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Sightseeing
This park is at the entrance of Hillsmere Shores and boasts a dog Park, Ice Rink (winter), playground, picnic areas, trails, regular events in the Summer and more!
126 locals recommend
Quiet Waters Park
600 Quiet Waters Park RdThis park is at the entrance of Hillsmere Shores and boasts a dog Park, Ice Rink (winter), playground, picnic areas, trails, regular events in the Summer and more!
Even if you have no association with the Naval Academy, there's still things to see and do! Head into the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center and they will be more than happy to guide you to the museum, chapel, or other sites.
140 locals recommend
Naval Academy
Even if you have no association with the Naval Academy, there's still things to see and do! Head into the Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center and they will be more than happy to guide you to the museum, chapel, or other sites.
Love this place! Plan to spend at least two hours here, maybe a little more if you are going to be diligent in your 'mission'!
231 locals recommend
International Spy Museum
700 L'Enfant Plaza SWLove this place! Plan to spend at least two hours here, maybe a little more if you are going to be diligent in your 'mission'!
Yes, this is the roundabout, around the church! But a common landmark and historical area. Though Annapolis is pretty historic by default.
Church Circle
Church CircleYes, this is the roundabout, around the church! But a common landmark and historical area. Though Annapolis is pretty historic by default.
Another great spot not too far away. It has an aquarium, ships to tour, and lots of food and drink selections.
534 locals recommend
Inner Harbor
Another great spot not too far away. It has an aquarium, ships to tour, and lots of food and drink selections.
Historic house once belonging to Declaration of Independence signer in Annapolis. Guided tours only and I think that the bulk of the items inside are replicas.
51 locals recommend
William Paca House & Garden
186 Prince George StHistoric house once belonging to Declaration of Independence signer in Annapolis. Guided tours only and I think that the bulk of the items inside are replicas.
Beautiful park open to public. Right out of Hillsmere and right on Arundel on the Bay, keep right on Thomas Point Rd.
12 locals recommend
Thomas Point Park
3890 Thomas Point RdBeautiful park open to public. Right out of Hillsmere and right on Arundel on the Bay, keep right on Thomas Point Rd.
Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
550 Taylor AveTake in a game!
St. John's College
60 College AveBeautiful historic campus in downtown Annapolis.
Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park
723 Second StNeighborhoods
This is where you are! A quiet, older neighborhood nestled between Duvall Creek and Quiet Waters Park; your are about 3 miles away from historic downtown Annapolis (and Naval Academy)
https://hillsmereshores.org/
Hillsmere Shores
This is where you are! A quiet, older neighborhood nestled between Duvall Creek and Quiet Waters Park; your are about 3 miles away from historic downtown Annapolis (and Naval Academy)
https://hillsmereshores.org/
Historic District. Many of these row houses are under strict historical guidelines for rehab. As you walk around, the brick foundry was one of the first businesses in Annapolis and look and see if you can tell the difference in the ages brick!?
8 locals recommend
Main Street
Main StreetHistoric District. Many of these row houses are under strict historical guidelines for rehab. As you walk around, the brick foundry was one of the first businesses in Annapolis and look and see if you can tell the difference in the ages brick!?
Eastport is full of great local restaurants and bars. Some favorites include Carol's Creek, The Boatyard, and Davis's Pub.
34 locals recommend
Eastport
Eastport is full of great local restaurants and bars. Some favorites include Carol's Creek, The Boatyard, and Davis's Pub.
Food scene
Federal House Bar
22 Market SpaceI know they have a great Fish & Chips and a cask ale!
Great little breakfast spot and it's literally just around the corner.
23 locals recommend
Grump's Cafe
117 Hillsmere DrGreat little breakfast spot and it's literally just around the corner.
Great spot for breakfast, comfort food, and dessert. I have been confused ever since the name changed to Main & Market, as there is no 'Main' and no 'Market'? :)
15 locals recommend
Main & Market
914 Bay Ridge RdGreat spot for breakfast, comfort food, and dessert. I have been confused ever since the name changed to Main & Market, as there is no 'Main' and no 'Market'? :)
This is a different breakfast place that is distinctly Annapolis. My wife and friends love this place. I prefer my breakfast plain and simple, but it is great food!
