Take a break from the ordinary with the Cape May-Lewes Ferry’s 2011 summer programs, packages, and upcoming events.
Looking for adventure, something different to do while vacationing in the twin capes resort region? The Cape May-Lewes Ferry —your ticket to fun destinations in both New Jersey and Delaware — offers a season full of excursion packages that will provide entertainment both on land and by sea.
From trips to museums and guided-tours of Victorian Cape May and historic Lewes, Delaware to visits with bobcats and monkeys at the zoo, great outlet shopping and World War II sites, the Cape May-Lewes Ferry foot passenger excursion programs offer something for everyone.
The ferry is perfect for walk-on passengers. Just park your car in our free, well-lit and security patrolled lots.
Then purchase a round-trip foot passenger/shuttle combo ticket at the ticket counter or avoid the lines and purchase your tickets at our newly installed self-serve kiosks.
Once you board the ferry, enjoy the beautiful, scenic 80-minute cruise across the Delaware Bay on, “the best boat ride in America.”
Maybe you’ll see dolphins; you will surely see lighthouses on your voyage to either historic destination. The CMLF works with tourism partners to offer passengers value-added excursion programs. The following are program highlights for the summer season:
On the Ferry
Rock the Boat: Passengers can enjoy free entertainment aboard select departures every Friday beginning July 8 through September 2.
Boatloads of great music. The ferry is the place to be on Friday nights this summer. Cruises depart Cape May at 6 p.m. Entertainment is free with the price of ferry passage. Check our entertainment schedule at CMLF.com.
Lighthouse Pete’s Family Fun Cruise: Bring the family on a fun-filled adventure with the ferry’s adorable mascot, Lighthouse Pete the Pirate.
Pete will be joined by other great family entertainment including children’s entertainers and music. These cruises, which begin on July 6 and continue through September 1, depart the Cape May terminal at 6 p.m. every Wednesday. Reservations are suggested. Free with the price of ferry foot passenger ticket.
Destination Delaware
Historic Lewes Tour (Self-Guided): A unique destination that combines the lure of the sea with fascinating opportunities to “live” history.
The package, which is available Monday through Saturday from June 13-September 17, includes round-trip ferry ride from Cape May, shuttle service into Lewes and admission into the Lewes Historical Society Complex, Cannonball House Maritime Museum and HMB DeBraak exhibit at Zwaadendael museum.
Lewes Guided Trolley Tour: Explore the quaint streets and beautiful waterfront of Lewes every Tuesday through Thursday from June 14 through September 15.
Depart Cape May at 9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m.to enjoy your 30-minute guided tour of historic Lewes. You will have a chance to meander down Pilottown Road along the Lewes & Rehoboth Canal and to see the grand Victorians of Kings Highway.
Shipcarpenter Square, Front Street, Third Street, Fourth Street and Savannah Road are also included.
Shop ‘til you drop!: The Tanger Outlet Center on Route 1 offers more than 150 designer outlet shops for those rainy or sunny day shopping excursions.
Shuttle Service
In New Jersey, shuttle service connects the Cape May terminal with downtown Cape May.
In Delaware, shuttle service connects the Lewes terminal with downtown Lewes, Tanger Outlets and the DART Park & Ride lot with connections to Rehoboth Beach and Ocean City, MD.
Weekend shuttle service is offered in May and early June. Starting June 13, shuttle service operates seven days a week through October 1. In October, the shuttle service runs on weekends only.
Upcoming Regional Events
Take a break from the ordinary — with a whole range of great upcoming events.
Visit www.cmlf.com/Events to find out about upcoming events including Millsboro’s Nanticoke Pow Wow, SUNFEST, Lewes’s Boast the Coast, and Tanger Outlet’s Black Friday shopping in Delaware; in addition to Harborfest, Angelsea Blues Festival, Irish Fall Festival, and the Cape May terminal Wine Festival in New Jersey.