Have a wild time as you explore more than 85 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits.  With 250 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles and over 550 animals, you're sure to see something new.  

The Cape May County Zoo is open 364 days a year (closed Christmas).
Winter Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Summer Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
No admission fee.  That's right!  The zoo is free of charge!

Grab a drink and take in some live music at the Ocean Drive

The Ocean Drive, often called simply The OD, has been a Jersey Shore Tradition for Generations. With a focus on Fun, Friends and Music, The OD can always be counted on for a great time. As a classic "Jersey Shore Bar", the Ocean Drive provides the best the region has to offer in live entertainment every night, plus great drink specials all the time. Our afternoon happy hours, the Saturday No Shower Happy Hour and the Sunday Jam, are legendary and always worth checking out.

Play basketball at Sea Isle City's free courts.

If you need exercise during your lazy relaxing vacation, located at JFK boulevard is the main basketball courts on the island. There are several courts but these are the largest and most popular. There are one regulation length full length court and two smaller full length ones. After exhausting yourself, cool down with some water ice or ice cream right across the street at Rita's.

Ride the rides at Gillian's Funland of Sea Isle City 

Fun for the whole family, Gillian's is a family-owned boardwalk tradition dating back to the 1930's! Located at 304 John F Kennedy Boulevard in the heart of Sea Isle City.

Rent a boat for the afternoon at Frank's boats in Strathmere

Located at Bayview Drive and Whittier Road, let owners Frank and Candy outfit you up for the perfect day of fishing in one of their 16 foot boats. Whether it's flounder or crabs you are seeking, a boat from Frank's will set you up for success!

Enjoy the attractions of the Wildwood Boardwalk

Explore three huge, action-packed amusement piers boasting games, great food, awesome rides for all, from the kids to the Xtreme rides.

Charter a fishing boat out of Sea Isle City with Captain Robbins

For over 60 years, Captain Robbins deep sea fishing experts have been specialists in wreck and bottom fishing. Day and night charters available for any occasion.  

Meet up for dinner & drinks at Twisties Tavern in Strathmere

This much-loved bayside tavern is a great place to visit for a relaxed meal or to socialize over some cold beers. At the same time, you can enjoy fantastic views of the bay and all it's wildlife, or gaze at the fishing boats on their way to the ocean to Corson's Inlet.  Located at 236 Bayview Drive in beautiful Strathmere.

Watch the lifeguard competitions on Strathmere Beach

Strathmere's lifeguards work hard to stay in shape all summer long, and the lifeguard competitions are a fun way to cheer them on as they compete in rowing, running and swimming events.