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in category Activities in Annapolis Annapolis Hotels

Annapolis is a city filled with charm and history, and its hotels are no exception, as this Annapolis hotel guide amply illustrates.

As any Annapolis city guide will show, you can choose from historic inns that date from the 1700s and 1800s to modern luxury hotels. You can stay at a wide variety of historic inns and bed and breakfasts in the Annapolis’ historic downtown, some of which which date back to the 18^th century.

There also are several boutique hotels that are part of the historic inns of Annapolis that offer luxurious accommodations, such as the O’Callaghan Annapolis Hotel. These elegant staples of the Annapolis landscape all mark a noteworthy time in American history.

There is plenty to see and do in Annapolis, so continue reading this Annapolis hotel guide to learn more about this amazing city and what it has to offer.

Annapolis Restaurants

There are so many different types of Annapolis restaurants – from the elegant John Barry Restaurant and Bar , to the local favorite of Pip’s Dock Street Dogs – you’re sure to find one to satisfy any type of food you may be craving.

There is also no place that has fresher seafood than Annapolis, which you can enjoy while gazing out over a scenic waterfront view. Annapolis features world renowned blue crabs from the Chesapeake Bay, which you eat steamed, soft shell or in crab cakes.

In the downtown area, you can also find plenty of taverns to accommodate your cravings. Whatever your taste, you will find a food to satisfy it here – there are foods from around the world represented in all of Annapolis’ restaurants.

In addition to the Annapolis hotel guide, you can see a listing of Annapolis restaurants here.

If you are looking for something to do in Annapolis, just go down to the water. Annapolis is an internationally known sailing destination. Experienced sailors and boaters can rent a vessel for a day trip out on the Chesapeake or take a shorter trip on the bay on one of the many tour boats available.

With a history spanning more than 300 years however, there are also plenty of historical sights to see. Take a look at the list below to get an idea of what you can find here.

• The Maryland State House, built in 1772, is the largest legislative building in the United States that is still being used today. Many of the city’s buildings date back to the 18^th century and are on the National Register of Historic Places.
• There is St. John’s College, founded in 1696, one of the oldest colleges in the United States. About 4,000 midshipmen attend the the U.S. Naval Academy. The Banneker-Douglass Museum, named for Benjamin Banneker and Frederick Douglass, boasts a rich collection of African-American history.
• The Middleton Tavern dates back to 1750 and is one of the oldest continuously operating taverns in the country.
• The Chase-Lloyd House, a fine example of Georgian architecture, was home to one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.

When you have had enough history, there are still plenty of other things to do – you can rent your own boat, walk around historic downtown and enjoy some shopping, take a walking tour through the city, even ride the water taxi to Eastport.

There’s plenty to do in this original American city, so carve your own unique tale into the streets and have yourself a grand adventure.

Learn More—We’d Be Happy To Help

Whatever you want to do – engage American history, enjoy a relaxing vacation, take a romantic trip, or hold a corporate retreat – you will find Annapolis to be the perfect place for it.

If you want more information about things to see and do in and around Annapolis, just talk to us, and we will do our best to help you.

Give us a call today at 866-782-9624 or email us info@ocallaghanhotels-us.com to get us started on arranging your Annapolis activities. We look forward to serving you!

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