Sand dunes with beach grass near the ocean at our Avalon beach hotel

Find Great Things To Do In Avalon, NJ

Discover The Best Local Activities

When it comes to the most popular attractions & things to do in Avalon, NJ, and nearby Stone Harbor, everything you want to see and experience is just moments from ICONA Windrift Resort. In addition to beautiful beaches, the New Jersey Shore offers abundant opportunities for adventure. Our friendly staff awaits to offer recommendations on what attractions to see and which things to do during your Avalon getaway. 

Giraffe at the Cape May Zoo near our hotel in Cape May NJ

Cape May Zoo

Have a wild time as you explore more than 85 acres of beautifully maintained exhibits. With 200 different species of mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles

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Two girls kayaking in the sea near ICONA Hotel Windrift

Harbor Outfitters

Canoe & kayak rental service in Stone Harbor, New Jersey.

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A lady buying clothes in a surf shop at ICONA Hotel Windrift

Avalon Surf

Surf shop in Avalon, New Jersey.

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A man water skiing in the sea near ICONA Hotel Windrift

Island Water Sports

Water sports equipment rental service in Stone Harbor, New Jersey.

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Closeup of a Hawks Haven wine bottle at ICONA Hotel Windrift

Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery

​Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery is nestled in lower Cape May County on a beautiful hundred-acre farm with 16 acres of vines.

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Closeup of a tortoise in the wetlands near ICONA Hotel Windrift

The Wetlands Institute

The Wetlands Institute is a non-profit organization started in 1969 by the executive director of WWF, Herbert Mills.

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Big Little 9 Par 3 golf course green near our Cape May NJ hotel

Morey's Big Little 9

Discover the newest kid on the block – the Big Little 9 – an exclusive, 9-hole, par 3 that just might be the best 90-minute golfing experience of your life.

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The exterior of Avalon Surfside Park near ICONA Hotel Windrift

Avalon Surfside Park

Public park with kid's playground, ampitheater, & tennis courts.

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The exterior of Avalon History Center near ICONA Hotel Windrift

Avalon History Center

Local-history museum featuring photos, artifacts & other items like a circa-1925 life boat.

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Interior of Stone Harbour Museum near ICONA Hotel Windriff

Stone Harbor Museum

The Stone Harbor Museum is a visit to the past. Opened in 1999, a collection of archival material and displays bring the past into the present.

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The exterior of Hereford Inlet Lighthouse near ICONA Windrift

Hereford Inlet Lighthouse

The Hereford Inlet Light is a historic lighthouse located in North Wildwood in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States, situated on the southwestern shore of Hereford Inlet at the north end of Five Mile Beach.

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A family enjoying at Wildwood Boardwalk near ICONA Windrift

Wildwood Boardwalk

Old-fashioned rides & games, shops & dining along a carnival-like, 2-mile oceanfront boardwalk.

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A kid sitting at Minature Golf Club ground near ICONA Windrift

Miniature Golf Club 18

Miniature golf course in Stone Harbor, New Jersey.

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A man playing golf at Avalon Golf Club near ICONA Windrift

Avalon Golf Club

Nestled along the Jersey shore between Ocean City and Wildwood, golfers can be challenged at Avalon Golf Club.

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The Shore Club

The Shore Club is a premier, full service, family oriented private golf club, located just minutes from Avalon, Stone Harbor, and Cape May.

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Closeup of a variety of beers at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Bucket Brigade Brewery

Cozy, low-key brewery located in Cape May Courthouse, NJ.

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Coho Brewing Co.

Large tap & tasting room in Cape May Courthouse, NJ.

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People served at Avalon Brew Pub at ICONA Windrift

Avalon Brew Pub

Avalon Brew Pub features gastropub dining with a twist in an upscale casual atmosphere.

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Closeup of a variety of beers at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Slack Tide Brewing Company

Brewery & tasting room located in Cape May Courthouse, NJ.

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7 Mile Brewery

Brewery & tasting room located in Rio Grande, NJ.

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Ludlam Island Brewery

Brewery & tasting room located in Ocean View, NJ.

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Cold Spring Brewery

Unique brewery located in historic Cold Spring Village.

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Closeup of a variety of beers at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Gusto Brewing Company

Unique brewery located in North Cape May.

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Closeup of a variety of beers at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Cape May Brewing Co.

Microbrewery & taproom offering German-style brews, light ales & free guided & self-guided tours.

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Willow Creek Winery & Farm

Cape May Island winery set in vineyards and gardens, with tours & wine tastings, plus a restaurant.

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Natali Vineyards

Natali Vineyards is a winery in the Goshen section of Middle Township in Cape May County, New Jersey, USA.

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Wine glasses on an oak barrel at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Cape May Winery

Tap room tastings, plus tapas & brunch dining in a winery with tours of the vineyards & cellars.

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Wine glasses on an oak barrel at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Turdo Vineyards & Winery

Turdo Vineyard & Winery is a winery in the North Cape May section of Lower Township in Cape May County, New Jersey.

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Nauti Spirits Distillery

Located on a 60-acre farm between the Atlantic Ocean and the Delaware Bay, Nauti Spirits Distillery offers artisan spirits, handcrafted from ingredients harvested from area farms.

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Karen from Pure Pony Yoga in Stone Harbor doing pose in front of sand dune

Pure Pony Yoga

Get some extra movement in during your trip down the shore this summer with Pure Pony Yoga. ICONA guests save 10% with code ICONA when booking online.

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A man parasailing in the sea near ICONA Hotel Windrift

Sea Isle Parasail

Parasailing ride service in Dennis Township, New Jersey.

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A bird in Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary near ICONA Hotel Windrift

Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary

Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary is a 21.5-acre bird sanctuary and nature preserve in Stone Harbor, Cape May County, New Jersey.

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Wine glasses on an oak barrel at ICONA Hotel Windriff

Jessie Creek Winery

Winery located in Cape May Court House, NJ.

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