About Cape May
Located at the the southern tip of New Jersey - just 90 minutes from Philadelphia and 2 1/2 hours from New York City - Cape May is the perfect spot for a vacation or a romantic getaway.
Cape May - one of America’s most genuine tributes to the Victorian era - is named for Cornelius Jacobsen Mey, a Dutch sea captain who explored the area in 1620. It was first settled by migrant whalers in the mid-1600s and became a popular summer retreat for Philadelphians in the early 1800s, attracting politicians and businessmen like Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, P.T. Barnum, John Philip Sousa and Henry Ford.
In Cape May, a memorable visit is often marked by a stay in an historical bed and breakfast inn. Some of these “painted ladies” are cozy guesthouses, others sprawling Victorian manors. They aren’t cheap, but a visit to Cape May almost demands a stay in one - especially for couples looking for a romantic getaway.
You’ll appreciate Cape May’s Victorian charm much more if you take an organized tour or attend one of the many events offered year-round. The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts offers a variety of tours and events including walking tours, ghost tours and food-and-wine events.
Don’t forget that Cape May offers many outdoor pleasures as well, including whale and dolphin watching, deep sea fishing and bird watching. Thousands of migritory birds stop here on their way north or south. Or, just lay on the beach and relax.
Whatever you’re looking for in a vacation or getaway, Cape May has it all!
Get a great deal on your Cape May trip by booking it on Orbitz.