Cape May Attractions 
The attractions of Cape May, at the southernmost tip of New Jersey, on Delaware Bay, were discovered by the more prosperous citizens of Philadelphia in the 18th c., and in the 19th c. it enjoyed a heyday as a fashionable bathing resort. Six Presidents of the United States had houses here. Today the attractions of the town are its fine beaches, Cape May Point Lighthouse, built in 1859 and its handsome Victorian-style holiday homes. There are also boat trips to see whales and dolphins.
Colonial House
The house was built, before the Revolutionary War, by Memucan Hughes, a member of one of the whaler yeomen families. When Israel Hughes, Memucan's first son married Mary Eldridge in 1806, this simple six room structure became their home. The museum gives you a glimpse of Hughes' family life.
Hours
June 15 to September 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Historic Cold Spring Village
The name Cold Spring was derived from the spring of cold water flowing up through the salt marsh. Historic Cold Spring Village is a 19th century living history museum offering a glimpse into the lifestyles, trades, crafts, and architecture of this rural community.
All values are in United States Dollars
Historic Cold Spring Village
720 Route 9
Cape May, NJ 08204-4636
United States
720 Route 9
Cape May, NJ 08204-4636
United States
Phone 1 (609) 898-2300
Fax 1 (609) 884-5926
Hours
May 31 to September 5
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
September 6 to September 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 |
| Adult | $ 8.00 |
| Senior over 62 | $ 7.00 |
| Child 12 & under | $ 6.00 |
| Child 2 & under | FREE |
Disabled
Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts
Built in 1879, the Mid Atlantic Center for the Arts is located in the Emlen Physick Estate. The 18-room mansion was saved from demolitian in 1970 and provides a look at Victorian architecture, decorative arts, customs, and the lives of the Physicks.
Mid Atlantic Center for the Arts
Box 340
Cape May, NJ 08204-1737
United States
Box 340
Cape May, NJ 08204-1737
United States
Phone 1 (609) 884-5404
Fax 1 (609) 884-5064
Schooner Yankee
This 80-foot tall schooner offers 2, 2.5 and 3-hour harbor tours, and ocean cruises. Dolphin and whale sightings are possible.
