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There’s
always
something special going on
T
he excitement never ends
in the Wildwoods. We pack our calendar
full of special events for the whole family —
weekly craft shows, classic car shows, cultural
Come Fly Away
Every Memorial Day weekend
the Wildwoods’ skies light up
with brilliant splashes of color
as the island hosts The Wildwoods
International Kite Festival. It’s the
largest kiting festival in America, and
kite flyers and builders from across
the globe flock to the Wildwoods to fly
giant kites, miniature kites, controllable
kites and power kites, and to take part
in various demonstrations and workshops for the whole family. Kites of
every shape and size can be
seen throughout the weekend
as participants compete in
a variety of contests —
from extreme kite
boarding to stunt
kite championships.
festivals, concerts, parades and
extreme sporting events are just the beginning.
Throughout the season the Wildwoods host
motorcycle shows, fishing tournaments, Christmas
in July and even a baby parade! There’s so much
more to see and do.
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Immerse
yourself in our ocean
S
the Wildwoods are a natural haven for all things aquatic —
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and we’ve got something for everyone. For the adventurous,
lots of sporting opportunities all throughout the island —
urrounded by water,
nd on land...
You’ll find sun, you’ll find sand and you’ll also find lots and
we have jet skiing, parasailing, wave running, surfing and speed boat rentals. For those
basketball and tennis courts, bicycle and
seeking a more relaxing ocean experience, we have scenic cruises and dolphin
surrey rentals, beach volleyball courts… the
watching. Of course we also have fishing — deep
list goes on and on.There’s even boccie ball.
sea excursions, surf fishing, fishing piers and boat
In addition, we have a nearby collection of public, private and
rentals. Plus, visitors to our island can rent equipment
semi-private 9- and 18-hole golf courses that are sure to
for an island favorite activity — crabbing.
please even the pickiest player.
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Joinofin
the
Fun
our Doo Wop island
D
oo Wop. What is it?
It’s bold neon and plastic palm trees. It’s kitschy theme
motels paying homage
to exotic lands, pop
culture and the space
age. It’s bright colors and
exaggerated angles. It’s
the distinct architectural
style that defines the Wildwoods. Home to the largest
concentration of mid-century architecture in the country,
visitors to the Wildwoods are invited to share in the fun
’50s Forever!
The Wildwoods’ Doo Wop architecture
got its start in the 1950s, when the
country was feeling the post-World
War II boom and the automobile was
first sweeping the nation. It was the
birth of the “American Vacation” and
new highways made the trip to the
Wildwoods easier than ever before.
Visitors flocked to our island and a
new breed of motels — with brash
colors, outlandish styles and far out
themes — emerged to accommodate
the new traffic.
Half a century later, Doo Wop architecture, which for a time was considered
“tacky” and “dated,” is once again all the
rage. Interested visitors can learn more
about the Wildwoods’ hotels — the
shapes, images, symbols and more —
on the Doo Wop Trolley Tour, an awardwinning, 45-minute tour held throughout
the summer. For more information,
dates and times, call the Mid-Atlantic
Center for the Arts at 609.884.5404.
of our Doo Wop island at any
of over 100 ’50s-style hotels.
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History
abounds
around our island
hen visiting the Wildwoods,
sightseeing is a must. Beside the Doo Wop Trolley Tour
— a perpetual favorite — you’ll also find an assortment
of historically significant sites. On the island, you’ll find
History
at a Glance
• The first inhabitants of the Wildwoods
were from the Ketchemeche Tribe, an
offshoot of the Native American Lenni
Lenape Nation.
the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse, a beautifully restored
“Carpenter Gothic” lighthouse that was first opened for operation
in 1874.The Wildwoods are also host to the George F. Boyer
Museum, dedicated to the island’s history. Just off the island you’ll
find Historic Cold Spring Village, a re-created 19th
century living history museum that offers insight
into the lives of tradesmen — printers, blacksmiths,
potters and more — and their families — spinning,
weaving and open-hearth cooking. And in nearby
Cape May, there’s the Emlen Physic Estate, an 18-room mansion built
in 1879 and designed by world-renowned architect Frank Furness.
• The Wildwoods were named for the
dense, twisted trees and shrubbery
that covered the island in the early
1700s.
• The only Revolutionary War battle
fought in Cape May County was
on Sunset Lake in Wildwood Crest.
The U.S. Brigantine Nancy and British
warships skirmished here in the Battle
of Turtlegut.
• The Wildwoods were settled
in the early 1880s as a fishing
community.
• Tourism in the Wildwoods
began in the 1880s.
• Amusements came to the Wildwoods
in the 1890s — the very first was a
small carousel.
• The Wildwoods’ first roller coaster —
the Yankee Dip — was constructed
in 1916 and cost $12,000.
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There’s
so
much
around the corner
J
ust a short drive away...
The Wildwoods are five minutes from Historic Cape May, the nation’s oldest seashore resort community.
And if you’re looking to take in a little nature, then you’ve come
World-famous for its perfectly preserved Victorian architecture, Cape May showcases a vast selection
to the right place. Ours is one of the best bird-watching areas in the
of mid-18th century homes — now mostly bed & breakfasts — clad with gingerbread details, pastel
world — Cape May County hosts the Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary,
colors and long, sweeping verandas.
