Kid-Friendly Activities in Cape May County
Traveling With Children
Looking for a way to combat cabin fever with your kids this winter? While it might be just a bit too cold for boardwalks, water parks, beaches and splashing in the waves, there are still plenty of activities to keep your kids entertained in and around Cape May County, and the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has your ticket to a fun & exciting winter adventure! Read through our list below, grab an extra layer and we'll see you on board.
Cape May County
Cape May County Park & Zoo
Open everyday except Christmas, the Cape May County Park & Zoo features over 250 species and more than 550 animals! Admission and parking are both free (donations accepted), and they have a great playground set-up outside the zoo. On occasion, they'll even have special events like Princess & Pirate Day or a Tree lighting celebration, so it always pays to take a look at their calendar.
Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum
Are your kids into big jets and fast planes? Naval Air Station Wildwood has them, and so much more. The non-profit museum, located at the Cape May Airport (which also houses a Taco Shop, and Cape May Brewing Company) inside historic Hangar #1. The Hangar has been fully restored and now houses a number of aircraft, engines, special exhibits, and educational interactive displays. Explore aviation and military history through “hands-on,” fun and educational activities for the entire family! Bring the kids and travel back in time to this 92,000 square foot sampling of the 1940’s. They even welcome friendly, leashed pets!
Cape May Bird Observatory
Did you know that National Geographic ranked Cape May as one of the best destinations in the world for birding? That's right. In. The. World. So if your kids love the outdoors, a trip to the Cape May Bird Observatory is a must for your list. With weekly walks, guided tours and School of Birding workshops, there's plenty to see and do. And with a location in Cape May Point, you're just a hop, skip & a jump away from the Cape May Lighthouse or Sunset Beach (where you can search for Cape May Diamonds), and the shops, restaurants and beaches of Victorian Cape May are just down the road.
Atlantic County
Atlantic City Aquarium
There's so much to "sea" and do at the Atlantic City Aquarium! Located in the historic Gardner's Basin section of Atlantic City, the aquarium features touch tanks and dozens of exhibits, plus an exotic animal show and sting ray feeder shows. You’ll be submerged in a world of fun, fascination and learning. In addition to the aquarium, AC offers great restaurants, water activities, outlet shopping, and more!