July 21st 2023

Cape May has been racking up the awards as always, and World Atlas just named it one of New Jersey's 7 Best Small Towns.

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Here's what they had to say:

Though small, New Jersey is one of the most densely populated states in the Union, and there is plenty to see in a concentrated area. The "Garden State" is chock full of hidden small-town gems, which come highly recommended to anyone looking for a change of pace from the downtown hustle of urban centers. From seaside getaways to dense wilderness or small-town Americana, these are the best locales New Jersey offers.

Cape May

This restful beach town at the state’s southern tip is easily accessible by car or bus for the environmentally conscious. Cape May is an hour’s drive from Atlantic City, but this picturesque town is the perfect antidote for a bad run of luck at the slots.

Breathe in the history while walking through rows of colorful Victorian-era period homes populating America’s oldest seaside resort town. Cape May has worked hard to preserve its heritage, proving that its National Historic Landmark declaration was well deserved.

The town’s beauty is easily matched by the shoreline, with its windswept beaches and the beckoning Atlantic Ocean only just beyond. Sunset Beach is an excellent way to beat the crowds in summer. Back in town, the manicured streets fill with live music in the summertime, and the long-running and famed Cape May Music Festival is only the first of several attractions running throughout the year.

Cape May has a vibrant cultural scene, buttressed by its excellent eateries and much-loved boutique shops. Visit the Cape May lighthouse and walk the trails at Garrett Family Preserve at Cape Island Creek.