Things to do in Annapolis

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U.S. Naval Academy showing military items, heritage architecture and interior views
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1. U.S. Naval Academy

The United States Naval Academy is a heritage-listed campus where officers for commission into the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps have been trained and educated since 1845. The academy campus is deemed a National Historic Landmark and features several historically significant buildings as well as monuments dedicated to important events in naval history. Take a tour around the campus grounds and discover the academy’s rich history, beautiful architecture and state-of-the-art facilities.
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U.S. Naval Academy which includes heritage architecture, military items and interior views

2. Chesapeake Bay Bridge

The Chesapeake Bay Bridge, also known as the William Preston Lane Jr. Memorial Bridge, is an icon of the city. Brave the long drive across this magnificent engineering marvel, which measures over 4 miles (7 kilometers) in length and offers fantastic views of the bay for any lucky passengers who don’t have to concentrate on the road ahead.
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Chesapeake Bay Bridge

3. Sandy Point State Park

Sandy Point State Park is a much-loved recreational hotspot for residents of the Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area. Spend a day here picnicking, sunbathing and swimming at the beach and admiring striking views of Chesapeake Bay, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and the Sandy Point Shoal Lighthouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Sandy Point State Park

4. Maryland State House

Maryland State House is a grand civic building with an intriguing heritage that dates back to the American Revolution. Still in regular use by the Maryland General Assembly, Maryland State House is the only state house to have been used as the national capitol. Admire the stunning architecture of the state house and discover the stories behind its elegant wooden dome and tall lightning rod.
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Maryland State House showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

5. Maryland Quiet Waters Park

Bordered by the South River and Harness Creek, Maryland Quiet Waters Park is a spacious public park and a favorite among locals and visitors. Enjoy the natural environment and take in stunning outlooks across the waterways in Quiet Waters Park. Explore a scenic network of bike and walking trails or take in the views from a canoe.
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Maryland Quiet Waters Park which includes a park

What to do in Annapolis

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U.S. Naval Academy which includes heritage architecture, military items and interior views

U.S. Naval Academy

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See where future generations of Navy and Marine Corps officers are trained at this historic federal service academy within a former fort in Annapolis harbor.

U.S. Naval Academy
Chesapeake Bay Bridge

Chesapeake Bay Bridge

Attempt the nerve-racking drive across this long and notoriously scary bridge, which provides fabulous views of Chesapeake Bay for passengers.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge
Sandy Point State Park

Sandy Point State Park

Sunbathe on the beach, enjoy unrivaled views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and go hiking, swimming, fishing and boating in this vast park.

Sandy Point State Park
Maryland State House showing an administrative building and heritage architecture

Maryland State House

Appreciate the superb architecture and fascinating history of America’s first peacetime capitol and the oldest state capitol still in legislative use.

Maryland State House
Maryland Quiet Waters Park which includes a park

Maryland Quiet Waters Park

Stroll along miles of trails through grassy parkland, hardwood forests and riverfront promenades and check out the visitor center at this pretty park.

Maryland Quiet Waters Park
William Paca House

William Paca House

Learn about the life and explore the historic home of 18th-century lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence, William Paca.

William Paca House
Thurgood Marshall Memorial

Thurgood Marshall Memorial

Remember the remarkable achievements of the first African-American Supreme Court Justice at this memorial dedicated to the civil rights advocate.

Thurgood Marshall Memorial

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium

Catch an event at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium during your trip to Annapolis. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in the area.

Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium

Annapolis City Dock

You can enjoy retail therapy at Annapolis City Dock during your trip to Annapolis. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Annapolis City Dock

Areas of Annapolis

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Historic District

While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland State House and William Paca House.

Historic District
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Eastport

While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Spa Creek.

Eastport
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Murray Hill

If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Spa Creek and Ballet Theater of Maryland are top sights worth seeing.

Murray Hill
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Admiral Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Admiral Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Maryland Hall for Creative Arts.

Admiral Heights
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Cape Saint Claire

Though Cape Saint Claire may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sandy Point State Park and Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

Cape Saint Claire
Maryland Quiet Waters Park showing a garden and a house

Hillsmere

While visiting Hillsmere, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Great Frogs Winery.

Hillsmere