A stroll through the Washington Street shopping area, just a block away, will introduce you to many unique shops offering antiques, art and crafts, as well as clothing, jewelry, candy and toys. The Washington Street pedestrian mall is actually the original main street of town. You will also find interesting shops at Washington Square and Congress Hall. Cape May's shops are operated by local entrepreneurs and have unique items for your consideration. Recently, several new and interesting shops have been attracted to West Cape May, about a ten to fifteen minute walk from The Queen Victoria® and Queen's Hotel.

The Antique Doorknob, 600 Park Boulevard, West Cape May, offers original restored building artifacts, Victorian lighting, building hardware 1840 - 1910, stained glass, iron and wicker and a selection of fireplace mantels and related items.

Cape May Wicker, West Cape May - Large assortment of baskets and wicker goods at rock bottom prices.

Cheeks & Cheeks X2, in the Queen's Hotel - Women s clothing and fine museum style gifts.

Down by the Sea, 711 Beach Drive - Lovely gift shop with distinctive and unique items including Scaasis replicas, lighthouse art, home décor with a lighthouse theme, and a nice selection of nautical decorations.

Seaside Sweets, 425 Beach Ave. - Cape May's Freshest Home Made Candies.

Good Scents, on the Mall - New Age gifts and crafts, hard to find CD s and tapes.

Love the Cook, on the Mall - Gifts and gourmet items for the kitchen. For the Birds, just off the Mall - Everything for the birder from place mats to binoculars.

Mariah's, Jackson St., near the Mall - Gift ware and decorative items with a garden theme.

The Toy Store of Cape May, on the Mall - Educational toys are a specialty here.

Whiskers, 605 Hughes Street - A charming shop for those special items for kitty.

The Whale's Tale, on the Mall - Eclectic shopping open all year featuring educational toys, fine paper goods, gift ware and fine paper goods.