An eclectic mixture of shops and restaurants adds to Cape May’s
a 21-acre protected sanctuary that’s hosted, among others, the
charm.The Wildwoods are also a
short drive from Atlantic City’s high-rolling excitement. Glittery
American (common) Egret, the Snowy Egret, the Louisiana Heron
casinos invite visitors to try their luck and top-notch
entertainment promises an unforgettable experience.
and the Green Heron.There’s also the New Jersey Audubon Society’s
Cape May Bird Observatory, where more than 400 different species
have been spotted during fall migration.
Visit Our Zoo
In between Cape May and
Atlantic City, families can delight
in the Cape May County Zoo, an
expansive facility with more than
180 species of animals, including
endangered species — African
Lion, Cheetah, Ocelot, Cotton-Top
Tamarin and Bison — a reptile
house and an aviary.The Zoo
also features an African Savanna —
a “walking safari” that places
giraffes, zebra, ostriches
and more in a
natural setting.
www.WildwoodsNJ.co
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Howour
to island
find
NEW JERSEY
Vineland
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Dover
REGIONAL AREA
Pa
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Delaware Bay
Stone
Harbor
into the Wildwoods.
New York, NY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 miles
Cape May
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Newark, DE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 miles
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(Rio Grande Avenue). Continue over the George Redding Bridge
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Harrisburg, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197 miles
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(Wildwood/Wildwood Crest). You will be on Rt. 47 South
Lew
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Baltimore, MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 miles
Ma
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Exit 7S onto the Garden State Parkway South to Exit 4B
The Cape May-Lewes Ferry
Provides daily departures from Cape May, NJ and
Lewes, DE.Vehicles or foot passengers accommodated.
1.800.64.FERRY
www.capemay-lewesferry.com
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Atlantic City, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 miles
Lynch Hts
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From Philadelphia: Take the Atlantic City Expressway to
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Approximate Distances in Miles
Atlantic
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Lewes
Belltown
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Georgetown
New Jersey Transit
Provides transportation to the Wildwoods with departures
from New York City, Jersey City, Newark, Atlantic City and
Philadelphia. 1.800.626.RIDE
www.njtransit.com
Philadelphia, PA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 miles
From Points North: Take the Garden State Parkway
Trenton, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 miles
South to Exit 4B and follow the directions above.
Washington, D.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 miles
Boston, MA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368 miles
From Points South: Take the Cape May-Lewes Ferry to
Parkway North to Exit 4 and follow the directions above.
WEST
WILDWOOD
TO EXIT 4B
GARDEN STATE
PARKWAY
to Rt. 55 South to Rt. 47 South to the Wildwoods.
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• 1000
CENTRAL AVE.
• 700
9TH AVE
• 1100
7TH AVE
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• 1200
6TH AVE
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SPRUCE
(OCEAN DRIVE)
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LINCOLN AVE
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GARFIELD AVE
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SPICER AVE
ROBERTS AVE
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SPENCER AVE
BAKER AVE
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YOUNG AVE
MONTGOMERY AVE
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BURK AVE
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DAVIS AVE
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ANDREW AVE
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PARK BLVD.
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NASHVILLE AVE •7700
LOUISVILLE AVE •7800
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DENVER AVE
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PRESTON AVE
HOLLYWOOD AVE
TOPEKA AVE
PITTSBURGH AVE
CHARLESTON AVE
ST. LOUIS AVE
TRENTON AVE
NEWARK AVE
WASHINGTON AVE
JEFFERSON AVE
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CHESNUT AVE
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HUDSON AVE.
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NJ Transit Atlantic City Rail Line
1.800.AC.TRAIN
2700 JUNIPER AVE
2800 POPLAR AVE
2900 MAGNOLIA AVE
3000 GLENWOOD AVE
3100 MAPLE AVE
3200 PINE AVE
3300 WILDWOOD AVE
3400 OAK AVE
3600 SCHELLENGER AVE
RIO GRANDE AVE.
(Wildwood/Wildwood Crest) and follow the directions above.
SUSQUEHANNA AVE.
PINE AVE
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Rt. 322 East, then take the Garden State Parkway South to Exit 4B
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New Jersey Park-n-Ride
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Ride sharing and van pool assistance for destinations
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in Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Cumberland,
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Salem, Atlantic and Cape May Counties.
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1.800.245.POOL
OHIO
www.transportationchoices.com
VENIC
From Atlantic City Airport: Follow County Rt. 563 to
UN
POPLAR
MAGNOLIA
GLENWOOD
MAPLE
Cape May. Follow signs to the Wildwoods via the Garden State
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Atlantic City International Airport
Located just 45 minutes North of the Wildwoods,
the airport is served by Spirit Airlines, Continental Airlines
and US Airways Express.
1.609.645.7895
www.123atlanticcity.com
Philadelphia
International Airport
Located approximately
2 hrs. from the Wildwoods.
General Info:
1.215.937.6937
Automated Flight Info:
1.800.745.4283
www.phl.org
NEPTUNE
From Delaware Memorial Bridge: Take Rt. 40 East
Indian Beach
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SURF AVE.
BOARDWALK
WILDWOOD CREST
NEW WILDWOODS
CONVENTION CENTER
ATLANTIC OCEAN
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WILDWOOD
OCEAN AVE.
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BOA
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NORTH WILDWOOD
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[email protected]
Created by:
Signature Communications, Philadelphia, PA
Photography:
Cape May County Department of Tourism
Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority
Gary Mattie Studios, Cherry Hill, NJ
David Harp Photography, Baltimore, MD
George F. Boyer Museum