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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Cape May

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Cape May, New Jersey

Updated June 27, 2017
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Bunker at Cape May Point. (Andriy Boychuk)

Cape May, New Jersey

Bunker At Cape May Point

World War II bunker still standing on the New Jersey beach.
100-year-old tracks on Sunset Beach

Cape May, New Jersey

Sometimes Train Tracks of Sunset Beach

Several times a year, during low tide, two pairs of historic train tracks are revealed on this New Jersey beach.
The wreckage of the SS Atlantus lies off the coast of Sunset Beach, New Jersey

Cape May, New Jersey

Wreck of the S.S. Atlantus

The rusting remains are visible sticking out of the waters of the Delaware Bay.
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Wildwood, New Jersey

The Race of Gentlemen

Vintage cars and motorcycles race for glory in a throwback motorsport celebration on the Jersey shore.
6 miles from Cape May

Wildwood, New Jersey

Tributes and Traditions

Randy Senna's Fascination and retro arcade is home to the last Fascination game in New Jersey, and one of seven remaining as of 2021.
6 miles from Cape May

Rio Grande, New Jersey

Menz Restaurant & Bar

Come for the Italian food, stay for the taxidermy and giant statues.
7 miles from Cape May

Lewes, Delaware

Bunkers of Cape Henlopen State Park

World War II-era bunkers are hidden under the beaches of this picturesque park, which is still scattered with wartime watchtowers.
15 miles from Cape May
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