Scarecrow Alley

Create your own scarecrow that will take up residence beside others along “ Alley” this Halloween season, when the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May, are transformed into a spectacle of scary and silly, all original, handmade specters. C......More

Create your own scarecrow that will take up residence beside others along “ Alley” this Halloween season, when the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May, are transformed into a spectacle of scary and silly, all original, handmade specters. Come to the grounds and vote for your favorite scarecrow to win multiple prizes in a variety of categories!

Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.,

Voices From Beyond House Tour

Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Emlen Physick House. In the Voices from Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos......More

Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Emlen Physick House. In the Voices from Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour.

The Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour

Cats in ghostly form purr from the beyond. Beloved family members in photographs without their heads. Graves equipped with a torpedo to put off intruders. Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death. Belief in ghosts and spi......More

Cats in ghostly form purr from the beyond. Beloved family members in photographs without their heads. Graves equipped with a torpedo to put off intruders. Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death. Belief in ghosts and spirits was common and superstition abounded. Hear strange stories from Victorian Cape May history that are macabre, mysterious or just plain weird!

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop.

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour

Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through first floor rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Myst......More

Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through first floor rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more.

Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St.

Mansions By The Sea Trolley Tour

You’ll hear how the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town on this trolley tour that includes the eastern beachfront. You’ll see the broad streets and massive plots on Cape May’s east side – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 2......More

You’ll hear how the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town on this trolley tour that includes the eastern beachfront. You’ll see the broad streets and massive plots on Cape May’s east side – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 20th century. Today, new, beachfront second homeowners have continued the tradition, running the gamut from the mere wealthy to the fabulously rich. This narrated tour travels along Beach Drive through the early 20th century East Cape May Development areas. Guides discuss history and architecture.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop.

Cape May Food Tours: Restaurant Weekend Progressive Dinner

Join us for these SPECIAL EVENTS! Enjoy Cape May Restaurant Weekend in a whole new way with our progressive dinner tours. Thu-Fri-Sat Oct 30-Nov 1 4:30pm-8:00pm Limited spots available. Planned itinerary (subject to change) The Porch bar at the Inn of Cape May Gather at......More

Join us for these SPECIAL EVENTS! Enjoy Cape May Restaurant Weekend in a whole new way with our progressive dinner tours. Thu-Fri-Sat Oct 30-Nov 1 4:30pm-8:00pm Limited spots available. Planned itinerary (subject to change) The Porch bar at the Inn of Cape May Gather at 4:30pm at The Porch bar for a signature cocktail. Mingle with fellow guests, enjoy the environs of of one of the city's most historic hotels, and prepare for a special evening. Ocean 7 at The Inn of Cape May Fresh, seasonal ingredients serve as the basis for your appetizer course. And since it's spooky season, the conversation will no doubt turn to the eerie events chronicled at what is purportedly one of the most haunted buildings in Cape May. Union Park Dining Room The tour then heads to Union Park Dining Room (a 2025 OpenTable Diners' Choice award winner!) for one of their special Restaurant Week entrees. The chef's globally inspired cuisine features fresh, locally grown ingredients. Just be sure to leave room for dessert! Space is Limited! Each evening's tour will be limited to 10 guests. RESERVE NOW!

The Inn of Cape May

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unea......More

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unearthed in Cape May by renowned psychic medium and author Craig McManus.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop Ocean and Washington Streets.

Sherlock Holmes Weekend

Join Sherlock Holmes and partner, Dr. Watson, for a weekend of Victorian mystery and intrigue as they tackle an original mystery in the Holmesian style. Get into the spirit and dress in Victorian attire! Compete for the grand prize as you attempt to solve the mystery.

LaMer Beachfront Resort, 1317 Beach Ave., Cape May.

Cape May Food Tours

Foodies rejoice! Savor local cuisine at various iconic Cape May eateries while learning about the city's food past, present, and future. Your knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you through the historic streets of Cape May, stopping to sample delicious local cuisin......More

Foodies rejoice! Savor local cuisine at various iconic Cape May eateries while learning about the city's food past, present, and future. Your knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you through the historic streets of Cape May, stopping to sample delicious local cuisine, share stories from our rich past, and share fun facts and photo ops along the way. At each culinary location you'll sample a specialty food item. In some cases, our partners have developed a customized, off-menu treat and special discounts for a return visit just for Cape May Food Tours. We'll stop at five to six locations on each tour including a variety of cuisines, from savory to sweet.

