Cape May Lighthouse

Category: Historical landmark

Address: 215 Light House Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204, USA

Phone: +16092246066

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–5PM

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

Jera Dieu

Nov 2, 2022

Beautiful scenery all around

Melissa Baker

Oct 29, 2022

I saw this while doing the NJ Lighthouse Challenge. I highly recommend the Lighthouse and the Challenge.

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Questions & Answers

Is this open?

Russell M | Nov 7, 2018
Cape May Lighthouse | Nov 7, 2018

Yes. For the summer, the lighthouse is open daily from 9am to 8pm

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Are Dogs allowed

Marion Stuetzle | Nov 7, 2019
Diane Geberth | Nov 7, 2019

Yes they are

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Do u by chance have Christmas tree ornaments all year long for sale. I await your reply

A Google User | Nov 7, 2018
Allen Steele | Nov 7, 2018

Yes, different shops, have different items, some have dates on or it can be added,too.

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The light house is closed at 4 pm, but the parking lot is still open for the walk to the beach ?

Norman N Nguyen | Nov 6, 2021
Jean Barraclough | Nov 6, 2021

The Lighthouse is currently open 10am to 4pm, but hours are not the same as the state park hours. Visit the Park's web site to see their hours; during the summer, the park is usually open dawn to dusk.

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How much for light housd

Carol Fletcher | Nov 7, 2018
Tim B | Nov 6, 2020

Fall 2020 admission is $10.

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who built the lighthouse

Jaeda Nickerson | Nov 7, 2018
Twinkle Singh | Nov 7, 2018

It was built in 1859 under supervision of US Army engineer William F. Raynolds. Source: wikipedia

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Are drones allowed in the area for aerial photography?

Savan G | Nov 6, 2021
May | Nov 6, 2021

Cap May is has restricted rules. Pls. Check with community.

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how many people have been at the lighthouse

Brenna-Ann Haase | Nov 7, 2019
James McCarhty | Nov 7, 2019

I don't know the number of people but they come and go all day long. Great exercises well can't beat The view.

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has it ever shut down for power outage?

Joshua Linhares | Nov 7, 2019
Cape May Lighthouse | Nov 7, 2019

Not that we have a record of. As an active aid to navigation, the Lighthouse would be high up on the list of priorities in case of a power outage. Dealing with such an issue would be the Coast Guard, since they maintain the beacon.

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Is the lighthouse open during the Oktoberfest time period?

Sheri Myers | Nov 7, 2018
Jean Barraclough | Nov 7, 2018

Yes, the Lighthouse is open every day. The hours vary, so best to visit our website to get the hours for the day you want to visit.

Is the lighthouse open after Labor Day?

Pam Hinkle | Nov 7, 2018
Cape May Lighthouse | Nov 7, 2018

Yes, it is still open daily. The hours vary so it's best to check our website for the current hours.

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Allowed dogs at lighthouse?

Lourdes Aguirre | Nov 7, 2018
sam yeung | Nov 7, 2018

Can't

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Tonight its open until 8pm ? Or 4pm

S Bissonette | Nov 7, 2018
Roland Pacheco | Nov 7, 2018

The lighthouse is open till 8pm The veterans look out tower is the the that closes at 4pm

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What restaurants are in the area

Michael Kealey | Nov 7, 2018
sai kiran tamatam | Nov 7, 2018

there are good restaurants in washington street mall, cape may...you can explore good food in that street....

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is there any ticket for this or can visit free?

Sanaa Munawar | Nov 7, 2018
Denise Shimel | Nov 7, 2018

The free museums were quite nice. There was a festival when i visited and we donated money and bought from vendors. Lots to see and do without actually climbing up the inside when you purchase tickets online or in the shop outside. Beautiful items in the shop, too.

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Are you oprn the week of Thanksgivong

Rose Marie Artley | Oct 7, 2022
Jim Moore Officiant | Oct 7, 2022

To my knowledge . The park is open. Call cape may point state park to see if the lighthouse is open for tours. Weekends are usually a good time to call.

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How many steps are there to the light house

Mary Dreggs | Sep 7, 2022
eric hoffa | Sep 7, 2022

199 narrow winding stairs to the observation level.

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Is any light houses along the New Jersey coast open on Sunday, August 28, 2022 and at what time if so. If not, what days are they open and time?

Victoria Serwinski | Sep 7, 2022
Ameet S | Sep 7, 2022

Cape May light house is open, till 5 PM.. it's has a beautiful view, clean environment, and great hosts!!!

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Is the Cape May lighthouse open for tours on Sundays, August 28, 2022 and at what time. Also, is the museum in Cape May open on Sunday, August 28, 2022?

Victoria Serwinski | Sep 7, 2022
Cape May Lighthouse | Sep 7, 2022

Yes, the Cape May Lighthouse is open 9 to 5 daily. The Emlen Physick Estate, which is Cape May's only Victorian House Museum, is open for tours on Sunday, Aug. 28 at 11:15am; 12:30pm, 1:45pm, and 3pm. Best to visit capemaymac.org to confirm and get tickets. Lighthouse tickets can be purchased at the Lighthouse.

