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About Annapolis
Annapolis serves as the capital of Maryland and is the only incorporated city within Anne Arundel County. Located on the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Severn River, it sits between Baltimore and Washington, D.C. The 2020 census recorded a population of 40,812.
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Naval Academy Museum
Located in Bay View Heights, the Naval Academy Museum is a public maritime museum within the United States Naval Academy. It occupies 12,000 square feet across four galleries at Preble Hall.
The museum is situated on the academy premises at Preble Hall.
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Best Hotels in Annapolis
32 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Country Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites at 2600 Housley Road offers comfortable lodging for travelers.
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Annapolis
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Annapolis is located at 210 Holiday Court.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites
The Fairfield Inn & Suites is located at 200 Taylor Avenue.
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Graduate by Hilton Annapolis
Graduate by Hilton Annapolis is a hotel located at 126 West Street.
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Historic Inns of Annapolis
Historic Inns of Annapolis at 58 State Circle offer three historically rich inns that date back to the end of the American Revolutionary War. The historic buildings include the Maryland Inn, Governor Calvert House, and Robert Johnson House, with on‑site dining at the Treaty of Paris restaurant and King of France Tavern.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites is located at 2451 Riva Road.
Best Restaurants in Annapolis
115 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Adams Grille and Taphouse
Adams Grille and Taphouse serves barbecue and American dishes in the Watergate Village neighborhood.
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Annapolis Smokehouse And Tavern
Annapolis Smokehouse And Tavern offers American and barbecue dishes in the Victor Haven neighborhood.
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Basmati Indian Restaurant
Basmati Indian Restaurant serves Indian cuisine in the Dorsey Heights neighborhood.
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Bella Italia Restaurant
Bella Italia Restaurant offers authentic Italian dishes in Lark Hill.
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Café Normandie
Café Normandie is a French cuisine restaurant located in Bay View Heights.
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Caliente Grill
Caliente Grill offers authentic Mexican dishes in the neighborhood of Victor Haven.
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Cantler's Riverside Inn
Cantler's Riverside Inn is a seafood restaurant located in Pendennis Mount.
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Carpaccio Tuscan Kitchen / Wine Bar
Carpaccio Tuscan Kitchen / Wine Bar serves Italian cuisine in Market Quay.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Annapolis
19 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Corner Cafe
Corner Cafe is a cozy coffee shop located in the Gingerville Woods neighborhood.
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Rise Up Annapolis
Rise Up Annapolis is a coffee shop located in the Parole neighborhood. It offers a variety of coffee drinks and light snacks, making it a convenient spot for work or casual meetings.
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Toastique Annapolis
Toastique Annapolis is a café located in the West Woods neighborhood.
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Baltimore Coffee and Tea Co
Baltimore Coffee and Tea Co is a coffee shop located in the Parole neighborhood.
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Bitty & Beau's Coffee
Bitty & Beau's Coffee is a café located in the New Point neighborhood that serves coffee drinks.
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Bread and Butter Kitchen
Bread and Butter Kitchen is a café located in the Eastport neighborhood.
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Ceremony Coffee Roasters
Ceremony Coffee Roasters is a café in the Homewood neighborhood that serves coffee.
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Ceremony Coffee Roasters
Ceremony Coffee Roasters is a café located in the West Woods neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Annapolis
16 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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Acme Bar & Grill
Acme Bar & Grill is an American bar located in the Bay View Heights neighborhood.
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Dark Horse
Dark Horse is a bar located in the Keys Farm neighborhood. It offers a relaxed atmosphere for drinks.
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Davis' Pub
Davis' Pub offers classic American bar fare in the Eastport neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Annapolis
16 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Annapolis Maritime Museum
Explore the history of maritime life at the Annapolis Maritime Museum in Eastport.
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Banneker-Douglass Museum of Afro-American Life and History
Banneker-Douglass Museum of Afro-American Life and History is an attraction located in the Bay View Heights neighborhood.
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Naval Academy Museum
Located in Bay View Heights, the Naval Academy Museum is a public maritime museum within the United States Naval Academy. It occupies 12,000 square feet across four galleries at Preble Hall.
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Banneker-Douglass Museum
The Banneker-Douglass Museum is an attraction in Bay View Heights. It houses exhibits on African American history and culture.
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Historic London Town and Gardens
Historic London Town and Gardens offers a glimpse of local heritage in the Oakbluff neighborhood.
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Museum of Historic Annapolis
The Museum of Historic Annapolis is located in the New Point neighborhood.
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Nancy Hammond Editions
Nancy Hammond Editions is a local attraction located in the Parole neighborhood.
Best Shops in Annapolis
96 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Annapolis Marine Art Gallery
Annapolis Marine Art Gallery is a shop located in the New Point neighborhood.
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Irish Traditions
Irish Traditions is a shop located in the New Point neighborhood.
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Kim Hovell Flagship Store
Kim Hovell Flagship Store is a shop located in New Point.
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Lisa Masson Studio Art Gallery
Lisa Masson Studio Art Gallery is a boutique shop located in Eastport, offering a curated selection of contemporary art pieces.
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Local By Design
Local By Design is a shop located in the New Point neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Annapolis
46 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Hillsmere Shores Community Beach
Hillsmere Shores Community Beach is a public beach located in the Hillsmere Shores area.
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Captain Herbe Sadler Park
Captain Herbe Sadler Park is a public green space situated at 723 Second St.
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Acton Cove Park
Acton Cove Park offers a scenic waterfront setting with walking paths and picnic areas.
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Amos Garrett Park
Amos Garrett Park offers a quiet space for visitors to relax and enjoy nature.
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