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Cape May Beaches and Attractions Near the Beach

Cape May’s best beaches and attractions are all within easy walking distance of Beauclaire’s Bed & Breakfast, so you can reach the beach, lighthouse, shops, and waterfront without driving or dealing with parking. From Beach Avenue to Cape May Point State Park and scenic bike rides, everything is close enough to enjoy at your own pace, leaving you more time to experience Cape May and less time in traffic.

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Bike Riding Around Cape May

Bike Riding Around Cape May

Cape May is well known as an ideal place for bicycling: our sea-level terrain is generally flat and easy to ride, traffic is far from aggressive, and the Victorian highlights of the city’s architecture make any cruise in town definitely worth your time. If you want to learn more about the Victorian homes and historical sites, there are Cape May Bike Tour booklets available for $5. They can be picked up at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, the Carriage House Visitors Center, the Cape May Lighthouse, or the World War II Lookout Tower.

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Phone: (609) 898-1818
Cape May Beaches

Cape May Beaches

Cape May, New Jersey, offers a collection of well-maintained beaches known for clean sand, gentle surf, and a relaxed atmosphere. Popular spots include Higbee Beach, Sunset Beach, and Poverty Beach, each providing a slightly different experience, from quiet nature areas to classic oceanfront settings. Many visitors choose Cape May for its less crowded shoreline compared to other Jersey Shore destinations.

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Cape May Point State Park

Cape May Point State Park

Home of the iconic Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May Point State Park is a lovely place to visit for a refreshing morning or afternoon of bird-seeing, biking, or visiting historical sights.

Phone: (609) 884-2159
Website: Cape May Point State Park
Cape May Zoo

Cape May Zoo

The Cape May County Zoo offers Free Admission to all regular visitors, and a schedule that offers at least five hours of time to visit year-round. With over 550 animals representing 250 species in an extensive variety of natural settings, it’s easy to spend a morning or afternoon exploring all there is to see!

Phone: (609) 465-5271
Charter Boat Fishing & Surf Fishing in Cape May

Charter Boat Fishing & Surf Fishing in Cape May

It’s easy to make Cape May fishing a part of your next stay at Beauclaire's, where you can find over 30 miles of open beaches. You’re free to cast a line from the beach (with a few exceptions for areas like boardwalks and other populated areas).  Companies like Cape May Bait and Tackle can help get you set up with the rental equipment you’ll need.  After that, our great coast is your oyster: it’s easy to find a Cape May beach and start a round of fishing!

Phone: (609) 898-6001
Golfing

Golfing

Beauclaire's is near many Cape May golf courses that should not be missed, whether you are looking for a quick par-3 course or a challenge championship 18-hole course, we have options for you! All of these are conveniently close to Beauclaire's, but the Cape May National Golf Club is closest.  The Cape May Par 3 Golf Course is less than five minutes away.  It’s a great option for beginner golfers. 

Phone: (609) 884-1563
Lighthouse Tour

Lighthouse Tour

Cape May’s section of the Jersey Shore is home to one of the state’s true historical treasures. The Cape May Lighthouse, built in 1859 and automated in 1946, was restored and still operated by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) in the 1990s. It’s open for visitors from April through November and on weekends throughout most of the year. Full Moon Lighthouse Climbs are also offered on select dates. Visitors can take a Cape May lighthouse tour up the 199-step spiral staircase for a view of Cape May City and the famous Wildwood to the north from 157 feet up. On good times, you can even see Cape Henlopen in Delaware to the west! If you don’t choose to make the climb, you can still check out the Visitor’s Orientation Center and Museum Shop on the grounds nearby.

Website: Lighthouse Tour
Nature Center of Cape May

Nature Center of Cape May

Cape May is one of the top places for bird watching in the United States.  The Nature Center provides several free and guided activities great for couples, singles, and families.  At their location, just 5 minutes by car from Beauclaire's, they have an observation deck and tour, an upstairs lounge, and several other areas open for the public.  You’re free to bring binoculars and get comfortable.  Several gardens, including themed ones that attract butterflies

Phone: (609) 427-3045
Website: Nature Center of Cape May
Whale Watching

Whale Watching

Whale Watching is a perfect way to enjoy the best of what the ocean has to offer: the sea breeze, a pleasant boat ride, and the unforgettable experience of seeing a whale or dolphin carousing beneath your boat! Bring a camera: their breaching the surface is a perfect photo opportunity. Cape May Whale Watcher guarantees you will see marine wildlife during their trip, or you’ll get a second free ride. Up to three daily narrated trips are offered from March through December. Best of all, they’re located less than ½ mile from Beauclaire's.

Phone: (609) 884-5445
Website: Whale Watching
World War II Tower

World War II Tower

Although it resembles an abandoned lighthouse, the tower is actually a defense post from the days of World War II, when concerns about German ships and submarines shut down Cape May’s actual lighthouse and kept the windows of its homes dark at night. Towers like No. 23 were equipped with guns and placed up and down the banks of the Delaware River and elsewhere in Cape May County.

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Phone: (609) 884-5404
Website: World War II Tower
Ready to experience Cape May for yourself?

Stay within walking distance to Cape May’s top beaches, attractions, restaurants, and experiences, all within easy reach of Beauclaire’s. Check availability and reserve your room today to make the most of your time in Cape May.

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