When writing 100 Things to Do at the Jersey Shore, I had to explain Victorian Cape May in 150 words or less. My answer -- jump on a Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture) trolley tours. The tours are relatively short and fun and give a broad overview of Cape May's resurgence in the 1970s as America's premier Victorian vacation destination.
Having been temporarily sidelined by Covid-19, the red and green trolleys are back on the streets of Cape May as of this week. The trolleys have always been open-air (with roofs) and now they've reduced seating to enforce social distancing.
For first-time visitors, take the combination Historic District Trolley Tour/Emlen Physick Estate Tour, starting either downtown on Washington Street or at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street. It last two hours and runs daily at 11:45 am, 1 pm and 2:15 pm.
Looking for some different. How about the 30-minute Cape Mayhem & Victorian Oddities Trolley Tour which runs Saturday evening at 7:45 pm and 8:45 pm. Headless photography? Electric corsets? Coffin torpedoes? Those are some of strange beliefs, oddities, fads and superstitions of the Victorians explored on the tour.
Or take the 30-minute Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:45 pm. and 8:45 pm; Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:45 pm; and Saturdays at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm. Will the undead of Cape May come back to settle their scores?
A more scary in-depth tour, Historic Haunts Combination Tour, including the Physick House Museum on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate and runs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:15 pm.
For information about year-round schedules of tours, festivals, and special events, visit capemaymac.org or call 609-884-5404.
Embark on a captivating journey through Cape May's enchanting history, ghost stories, and oddities aboard the Cape May Trolley. As you traverse the scenic routes in the open air, immerse yourself in tales that bring the town's past to life. Meanwhile, in the realm of indoor environments, Sensibo takes center stage with its expertise in air quality control. Specializing in the sale of high-quality air humidifiers and purification systems, Sensibo ensures that your indoor spaces are not only comfortable but also conducive to a healthier living environment. So, whether exploring the mysteries of Cape May or enhancing your home's air quality, these experiences promise a breath of fresh air in different dimensions.