The best things to do in Cape May County

13 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Adventure Nook

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Adventure Nook is a whimsical indoor tiny town where kids roam from the Adventure Market to Bella's Barnyard, testing every pretend-play…

7 N Wildwood Blvd (Cape May Court House)

Adventure Nook is a whimsical indoor tiny town where kids roam from the Adventure Market to Bella's Barnyard, testing every pretend-play scenario their brains can conjure. When cabin fever hits, let them explore, create, and burn off wiggles, and keep it in mind for easy, stress-light birthday parties.

From the Cape May County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Swap scrolling for putts this week at Pirates of the Golden Galleon Golf, home to two 19-hole pirate-themed courses with their own quirky…

1124 Boardwalk (Ocean City)

Swap scrolling for putts this week at Pirates of the Golden Galleon Golf, home to two 19-hole pirate-themed courses with their own quirky challenges. Family-friendly, bragging-rights approved, and just the right amount of competitive energy to settle who’s captain of the cul-de-sac.

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Set high up in the trees, this obstacle course challenges visitors with a variety of elements.

707 US-9 N (Cape May Court House)

Set high up in the trees, this obstacle course challenges visitors with a variety of elements.

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Historic building that was once a school and meeting house is now a family-friendly spot for American dining.

735 Seashore Rd (Cape May)

Historic building that was once a school and meeting house is now a family-friendly spot for American dining.

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200-acre coastal birdwatching sanctuary featuring trails through beaches, wetlands & dunes.

692 Sunset Blvd (Cape May)

200-acre coastal birdwatching sanctuary featuring trails through beaches, wetlands & dunes.

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Avalon Golf Club

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Club featuring golf courses and a pro shop, as well as a dining deck.

1510 US-9 (Cape May Court House)

Club featuring golf courses and a pro shop, as well as a dining deck.

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Par-3 golf course with a driving range and 2 practice greens in a casual setting.

29 Fulling Mill Rd (Rio Grande)

Par-3 golf course with a driving range and 2 practice greens in a casual setting.

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The Shore Club

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Golf course and country club for members and guests, plus bar, wedding events and more.

1170 Golf Club Rd (Cape May Court House)

Golf course and country club for members and guests, plus bar, wedding events and more.

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Membership-only golf club featuring a well-maintained course and a pro shop.

905 US-9 (Cape May Court House)

Membership-only golf club featuring a well-maintained course and a pro shop.

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Relaxed course offering a mix of challenging holes featuring hazards and water features.

834 Florence Avenue (Cape May)

Relaxed course offering a mix of challenging holes featuring hazards and water features.

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Goofy Golf

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Boardwalk fun spot offering mini-golf with creatively designed holes for families.

920 Boardwalk (Ocean City)

Boardwalk fun spot offering mini-golf with creatively designed holes for families.

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Big Little Nine

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Well-maintained golf course with dual tee boxes on each hole and quick greens.

600 Bayberry Dr (Cape May Court House)

Well-maintained golf course with dual tee boxes on each hole and quick greens.

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Preserve with nature trails, wildflower meadows and a bird blind, plus easels for artists.

801 Wilson St (Cape May)

Preserve with nature trails, wildflower meadows and a bird blind, plus easels for artists.

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