Historic District Travel Guide
Annapolis
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Thurgood Marshall Memorial
Remember the remarkable achievements of the first African-American Supreme Court Justice at this memorial dedicated to the civil rights advocate.
Ego Alley
Explore the waterfront in Annapolis with a trip to Ego Alley. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Hammond-Harwood House
Explore the well-preserved interior of this 18th-century residence, which features antique furniture, period décor and prized paintings by Charles Willson Peale.
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.
Things to do
Annapolis: Historical Treasures of the City with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Annapolis Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views
Top hotels in Historic District
Historic Inns of Annapolis
Great place to stay!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Annapolis Waterfront Hotel, Autograph Collection
Brittnay was very helpful during our check-in.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Breakfast was ok, not a lot of options, Check in was easy and hassle free. Hotel is always clean and comfortable to stay.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport by IHG
Super friendly staff, super easy check in and follow up by staff to see if room met expectations. I have stayed at this location several times and will continue.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Sonesta ES Suites Baltimore BWI Airport
I came for the Army/Navy game. Had a great experience overall. The staff was very friendly; room was clean; breakfast was nice and healthy. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
Excellent experience. They didn’t miss a thing. Will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic District
Murray Hill
If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Spa Creek and Ballet Theater of Maryland are top sights worth seeing.
Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.
West Annapolis
While West Annapolis isn't home to many top sights, Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Thurgood Marshall Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
Homewood
While there might not be top attractions in Homewood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maryland Hall for Creative Arts and Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
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.
Hunt Meadows
While Hunt Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Bay Bridge Market Place Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
