Cape May is one of the most charming towns in New Jersey. There is a mix of beaches, food, Victorian homes and cute shops. October is arguably the best time to visit Cape May - cooler weather, fewer crowds, decorated Victorian streets, wineries, and a beautiful sunset. The Lobster House is one of our favorite places to eat with dockside seafood.
Stone Harbor is on the South end of the 7 mile island. 96th street in Stone Harbor is a street full of cute shops, coffee shops and food.
Avalon: The Princeton Bar & Grill The Rock N Chair Avalon Brew Pub Wawa Stone Harbor: (North end of the 7 mile island) - Coffee Talk on 97th street is where Taylor Swift used to perform as a child. - The Local Beans coffee shop and store - Freds Tavern - Windrift - Harbor Square Theatre - Fishing Pier Grill (brunch) - Nemos Pizza
Take a beach walk to enjoy the crisp fall air. I like to walk from the Jetty (8th st) down to the Pier (30th st). Dune drive is the heart of Avalon. There may be some shops open to browse in. Wawa (27th st) and Freds Liquor store (22nd st) will be open.