West Annapolis Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
U.S. Naval Academy
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.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
Attempt the nerve-racking drive across this long and notoriously scary bridge, which provides fabulous views of Chesapeake Bay for passengers.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views
Top hotels in West Annapolis
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Breakfast was fresh, parking was easy. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport
Room was clean, Restaurant's was okay Food quality wise and service. Front desk staff short and talking about personal issues instead of dealing with guests in a professional manner. Very impatient, I had an issue w my reservation.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Aloft BWI Baltimore Washington International Airport
Nice hotel and staff
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Hotel at Arundel Preserve
Parking sucks
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Graduate by Hilton Annapolis
Outstanding
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Parking was tight and hard to find a spot. Did not know long stay parking was extra fee and could not purchase at time if stay. Was told it was because of booking through a third party website. Rooms were ok for a quick stay but there was a lot of noise from outside and parking lot late at ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Annapolis
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.
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland State House and William Paca House.
Murray Hill
If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Ballet Theater of Maryland and Spa Creek are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Winchester-on-the-Severn
While there might not be top attractions in Winchester-on-the-Severn, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Hammond-Harwood House.
Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.
