2-Day Cape May to Lewes Ferry Family Adventure with Wildlife, History & Beach Fun

Day 1: Zoo, Pirates & Ferry Ride

Cape May, NJ, USA to Lewes, DE, USA on May 24, 2025

7:30am

Depart from Edison, NJ to Cape May

Start your family road trip to Cape May with a 3-hour drive. Plan quick stops for snacks and leg stretches along the way.
Gas cost approx. USD20, 3h

11:00am

Cape May County Park & Zoo

Enjoy free admission to this kid-friendly zoo with giraffes, monkeys, and a petting zoo. Open 10 am to 4 pm.
Free, 2h

1:15pm

Lunch at Lucky Bones Backwater Grille

Casual dining with a seafood-forward menu and ample options for kids like chicken tenders and fries. Open 11:30 am to 9 pm.
USD25, 1h

2:30pm

Cape May Pirates Museum

Experience pirate-themed interactive exhibits and treasure hunts that engage kids and teens with local lore.
USD12, 1h

3:45pm

Board Cape May-Lewes Ferry

Enjoy a scenic 85-minute ferry ride across the Delaware Bay between Cape May, NJ, and Lewes, DE. Departure times should be checked in advance (typically every 2 hours).
USD50 family roundtrip approx., 1h25m

5:30pm

Check-in and Dinner in Lewes, DE

Settle into your accommodation and enjoy dinner at Agave Mexican Restaurant, which offers family-friendly Mexican dishes in a lively atmosphere. Open until 9 pm.
USD40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Nature, History & Return

Lewes, DE, USA to Edison, NJ, USA on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Dutch Girl Donuts

Start the day with freshly-made donuts and coffee loved by kids and adults alike. Open from 6:30 am to 1 pm.
USD10, 1h

9:00am

Visit Cape Henlopen State Park

Explore nature trails, beaches, and a WWII observation tower with panoramic views. Great for birdwatching and outdoor family fun. Park open 8 am to sunset.
USD10 vehicle fee, 2h

11:30am

Tour Zwaanendael Museum

Learn about the early Dutch settlers and maritime history of Lewes with interactive exhibits suitable for kids. Open 10 am to 4 pm.
Free donations appreciated, 1h

12:45pm

Lunch at Shorebreak Pizza & Tap House

Enjoy family-friendly casual dining with fresh pizzas, salads, and local craft sodas. Open 11 am to 9 pm.
USD30, 1h

2:00pm

Relax at Lewes Beach

Spend afternoon swimming and building sandcastles at the family-friendly beach; restrooms and playground nearby. Beach open access with parking fees.
USD10 parking, 1h30m

3:45pm

Return Ferry from Lewes to Cape May

Take the ferry back to Cape May, enjoying scenic views and possibly whale watching from the deck.
Included in roundtrip fare, 1h25m

5:45pm

Drive Home to Edison, NJ

Complete your trip with about a 3-hour drive back home to Edison.
Gas cost approx. USD20, 3h
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