Heard about the Cape May Lighthouse, Washington Street Mall, and many other fun things to do in Cape May? You’re not alone. If you’re looking for something different to enjoy, you’re in luck.
There are dozens of unique things to do in Cape May, whether you’re with family and friends or by yourself. When you stay at Mahalo Cape May, it’s easy to enjoy these hidden gems just minutes from our studios, suites, and luxury two-story townhomes.
Figuring out what to do in Cape May during your next visit is simple. Here are six unique things to do in Cape May.
1. Explore the Battery 223 World War II Bunker on the Beach
Location: Cape May Point State Park
Some say Battery 223 is haunted. The government constructed the bunker during World War II to aid with coastal defense for ships passing through the Delaware River and Bay. The bunker never saw active service during World War II and was officially decommissioned in the 1960s. In the early 2000s, a beach restoration project saved it from slipping away into the ocean. In June 2008, Battery 223 was added to the National Historic Register. Now, the bunker remains in plain sight for visitors to observe from the outside.
2. Spend Time with Alpacas at the Jersey Shore
Location: 521 Route 47 South
Located in nearby Green Creek, the Jersey Shore Alpacas farm is the perfect spot to see alpacas big and small. If you want to meet the alpacas, schedule a private mingling tour. Or, if you want to feed them carrots, book a fence line feeding tour. At the farm’s shop, you can buy hats, scarves, and other accessories and apparel made out of alpaca wool.
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3. Railbike Along The Nature Conservancy’s Garrett Family Preserve
Location: 609 Lafayette Street (Check in behind the Welcome Center)
Ride the rails as part of a once-in-a-lifetime railbiking experience along Garrett Family Preserve. The four-mile out-and-back run takes you through the center of Cape May. Ride during the day, or enjoy the Full Moon Run after dark with added stories of pirates and ghosts. Pack food and snacks to enjoy at one of the trail’s picnic spots. As you go, look around to view bumblebees, butterflies, and other awe-inspiring sights and sounds of nature.
4. Stop by the Cape May Bird Observatory
Location: 701 E Lake Drive
Walk along the Cape May Bird Observatory to see the many birds of the season. The observatory hosts weekly walks, providing insights into bird migration and much more. Beyond the weekly walks, the observatory offers special field trips lasting anywhere from two to six hours. These target local hotspots for nature and wildlife. The observatory also conducts workshops focusing on birding and natural history.
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5. Take a Ghost Tour
Location: Various
Take a lantern-lit walk through Cape May with Ghost Capers. When you do, you’ll learn all about Cape May’s history and mystery. Cape May MAC also hosts ghosts and mysteries tours that give you a glimpse into the town’s “spirit” residents.
6. Enjoy a Stand-Up Paddleboard or Kayak Tour
Location: Various
Get out on the water and see Cape May from a new point of view. Many paddleboard and kayak tour options are available from mid-June to September. During these tours, you’ll explore the salt marshes inland from Cape May. In addition to daytime trips, you have the option to book a tour at sunset or during a full moon.
Ready to Try Some of the Most Unusual Things to Do in Cape May, NJ?
Are you ready to go beyond the usual and try some unique things to do in Cape May? Stay at one of the top Cape May beach hotels — Mahalo Cape May. When you stay with us, you’re always close to these unique activities and many others. Book a stay at Mahalo Cape May today.
