THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Annapolis - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
Things to Do in Annapolis

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Things to Do in Annapolis


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Top Attractions in Annapolis

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Military Museums
Historical naval heritage site with guided tours, providing insights into officer training and traditions. Features the Chapel, crypt of John Paul Jones, and scenic bay views.
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Neighborhoods
Charming historic district with Georgian-style architecture and a scenic waterfront. Features informative tours, local boutiques, and a vibrant atmosphere.
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Historic Sites
Historic building with a self-guided tour highlighting Maryland's past, Revolutionary War, and national capital roots. Admire the large wooden dome and Tiffany ceilings amidst well-preserved decor.
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Historic Sites
Historic home with guided tours that reveal the lives of Declaration of Independence signers, complete with period furnishings and serene English gardens.
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Historic Sites
Guided tours through a historic 1770s house reveal a notable collection of Peale family paintings, period furnishings, and colonial history, complemented by a quaint gift shop.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Historic lighthouse accessible by informative boat ride, featuring interior climbs, restoration insights, and educational focus on its keepers and maritime heritage.
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Historic Sites
Historical waterfront memorial with statues and story wall, celebrates cultural heritage and human resilience. Reflective atmosphere for all ages.
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State Parks
Beach park with scenic bay views, historic lighthouse, and farmhouse; provides trails, fishing, and a thong-friendly beach. Note the presence of jellyfish.
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Other Top Attractions around Annapolis

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What travelers are saying

  • Keith
    Greenville, SC3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    You can’t go to Annapolis without visiting the Academy. It will make any American proud and gives hope for the future of Democracy. Don’t miss the museum and the Bone Ship Models. Lunch at the Alley is excellent.
    Written May 5, 2024
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA582 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a lovely evening here, walking around, checking out shops and cafes, seeing the sights. We enjoyed the holidays lights up everywhere also. A lot of great history here as well.
    Written December 1, 2023
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  • LoisTravels2
    Charlottesville, VA24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive State Capitol Building. So much rich history in a beautiful building. Free tour at your pace. You need ID’s to get inside. Highly recommend .
    Written May 7, 2024
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  • Heddy G
    Malvern, PA582 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lots of fun things to do here, we hiked a lot of the paved trails and saw fun art and interesting science installments along the way. Ice skating rink was open when we went and it looked fun, tho we did not partake. The $6 entrance fee is definitely put to good use as its very well maintained here.
    Written December 1, 2023
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  • Dennis H
    83 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great tour of the house by our wonderful Docin Kathy. Knowledgeable and funny. So many historical arttifacts and historical nuggets. Gardens are beautiful. This was a highlight during our visir to beautiful Anapolis.

    Highly recomended!!!
    Written May 7, 2024
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  • Piero C
    Annapolis, MD527 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This charming house helps visitors understand the relative poverty of the wealthy classes in colonial America, presenting a rather charmingly underwhelming “luxury”. Beautifully restored with period furnishings, the almost cramped setting offers two floors of interesting stories, and the shameful relics of slavery. The tour is an hour long and conducted by highly knowledgeable and personable docents with connections to the estate.
    Written August 14, 2023
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  • Earl D
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This tour is amazing. The staff were very knowledgeable and friendly. We came away with a great appreciation for the history of Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse.
    Written October 7, 2023
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  • Mikhail384230
    Minneapolis, MN46 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    No better way to spend a nice day in Annapolis. The historic tour of the Chesapeake Bay is a few hours and led by extremely friendly and knowledgeable people. You get a sense of Annapolis’ past and present, and get some time on the water. Highly recommend! The museum itself is small and gives a nice history of the region’s oyster and fishing industry.
    Written April 30, 2024
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  • WILLIAM B
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great food, drink, and places to stay. Easy to walk around.

    The seafood and raw bar are fantastic

    Highly recommend! Will go back soon!
    Written March 10, 2024
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  • Sunshine664068
    9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful. Sad to see a homeless man sitting on a bench in the yard area. It is a very
    old church.
    Written November 6, 2023
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  • Phil
    Thessaloniki, Greece2,402 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    You will proberly have passer this sight when visiting the harbour. Not to be missed. All free of course :)
    Written November 10, 2022
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  • LAURIE S
    Buckhannon, WV442 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is mostly a park for beach and boat people. We went during the week. It was not crowded and they have a very small nature center. Interesting but not much else to do.
    Written May 18, 2023
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