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Is the lighthouse open everyday in September 2022? If so hours you can walk the steps?

deb penrose | Jul 9, 2022
Peter Lukacko | Jul 9, 2022

Yes, they are open and you can walk the steps. Go to there website for more information. Go to Google and search cape may lighthouse for more information.

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What are current hours for sunday's?

Garo Kitabjian | Nov 6, 2020
James Greeley | Nov 6, 2020

9am to 5pm everyday

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Is it open now in September?

Kim Dalesandro | Nov 6, 2020
Jonah Sprosty | Nov 6, 2020

Yep, not sure about hours, but it's 10$ a adult, 5$ for kids and veterans, we went around mid day

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Open to climb to the top in October?

Tracie Geiger | Nov 6, 2020
Jean Barraclough | Nov 6, 2020

Yes, generally 10am to 4pm, but the Lighthouse is scheduled to be closed for painting Oct. 19 to 23, so check MAC's website before visiting, just to be sure.

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Traveling to a Cape May this weekend, any recommendations and souvenir shops to visit while I'm there? All recommendations are welcome. Thanks.

Michael | Nov 6, 2020
Stacy Wingfield | Nov 6, 2020

A lot of the stores in Washington Square have the same stuff. Go earlier in the day to get good parking. The souvenier shop at Sunset Beach has very reasonable prices. If you want a great pretzel, there is a pretzel shop in Rio Grande. ( everything pretezels are amazing). Bella Vida is great for any meal; ask for Jimmy.

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Who can you contact about the condition of the flags that are flying at the cape may court house ?

Lou Riiff | Nov 6, 2020
Andre Ward | Nov 6, 2020

Try this: https://www.capemay.com/contact-us.html

Are the restrooms open for beach goers at this time?

Leah Betchner | Nov 6, 2020
Code Zero Aerial Photography | Feb 9, 2022

Yes it was when I was there.

Is the lighthouse open 9/5 and 9/6?

Lila Barnhardt | Nov 7, 2019
Cape May Lighthouse | Nov 7, 2019

Yes, the Lighthouse is open daily. Hours are currently 10-5, but best to check capemaymac.org for the current time when you plan to visit.

Is the light house lit up at night

Rich Miller | Nov 7, 2019
Cape May Lighthouse | Nov 7, 2019

Cape May is a working Lighthouse, so it is always lit.

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Is the lighthouse air conditioned?

Amy Herrmann | Nov 7, 2019
Halee Howarth | Nov 7, 2019

No there is No Air conditioning in the light house itself. But lovely breeze if you make it to the top

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can i see a picture of the beach ?

wanda emmett | Nov 7, 2019
Jean Barraclough | Nov 7, 2019

If you mean a view of the beach, absolutely! As you climb the lighthouse, there are windows at each landing and each faces a different direction. So, you'll get a bird's eye view of the beach, Cape May Point, and other areas nearby. Of course, at the top on the watch gallery, you can walk around the entire beacon and get great photos.

Can you still go and see the outside of the lighthouse after hours?

Joseph Horn | Nov 7, 2019
Jean Barraclough | Nov 7, 2019

You can certainly see it, but the gate to the actual Lighthouse compound is locked and the State Park closes at dusk. If you're interested in seeing it at night, MAC offers Full Moon Lighthouse Climbs. It's an opportunity to climb at night and the view of the surrounding area and the water is spectacular! Check their web site for dates and times.

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how many inches is the cape may lighthouse

Brenna-Ann Haase | Nov 7, 2019
Elijah Olson | Nov 7, 2019

1,884 inches, or 157'

how long dose it take to get to the top

Brenna-Ann Haase | Nov 7, 2019
Reezee | Nov 7, 2019

Maybe 15 minutes

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how close is it to lacey

Brenna-Ann Haase | Nov 7, 2019
Dominick Patricelli | Nov 7, 2019

About 2 hours use the parkway to the end

Where is Winery and what rentals are available for three days Sept 7 to Sept 9th

Eileen Fagan | Nov 7, 2018
Cape May Lighthouse | Nov 7, 2018

There are a bunch of wineries in Cape May County, plus breweries and distilleries, so there are lots of ways to spend a day touring and tasting. Best to Google Cape May County wineries to get the list and directions. As far as rentals, there are plenty of choices there, too, from house rentals (although most would not rent for three days) to hotels to B&B inns. The Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May is a good source ; they keep a list of which properties have availability and also of Realtors who handle whole house rentals.

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Is this area ADA accessible? Don't want to go up lighthouse but would look to see the area. I am in a mobility scooter ...

J Schofield | Nov 7, 2018
yao he | Nov 7, 2018

There are a lot of ramps lead to the beach

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