Grand Lighthouse Tour from Cape May

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Sole sentinels or lonely lights, whatever your idea of a lighthouse these romantic icons of the coast stand as a testament to our conquering the mighty sea. The coastal lighthouses of New Jersey are famous for a number of reasons, including their roles in the success of major ports like Philadelphia and their strategic value during times of war. The lives saved by these lighthouses are countless both in history and on a daily basis.

These lighthouses are not only dotting our shoreline, but also our waterways. To aid ships sailing the treacherous mid-channel of Delaware Bay, a series of lighthouses were constructed in the 19th Century and the early 20th Century. Most of these lighthouses are still operating. All are automated. They stand on pedestals surrounded by water out of sight of land. The Cape May Whale Watcher has been sailing to these extremely historic lighthouses since 1994.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Lunch

Breakfast

Narrated history of each lighthouse

Available for purchase

What To Expect

Cape May Lighthouse

See the iconic lighthouse on this tour

Admission Not Applicable

One of the 7 lighthouses you will see

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Grand Lighthouse Tour from Cape May

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

What a great day on the water and would highly recommend it!
M2604EAsharonf,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Staff were great and all the lighthouses were amazing to see. Come hungry as they feed you whole trip. Captain gets close to the lighthouses and goes around them so both sides of boat can see it. We loved it!
Lighthouse lover must do
38tf,
Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent experience. We saw 9 historic lights, each came with a knowledgeable narration. Ticket price includes a light breakfast and several options for lunch. Picky eaters should be able to find something, but vegetarians might want to bring along a lunch. Parking is right across the street. I recommend anyone who likes lighthouses take this six hour cruise.
Bay Trip
Victoria B,
Jun 24, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent excursion to enjoy the historical Delaware Bay and its lighthouses. Fabulous crew and delicious luncheon.
Very enjoyable trip.
William B,
Oct 3, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Lighthouse Tour was very enjoyable. The Atlantis is well equipped, if perhaps a little spartan. The tour left and returned on time. Despite cold and damp weather and a very choppy bay, the accommodations were comfortable. The food served was very good, basic party buffet. The captain's narration was informative, although it was clear he was reading from a prepared script and he hinted at his political leanings a bit too often. My wife, who is not a very enthusiastic traveler, told me several times what a good time she had; so the tour must have been pretty good.
Fantastic Voyage
William S,
Jun 18, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Crew wonderful experience fantastic food beyond belief There were no negatives except the voyage ended Can't wait to do it again I also want to do a similar trip to Chesapeake lighthouses Hope they maintain same standard which are extremely high
The Great Lighthouse Tour
Travelingman667,
Aug 20, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The sea air . The tour was very relaxing and informative The captain is very knowledgeable and gave a very insightful narrative. Food was tasty. Great cake.
Grand Lighthouse Tour
mariebY1720ZZ,
Aug 21, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a delightful voyage with a knowledgeable captain who narrated the cruise. Helpful and polite crew. Abundant food. We didn’t realize breakfast and lunch were included! I'd recommend this cruise to any lighthouse-nut! We saw 9 lighthouses (if you count one lighthouse ruin) in a comfortable cruise setting.