Annapolis Tourist Attractions and Sightseeing

(Annapolis, Maryland - MD, USA)



The city of Annapolis was the first peacetime capital of the United States and contains many exceptional tourist attractions. Annapolis was frequently visited by the likes of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, who came for the diverse artistic, cultural and intellectual life that gave Annapolis the nickname 'Athens of America'.

Many of the tourist attractions in Annapolis are centered on the city's rich history, be it colonial, revolutionary or maritime.



Maryland State House

Address: 91 State Circle, Annapolis, Maryland (MD), 21401-1904, USA
Tel: +1 410 974 3400
The Maryland State House in Annapolis holds the distinction of being the oldest American state capitol in continuous legislative use. The state lawmakers of Maryland still do their work in the same place where the document ending the American Revolution was ratified. Maryland State House's wooden dome is the largest of its kind in the US.
Open hours: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00
Admission: free

The Barracks

Address: 43 Pinkney Street, Annapolis, Maryland (MD), 21401-1717, USA
Tel: +1 410 263 8550
This is a well-preserved barracks that housed soldiers during the American Revolution. The furniture and other fixtures provide an excellent insight into the hardships faced by soldiers during that period. There is also a good collection of antique weapons housed here.
Open hours: tours by appointment
Admission: charge

United States Naval Academy

Address: 121 Blake Road Annapolis, Maryland (MD), 21402-5000, USA
Tel: +1 410 263 6933
This 338-acre / 137-hectare complex was established in 1845 in order to train America's naval officers. It is located just northeast of the city center. The Academy features a visitors' center and museum, as well as the crypt of American Revolutionary hero John Paul Jones and the popular Class of 1951 Gallery of Ships. Guided tours are available through private companies and also through the Academy itself. Be aware that access is sometimes limited due to security concerns.
Open hours: daily, January and February - 09:00 to 16:00; March to December - 09:00 to 17:00
Admission: discounts for children, students and seniors

Three Centuries Tours

Address: 48 Maryland Avenue, Annapolis, Maryland (MD), 21401-1673, USA
Tel: +1 410 263 5401
Guides dressed in period costumes lead entertaining and informative tours through historic downtown Annapolis. The tour is a great way to see many of the historic sites in Annapolis and gain some insight into their importance.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

William Paca House and Garden

Address: 186 Prince George Street, Annapolis, Maryland (MD), 21401-1724, USA
Tel: +1 410 263 5553
This Annapolis landmark is one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in the United States. The gorgeous pleasure garden covers two acres and includes lovely paths amid vibrant fauna, as well as a fish pond. The house itself was built in 1760 by William Paca, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and has been restored to its former glory by the Historic Annapolis Foundation. William Paca House features a re-creation of an authentic 18th-century sick room, including several antique medical instruments.
Open hours: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 16:00, Sunday - 12:00 to 16:00
Admission: charge, discounts for children