Cape May Golf Trip Planning Guide
Cape May is a charming Victorian beach town at the southern tip of New Jersey with solid golf, a growing wine trail, and a walkable downtown packed with restaurants and bars. Play courses through pine barrens and coastal terrain, tour wineries on the Cape May Wine Trail, and hit the Washington Street Mall for seafood and cocktails. More refined than the rest of the Jersey Shore.
3 courses · 5 restaurants · 3 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
ACY (55 min drive)
$39–$99
$500/night
1 of 3
~$386/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Cape May. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Cape May National Golf Club — coastal, $59–$99 · 4.6★
Karl Litton/Robert Mullock design through wetlands and pines — consistently ranked among NJ's best public courses
The Lobster House — seafood, $$$
Cape May institution on the fishing wharf — massive seafood menu, raw bar, and the Schooner Bar on a docked ship
Cape May Brewing Company — brewpub
Craft brewery at the airport with a huge tasting room, food trucks, and outdoor games
Day 2
Avalon Golf Club — coastal, $49–$85 · 4.3★
Bob Hendricks design in Swainton with coastal wind and well-maintained greens — solid shore golf
Cape May Wine Trail — half day, $20–$50/pp
6+ wineries within 15 minutes — Willow Creek, Natali, and Cape May Winery are the highlights
The Ebbitt Room — upscale, $$$$
Virginia Hotel fine dining with seasonal farm-to-table menus — the big-night dinner spot
The Rusty Nail — patio · Open late
Beach Ave bar with live music, outdoor seating, and sunset views — the summer nightlife hotspot
Day 3
Sand Barrens Golf Club — links, $39–$69 · 4.2★
27 holes through South Jersey pine barrens — waste bunkers and sandy soil give it a true links feel
Cape May Whale Watching — 2-3 hours, $35–$55/pp
Dolphin and whale watching cruises from the Cape May harbor — high hit rate for dolphin pods
Lucky Bones Backwater Grille — casual, $$
Casual seafood and pub fare near the harbor — group-friendly with house-brewed beer
Carriage House Cafe & Grill — cocktail · Open late
Washington Street cocktail bar with a speakeasy vibe and creative drinks
Course-by-Course Guide
Cape May has 3 courses worth playing. 1 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Cape May National Golf Club
PremiumKarl Litton/Robert Mullock design through wetlands and pines — consistently ranked among NJ's best public courses
Avalon Golf Club
SolidBob Hendricks design in Swainton with coastal wind and well-maintained greens — solid shore golf
Sand Barrens Golf Club
Solid27 holes through South Jersey pine barrens — waste bunkers and sandy soil give it a true links feel
Where to Stay
Cape May has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $500/night for the whole house.
$700–$2500/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Cape May Beach / West Cape May
$500–$1800/night
Sleeps 8–14 · Downtown Cape May / Victorian District
Group Dining Guide
5 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
The Lobster House
$$$Cape May institution on the fishing wharf — massive seafood menu, raw bar, and the Schooner Bar on a docked ship
The Ebbitt Room
$$$$Virginia Hotel fine dining with seasonal farm-to-table menus — the big-night dinner spot
Lucky Bones Backwater Grille
$$Casual seafood and pub fare near the harbor — group-friendly with house-brewed beer
George's Place
$$Greek-influenced breakfast and lunch spot — best pancakes and omelets in Cape May
Hemingway's Prime Steaks & Seafood
$$$$Award-winning steakhouse in the Grand Hotel with locally sourced seafood and premium steaks
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
Cape May Brewing Company
Craft brewery at the airport with a huge tasting room, food trucks, and outdoor games
The Rusty Nail
Late NightBeach Ave bar with live music, outdoor seating, and sunset views — the summer nightlife hotspot
Carriage House Cafe & Grill
Late NightWashington Street cocktail bar with a speakeasy vibe and creative drinks
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Cape May Wine Trail
6+ wineries within 15 minutes — Willow Creek, Natali, and Cape May Winery are the highlights
Cape May Whale Watching
Dolphin and whale watching cruises from the Cape May harbor — high hit rate for dolphin pods
Cape May Brewing Tour
Tour and tastings at one of NJ's best craft breweries — their King Porter Stomp is legendary
Deep Sea Fishing Charter
Charter out of the Cape May harbor for flounder, sea bass, and bluefish
Cape May Point Lighthouse & Bunker
Climb the lighthouse for panoramic views, then explore the WWII bunker on the beach
Getting There
Fly into Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) — it's a 55-minute drive to Cape May. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Cape May Limo and South Jersey Shuttle). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.