Christmas in Cape May - Take the Cape May Lewes Ferry

Christmas in Cape May

November 24, 2012 through December 31, 2012

What better place to get into the true spirit of Christmas than Victorian Cape May?  This seaside town is transformed into a Dickens village for the holidays with garlands of fragrant greens and twinkling gaslights.  Wrap yourself in the warmth of holiday spirit and sample a seemingly endless variety of fun and tasty events.  From trolley rides to house tours, we offer something for everyone!

A Cape May Christmas Tour
New in 2012!  View some of Cape May’s grandest mansions by the sea on a narrated trolley tour along Beach Avenue, then tour one of Cape May’s famous Bed & Breakfast Inns.

Dates & Time:                  
Monday through Thursday November 26 – December 20 12:00 Noon

Departing Lewes:                          
09:15 a.m.

Lewes Return:                  
Return on any same-day departure; reservations required.

Cost:                                                    
$54.50 Vehicle/Driver Price (Fuel Surcharge May Apply)
$18.50 Age 13 and Older
$13.50 Child 3-12 years of age
 FREE Children 5 years and under

Physick Estate Christmas Tours
Visit the 1879 Physick Estate, Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, decorated in authentic Victorian style.  Learn about Victorian Christmas decorations and traditions on this guided daytime tour.  The tour also includes a visit to the Carriage House Gallery at the Emlen Physick Estate where you can see “An Oldfashioned Christmas” exhibit

Dates & Time:                                  
11:45 a.m.
11/24 – 29, 12/1-6, 12/8, 12/10-13, 12/15, 12/17-20, and 12/24-31.


1:00 p.m.
11/30, 12/7, 12/14, and 12/23

Departing Lewes:                          
09:15 a.m.
Lewes Return:                  
Return on any same-day departure; reservations required.


Cost:                                                    
$50.50 Vehicle/Driver Price (Fuel Surcharge May Apply)
$14.50 Age 13 and Older
$9.50  Child 3-12 years of age
FREE   Children 5 years and under

Santa’s Trolley Rides
Bring the kids to the Physick Estate on weekends for a ride around Cape May with stories and songs led by Mrs. Claus.  Santa will greet children with a sweet in the Carriage House.

Dates & Time:                                  
Sat. & Sun., Nov. 24-Dec. 16, Sat., Dec. 22
1:00 p.m.
                                                               
Departing Lewes:                          
09:15 a.m.
Lewes Return:                                  
Return on any same-day departure; reservations required.

Cost:                                                    
$48.50 Vehicle/Driver Price (Fuel Surcharge May Apply)
$12.50 Age 13 and Older.
12.50  Child 3-12 years of age
FREE   Children 5 years and under

Holiday Inns Tours
Get into the Christmas spirit at three of Cape May’s festively decorated Bed and Breakfast Inns.  You’ll be treated to a holiday presentation at each inn.
Dates & Time:                                  
Mondays through Thursdays, Nov. 26-Dec. 20
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
                                                               
Departing Lewes:                    
09:15 a.m.
Lewes Return:                                
Return on any same-day departure; reservations required.

Cost:                                                    
$58.50 Vehicle/Driver Price (Fuel Surcharge May Apply)
$22.50 Age 13 and Older
$17.50   Child 3-12 years of age
FREE      Children 5 years and under