Make your way to Cape May for spring

Lace up for a walking tour through Cape May's Historic District

Tuesdays in May: Painted Ladies, Porches & More

Starting May 7 you are invited to take a guided walking tour from the Washington Street Mall to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and experience charming Cape May, a National Historic Landmark City, up close. Delight in beautiful gardens as you learn about Victorian architecture and Cape May’s colorful history along the way. Discover the interesting features of various Victorian styles and learn why front porches were so important to Victorian social customs. In July, August & September, a trolley shuttle will bring guests back to the mall. Comfortable shoes recommended. Offered Tuesdays in May, then will switch to Wednesdays in June, July and August. Purchase tickets here.

Thursdays in May: Architectural Walking Tour

See America’s only National Historic Landmark City up close on this one-hour walking tour that explores Cape May’s renowned Historic District by foot. Starting May 2, stroll along the sidewalks of streets such as Hughes Street, Ocean Street and Columbia Avenue, with a knowledgeable guide to show and tell what makes Victorian Cape May so interesting. See where Victorian gamblers won or lost their shirts, where the Great Fire of 1878 burned and more. Tour begins and ends at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth. Comfortable shoes recommended. Offered Thursdays in May, then will switch to Sundays in June, July and August. Purchase tickets here.

Saturdays in May: Fishermen's Wharf Walking Tour

Starting May 4 take this guided tour of Fisherman’s Wharf at the Lobster House Restaurant at Schellenger’s Landing and you’ll learn how your seafood gets from the sea to your table and discover how Cape May is a major commercial fishing port. Guests meet in front of the main entrance, next to the green awning at the Lobster House. The tour guide arrives by trolley to meet the tour. Comfortable shoes recommended. Offered Saturdays in May, then will be offered Thursdays in June, then will be offered Mondays and Fridays in July and August. Purchase tickets here.

Learn More

For more information visit capemaymac.org or call 609-884-5404. For accessibility information regarding our sites and tours, learn more here.