Tourism is the dominant industry. Cape May's economy runs
on shops, restaurants, lodgings and tourist attractions on Washington Street
Mall, along the boardwalk and elsewhere throughout town. Many historic hotels
and B&Bs dot the landscape. Commercial and sport fishing are also important
to Cape May's economy. Marine mammal watching, bird watching, and other forms
of eco-tourism have become equally important in Cape May. A small wine growing
area is adjacent to Cape May, and tourists to Cape May visit the four local
wineries: Hawk Haven Vineyard and Winery, Turdo Vineyards, Natali Vineyards and