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Cape May Tours Near the Beach

Cape May tours offer one of the best ways to experience the town’s historic charm, coastal scenery, and local culture, all just minutes from Beauclaire’s Bed & Breakfast. From guided trolley rides through the Victorian district to food tours featuring local restaurants and evening ghost tours, there are a variety of ways to explore Cape May beyond the beach.

Many of the most popular tours begin within walking distance, making it easy to plan your day without worrying about parking or transportation. Whether you’re interested in history, dining, or a unique evening experience, Cape May tours provide a relaxed and memorable way to see the area.

Popular Cape May Tours Near the Beach
Trolley Tours

Trolley Tours

The perfect way to see Cape May! Hop on one of MAC's cheery red trolleys and take a guided tour the easy and comfortable way. Knowledgeable guides will tell you everything you want to know about America's first seaside resort, from our Victorian heritage to our seashore and maritime history and more, with plenty of fun facts sprinkled in. Cape May trolley tours are perfect for every age, too, with a variety of tours especially geared to the younger set, and themed tours for holidays and special events. Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street, where most tours start (unless otherwise noted).

Phone: (609) 884-5404
Location: Washington Street Mall Information Booth
Horse & Carriage Tour

Horse & Carriage Tour

Step onto a trip with the Cape May Carriage Company and enjoy a time of less stress and worries.  It’s easy to relax and enjoy oneself while ambling along at a leisurely pace, although other cars and traffic may pass you by, a carriage ride about the things you can see during the journey, not the speed or ultimate destination.

Beginning at the corner of Ocean Street and Washington Street Mall, Cape May carriage rides visit many locations of historical significance within the area. There is plenty to be found here—the entire town has been declared a National Historic Landmark!, and the Carriage Company’s knowledgeable guides can point out and provide information about the best features. During the ride, you can either listen in and ask questions or simply watch the views as they gently pass by. Reservations can be made with the company for private or group tours shared with other families. The carriage stop is located on Ocean St. across from the Washington Street Mall.

Phone: (609) 884-4466
Location: Ocean St. across from the Washington Street Mall
Cape May Food Tour

Cape May Food Tour

Cape May Food Tour is a 3-hour guided food tasting and cultural walking tour of Cape May, New Jersey. Our journey will take us to award-winning Cape May restaurants, mouthwatering eateries, and a distinctive specialty food store for samples of their delicious dishes and bites. We’ll discover the people behind these renowned establishments, their passion for food, and their connection to local Cape May foods.

As we stroll through the lush, vibrant streets of Cape May with our tour guide, modern-day and historical stories will unfold along with a closer look at those elaborate Cape May cottages. The samplings on the tour have been carefully selected to represent a unique Cape May experience. Many of our area chefs and bakers on the tour have put their talents to work for years to evolve their recipes into the fabulous blend of the grand finale version you taste today. These chefs and bakers use only high-quality ingredients, many of which are locally sourced right here in Cape May. Our tour includes chefs who are leaders in the Slow Food Movement, which embraces the ideals of food that is: good for you, good for the workers who produce the food, and good for the environment by using local sources. The chefs and bakers on the tour are the people whose talent and hard work have helped to build this city’s reputation for top-notch cuisine in the finest of settings.

Cape May Ghost Tours

Cape May Ghost Tours

Cape May is one of the most haunted towns you'll ever visit. Is it any wonder? It's such a marvelous place, even the spirits don't want to leave Cape May! Dozens of Victorian gems have been investigated and documented to have "spirit" residents, all of whom are quite friendly, we assure you. Take a giant step back in Cape May's past and see if a ghostly encounter is in the cards for you!

  • 1879 Emlen Physick Estate 
  • Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour 
  • Ghosts of the Lighthouse Trolley Tour
  • Midnight at the Physick Estate
  • Ghost 101 Investigation 
  • Halloween Happenings 
  • Historic Haunts Combo Tour
  • Historic Haunts House Tour
  • A Walk with the Ghost Writer 

Tickets for the Cape May Ghost Tours can be purchased in advance at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or at the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street.

Phone: (609) 884-5404
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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