other shore amenities. Beyond that, it’s also brimming with rich history and a collection of gorgeous Victorian homes. Cape May plays host to a variety of things to do and see at the southern tip of the state; here are just a few things that we suggest checking out.
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The Best Events
Best for Everyone: 5th Annual Craft Beer & Crab Festival
When: Saturday August 6, 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Where: 1048 Washington Street, Cape May
Description: This all-day festival on the beautiful grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate features local and regional craft beers. The beverages can help wash down summer fare like hot dogs, hamburgers, pulled pork, corn on the cob, crab cakes, steamed crabs and more. Audiophiles can listen to all-day music from an outdoor stage, and everyone can be entertained by an old-fashioned circus with acrobats and jugglers.
More information: http://www.capemaymac.org/foodwine/capemaycraftbeercrabfestival.html or call 609-884-5404.
Best for Families: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
When: July 19-23, 7:00 pm
Where: 1048 Washington Street, Cape May
Description: This family-friendly production is suitable for children of all ages, and an ideal way to introduce kids to Shakespeare. A Midsummer Night’s Dream mixes fun, fantasy and romance, performed on the outdoor stage at the Emlen Physick Estate.
More information: http://www.capemaymac.org/toursevents/shakespeareattheestate.html or call 609-884-5404.
The Best Restaurants
Best for Lunch: Stewart’s Root Beer
Address: 500 Washington Street, Cape May
Description: Stewart’s serves traditional American food and beverages at family-friendly prices. Dig into a burger, a side of fries and a root beer while visiting the Washington Street Mall; you can people watch from an outdoor table, or take in the old-school vibe at an indoor table
More information: http://www.heartofcapemay.com/portfolio/stewarts-root-beer/ or call 609-849-9255.
Best for Dinner: Mad Batter
Address: 19 Jackson Street, Cape May
Description: The Mad Batter typically has guests salivating over items like Harry’s Original Oatmeal Pancakes or the Vegan BLT Breakfast Sandwich. Looking for gluten free options? No problem! You’ll find an entire menu of gluten-free fare like burgers, soups and pizza.
More information: http://www.madbatter.com/ or call 609-884-5970.
The Best Tourist Attraction
Cape May Lighthouse
Address: 215 Lighthouse Avenue, Cape May Point
Description: The first-known lighthouse in Cape May was built in 1823. Another was built in 1847, but it was taken down as it wasn’t built properly. The current one, located at Cape May Point State Park, was built using bricks from the 1847 lighthouse. Climb 199 steps to the top of the lighthouse and you’ll be rewarded with an amazing panoramic view of the Cape May peninsula. The grounds also house an orientation center and gift shop.
More information: http://www.state.nj.us/dep/parksandforests/parks/capemay.html or call 609-884-2159.
The Best Beach Tips
Beach tags: Buy beach tags at all beach entrances or the City Hall Tax Office during the summer.
Beach parking: Metered parking is located along the beachfront. Free parking is located several blocks out on smaller side streets.
Changing facilities: Restrooms are located along the promenade. No public locker rooms or showers are available, but open and unenclosed showers are located along the beachfront for you to wash away sand.
More information: http://www.capemay.com/play/cape-may-beach-information/ or call 609-884-9525.
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