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Sunset Beach

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Sunset Beach
4.5
599
#1 of 15 things to do in Lower Township
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Restaurants
108 within 3 miles
The Grille
157
77 ft$ • Quick Bites • American
Enfin Farms
21
1.5 mi$
Westside Market
260
2.2 mi$ • Specialty Food Market • American • Deli
The Lookout
1
1.8 miSteakhouse • Seafood
Black Duck on Sunset
500
2.2 mi$$$$ • American • Contemporary • Vegetarian Friendly
Sapore Italiano
754
2.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Sicilian • Southern-Italian
Bella Vida Garden Cafe
592
2.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Caribbean • Cafe
Exit Zero Filling Station
164
2.1 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Fusion
Cape May Honey Farm
71
2.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Specialty Food Market • Gluten Free Options
Panico's
459
2.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly
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Attractions
55 within 6 miles
Sunset Beach
22
0 ftBeaches
World War II Lookout Tower
312
0.2 miMilitary Museums • Historic Sites
Cape May Point State Park
202
0.7 miState Parks • Beaches
Cape May Bird Observatory
72
0.5 miNature & Wildlife Areas
Cape May Lighthouse
2,118
0.9 miSpeciality Museums • Lighthouses
Willow Creek Winery
1,114
1.3 miWineries & Vineyards
Cape May City Beaches
2,228
Beaches
South Cape May Meadows
112
2.1 miNature & Wildlife Areas
Beach Plum Farm
203
1.2 miFarms
Washington Street Mall
566
2.6 miShopping Malls
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
599 reviews
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Very good
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Average
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Terrible
2
katiel0703
Bloomsburg, PA24 contributions
Beautiful view of the sunset!
May 2022 • Friends
Loved Sunset beach! It was a perfect spot to see the sunset over the water. We sat on the left hand side of the beach to watch it right in front of the grilled cafe and it was beautiful. Not too many people by us because the sun was setting over the USS Atlantis from where we were sitting but because there weren’t too many people on that side, there were no “surprises” in our pictures. Highly recommend if there are clouds to get there earlier than just 10/15 minutes before sunset because it will set behind the clouds faster than the predicted sunset time.
Written May 6, 2022
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Justin W
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ2,603 contributions
The last place I visited on Christmas weekend to see the sunset
Dec 2021
I have to say that this is one of the most specular beaches on earth with the most amazing sunsets that rival anywhere on earth. I love coming here to see the sunset at night and judging by the crowds that evening everyone had the same idea I had.

On the Sunday night of Christmas Weekend, I came to Sunset Beach to see the sunset as the days got longer and the weather was surprisingly warm. It was almost like a late Fall or early Spring evening with the weather being 51 degrees.

The sunset was so spectacular that people were actually applauding it. Mother Nature can really surprise us with such beauty.

Don't miss this beach at Sunset when in Cape May.
Written December 27, 2021
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Archie
Glenmoore, PA5,018 contributions
Beautiful skies at Sunset
Sep 2021 • Family
Its a gorgeous place to visit after the city beaches. There are pebbles all over the beach with the famous Cape may diamond. You can see the wreck of SS Atlantus. We were grateful to be there for honoring of a veteran and singing of the national anthem. There is beach shack for icecream and basic food. The gift shop across the street is lot of fun to stroll through. The sunset is amazing with the skies lit up.
Written September 5, 2021
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Angela D
Annapolis, MD73 contributions
Watch the glorious sunset on Sunset Beach
May 2021
We love Sunset Beach! It's a small beach where people gather every evening to watch the sunset. If you're hungry, eat at the nearby restaurant before sunset. Shop in the store while waiting. A little bit for everyone. Mostly, though, it's peaceful.
Written June 14, 2021
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285jareda
7 contributions
Very nice family-friendly beach
Jun 2020 • Family
Sunset beach is a very family-friendly and quiet beach in Cape May. This shore is pebbles (no sand) so not the most comfortable for walking. There are several nice little gift shops located at this beach (and a couple restaurants). Parking is available in a small lot and right on the road (free of charge), and was easy.

Our family’s favorite part of this beach is searching for Cape May diamonds, which are nearly clear round pebbles, which can be found by sifting through the pebbles on this beach (they also sell them as beautiful jewelry in the gift shops). Although this is not your beach if you’re looking for a big crowd, a boardwalk, surfing, or sunbathing, it is perfect for a family visit for a couple hours.
Written July 9, 2020
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bbbob84
Staten Island, NY1,592 contributions
Scenic Sunset Beach
Aug 2020
Sunset Beach at the end of Sunset Boulevard offers beautiful views, a nice beach and a glimpse of whatever is left of the Concrete Ship Atlantus. Photo ops abound. The souvenir shops offer local mementos, as well as, snacks and drinks if you need them. Ample parking available.
Written August 12, 2020
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Colleen C
Troy, NY1,767 contributions
S.S. Atlantus ~ concrete ships WHO KNEW?!?
Jan 2020
Always hated history when I was a kid ~ now as an adult I found new weird never heard of things SOOOO interesting. I have never heard of a fleet of 12 Concrete ships let a lone 1 concrete ship. So when my grandmother (93 years young) told me that was the most interesting thing to see in Cape May I was concerned she was losing it ~ she showed me pictures when it had recently ran aground in the 30's. She also remembered an insurance sign on the side of the ship.
Most of the ship is below the water line and in not recognizable but amazing none the less to see.
Free parking available, amazing and clean beach (half pebbles and half sand 'weird'), mini golf, store and restaurant all right at parking lot.
Written January 26, 2020
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Princess279
East Brunswick, NJ790 contributions
I'm going back only a day later
Apr 2021 • Couples
I read about the "Cape May diamonds" and was curious to see if I'd find some on the Sunset beach. We have! Some of the post say you can also search for them on the Higbee beach, but we found that t be unlikely. The "sand" on this beach is pretty much just pieces of quartz in variety of colors and sizes. We found plenty of the "diamonds" and had couple of hours of fun playing with the beach pebbles. Going back tomorrow to see what else I can find with the help of a 9y.o. detective.
Written April 9, 2021
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SuperAdventure
Williamsburg, VA108 contributions
A Diamond in the Rough
Jun 2020
Love this beach! We had a great time here. Free parking and easy access to the beach. We had fun searching for Cape May Diamonds while relaxing on the beach and waiting for the sunset. The sunken ship off adds an extra cool element to the beach. The shops and grille are nice as well. Great place to stop and watch the sunset.
Written June 18, 2020
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h0ckeygirl36
Pennsylvania660 contributions
Nice
Sep 2019 • Family
It's not a trip to Wildwood unless we go to Sunset Beach AKa Diamond Beach. You love to Walk down to the beach and get some rocks as well as we love to go in the gift shop. Can also see a sunken ship in the ocean. Definitely would recommend a visit if in the area
Written January 1, 2020
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