Lobby of the Inn of Cape May at 7 Ocean Street

Mansions By The Sea Trolley Tour

You’ll hear how the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town on this trolley tour that includes the eastern beachfront. You’ll see the broad streets and massive plots on Cape May’s east side – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 2......More

You’ll hear how the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town on this trolley tour that includes the eastern beachfront. You’ll see the broad streets and massive plots on Cape May’s east side – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 20th century. Today, new, beachfront second homeowners have continued the tradition, running the gamut from the mere wealthy to the fabulously rich. This narrated tour travels along Beach Drive through the early 20th century East Cape May Development areas. Guides discuss history and architecture.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop.

Fall Fest at Willow Creek Winery

Join us for a cozy fall weekend at the vineyard! Artisan Vendor Market | 11:30am–6pm both days (rain or shine) Live Music | 1–5pm – Sat, Nov 1: Gordon Vincent – Sun, Nov 2: Mike of Big Daddy Duo Food & Drink Specials all weekend Celebrate the season among the vines — sh......More

Join us for a cozy fall weekend at the vineyard! Artisan Vendor Market | 11:30am–6pm both days (rain or shine) Live Music | 1–5pm – Sat, Nov 1: Gordon Vincent – Sun, Nov 2: Mike of Big Daddy Duo Food & Drink Specials all weekend Celebrate the season among the vines — shop, sip, and enjoy the best of autumn in Cape May!

Willow Creek Winery 168 Stevens Street WCM

Cape May Food Tours: Restaurant Weekend Progressive Dinner

Join us for these SPECIAL EVENTS! Enjoy Cape May Restaurant Weekend in a whole new way with our progressive dinner tours. Thu-Fri-Sat Oct 30-Nov 1 4:30pm-8:00pm Limited spots available. Planned itinerary (subject to change) The Porch bar at the Inn of Cape May Gather at......More

Join us for these SPECIAL EVENTS! Enjoy Cape May Restaurant Weekend in a whole new way with our progressive dinner tours. Thu-Fri-Sat Oct 30-Nov 1 4:30pm-8:00pm Limited spots available. Planned itinerary (subject to change) The Porch bar at the Inn of Cape May Gather at 4:30pm at The Porch bar for a signature cocktail. Mingle with fellow guests, enjoy the environs of of one of the city's most historic hotels, and prepare for a special evening. Ocean 7 at The Inn of Cape May Fresh, seasonal ingredients serve as the basis for your appetizer course. And since it's spooky season, the conversation will no doubt turn to the eerie events chronicled at what is purportedly one of the most haunted buildings in Cape May. Union Park Dining Room The tour then heads to Union Park Dining Room (a 2025 OpenTable Diners' Choice award winner!) for one of their special Restaurant Week entrees. The chef's globally inspired cuisine features fresh, locally grown ingredients. Just be sure to leave room for dessert! Space is Limited! Each evening's tour will be limited to 10 guests. RESERVE NOW!

The Inn of Cape May

Voices From Beyond House Tour

Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Emlen Physick House. In the Voices from Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos......More

Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Emlen Physick House. In the Voices from Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour.

The Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Historic Haunts House Tour

Tour select rooms with your guide and learn about Victorian Spiritualism in Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, the 1879 Physick House, widely reputed to be haunted. Guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paran......More

Tour select rooms with your guide and learn about Victorian Spiritualism in Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, the 1879 Physick House, widely reputed to be haunted. Guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paranormal investigators. Select rooms on both floors are included in the tour.

Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St.

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unea......More

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unearthed in Cape May by renowned psychic medium and author Craig McManus.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop Ocean and Washington Streets.

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb

Follow the light of the full moon on these rare nighttime climbs up the 199 cast-iron spiral staircase steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse. Enjoy a nighttime view nearly 156 feet above the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. The 1859 Cape May Lighthouse is a state ......More

Follow the light of the full moon on these rare nighttime climbs up the 199 cast-iron spiral staircase steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse. Enjoy a nighttime view nearly 156 feet above the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. The 1859 Cape May Lighthouse is a state historic site and the third beacon on this site. Since it opened to the public in 1988, more than 2.5 million visitors have climbed to the top, but far fewer have climbed at nighttime.

Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park

Cape May Food Tours

Cape May Food Tours: The City's Original Walking Food Tour Foodies rejoice! Savor local cuisine at various iconic Cape May eateries while learning about the city's food past, present, and future. Your knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you through the historic str......More

Cape May Food Tours: The City's Original Walking Food Tour Foodies rejoice! Savor local cuisine at various iconic Cape May eateries while learning about the city's food past, present, and future. Your knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you through the historic streets of Cape May, stopping to sample delicious local cuisine, share stories from our rich past, and share fun facts and photo ops along the way. At each culinary location you'll sample a specialty food item. In some cases, our partners have developed a customized, off-menu treat and special discounts for a return visit just for Cape May Food Tours. Book your tour today! Don't see the date you're looking for? Let us know and we may be able to make it happen: [email protected]. www.capemayfoodtours.com

Ocean 7 at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street.

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unea......More

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unearthed in Cape May by renowned psychic medium and author Craig McManus.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop Ocean and Washington Streets.

Cape May Food Tours

Foodies rejoice! Savor local cuisine at various iconic Cape May eateries while learning about the city's food past, present, and future. Your knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you through the historic streets of Cape May, stopping to sample delicious local cuisin......More

Foodies rejoice! Savor local cuisine at various iconic Cape May eateries while learning about the city's food past, present, and future. Your knowledgeable local tour guide will lead you through the historic streets of Cape May, stopping to sample delicious local cuisine, share stories from our rich past, and share fun facts and photo ops along the way. At each culinary location you'll sample a specialty food item. In some cases, our partners have developed a customized, off-menu treat and special discounts for a return visit just for Cape May Food Tours. We'll stop at five to six locations on each tour including a variety of cuisines, from savory to sweet.

Lobby of the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean Street

Mansions By The Sea Trolley Tour

You’ll hear how the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town on this trolley tour that includes the eastern beachfront. You’ll see the broad streets and massive plots on Cape May’s east side – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 2......More

You’ll hear how the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town on this trolley tour that includes the eastern beachfront. You’ll see the broad streets and massive plots on Cape May’s east side – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 20th century. Today, new, beachfront second homeowners have continued the tradition, running the gamut from the mere wealthy to the fabulously rich. This narrated tour travels along Beach Drive through the early 20th century East Cape May Development areas. Guides discuss history and architecture.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop.

Veterans Weekend Festival at Willow Creek Winery

Enjoy a festive fall market among the vines featuring: Artisan Vendor Market | 11:30am–6pm both days (rain or shine) ?? Live Music | 1–5pm – Sat, Nov 8: David Falcone – Sun, Nov 9: Camille Peruto Food & Drink Specials all weekend Soak in the autumn vibes, shop local, an......More

Enjoy a festive fall market among the vines featuring: Artisan Vendor Market | 11:30am–6pm both days (rain or shine) ?? Live Music | 1–5pm – Sat, Nov 8: David Falcone – Sun, Nov 9: Camille Peruto Food & Drink Specials all weekend Soak in the autumn vibes, shop local, and unwind with great music, wine, and company at this event co-sponsored by Willow Creek Winery and the NJFC.

Willow Creek Winery 168 Stevens Street WCM

Voices From Beyond House Tour

Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Emlen Physick House. In the Voices from Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos......More

Experience an unusual tour in Cape May MAC’s 1879 Emlen Physick House. In the Voices from Beyond Tour, you will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years. View historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them connected to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour.

The Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Historic Haunts House Tour

Tour select rooms with your guide and learn about Victorian Spiritualism in Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, the 1879 Physick House, widely reputed to be haunted. Guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paran......More

Tour select rooms with your guide and learn about Victorian Spiritualism in Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, the 1879 Physick House, widely reputed to be haunted. Guides will compare the methods of spirit contact used by the Victorians with those of today’s paranormal investigators. Select rooms on both floors are included in the tour.

Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St.

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unea......More

What was that shadow? Was it the undead of Cape May’s past wandering their beloved haunts? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured: on board a trolley with an experienced guide you will begin to wonder what’s beyond when you hear the tales of hauntings unearthed in Cape May by renowned psychic medium and author Craig McManus.

Begins and ends at the Ocean Street Trolley Stop Ocean and Washington Streets.