53 locals recommend
Miss Shirley's Cafe, Annapolis
1 Park PlThis is a different breakfast place that is distinctly Annapolis. My wife and friends love this place. I prefer my breakfast plain and simple, but it is great food!
MISSION BBQ
142 Dock StGreat BBQ, and there's also another location at the City Dock.
This place was always a favorite for guests because of the convenience, the food, and the view is okay. My wife often used Yellowfin for entertainment of her clients.
22 locals recommend
Yellowfin Steak & Fish House
2840 Solomons Island RdThis place was always a favorite for guests because of the convenience, the food, and the view is okay. My wife often used Yellowfin for entertainment of her clients.
Haven't been here in a while. This is a small plates tapas place with a definite Southern Flavor. (In Georgia, we just called this dinner, but never in such small portions.)
7 locals recommend
Soul
509 S Cherry Grove AveHaven't been here in a while. This is a small plates tapas place with a definite Southern Flavor. (In Georgia, we just called this dinner, but never in such small portions.)
Neo Pizza
220 Harker PlaceGreat beer and pizza! Terrific vegan options as well.
Local pizza place with NY style and Sicilian. Great option if you want delivery.
9 locals recommend
Rocco's Pizzeria
954 Bay Ridge RdLocal pizza place with NY style and Sicilian. Great option if you want delivery.
Great little taqueria that is just around the corner by the 'Bark n Bean' (if you need to have your pet washed)
Mexican Food Taqueria Juquilita
126 Hillsmere DriveGreat little taqueria that is just around the corner by the 'Bark n Bean' (if you need to have your pet washed)
I would stop in for a drink and a view at a minimum.
'Middleton Tavern was host to a galaxy of the nation's most revered leaders during the period following the American Revolution. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin were numbered among its prominent patrons.'
34 locals recommend
Middleton Tavern
2 Market SpaceI would stop in for a drink and a view at a minimum.
'Middleton Tavern was host to a galaxy of the nation's most revered leaders during the period following the American Revolution. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin were numbered among its prominent patrons.'
Great Oysters! Just across from Middleton downtown.
47 locals recommend
McGarvey's Saloon & Oyster Bar
8 Market SpaceGreat Oysters! Just across from Middleton downtown.
Great little spot to start or end a day in downtown Annapolis. Great views and the Rockfish is usually perfect! I also highly recommend their crab dip.
81 locals recommend
Carrol's Creek Cafe
410 Severn AveGreat little spot to start or end a day in downtown Annapolis. Great views and the Rockfish is usually perfect! I also highly recommend their crab dip.
This place has been around for a while and has great food and good service, though my experiences are limited.
60 locals recommend
Chick & Ruth's Delly
165 Main StThis place has been around for a while and has great food and good service, though my experiences are limited.
DRY 85
193 B Main StYet another downtown treasure. Speak Easy with GREAT food.
Royal Karma
302 Truman ParkwayOur favorite Indian Food spot! Get it spicy, but you have to ask properly!
PHO 5UP ANNAPOLIS
2625 Riva RdGreat Pho! Close to old offices for wife, so this was a local favorite of ours.
Bahn Mi! They have great food options here and the papaya salad is GREAT!
6 locals recommend
Saigon Palace
10 Mayo RdBahn Mi! They have great food options here and the papaya salad is GREAT!
This is one of our favorites as just behind this shop there is parking, there is also parking (off hours) at the bank as well. Great spot to start your annapolis tour.
22 locals recommend
49 West Coffeehouse, Winebar & Gallery
49 West StThis is one of our favorites as just behind this shop there is parking, there is also parking (off hours) at the bank as well. Great spot to start your annapolis tour.
great coffee! A favorite of mine! I found this place years ago when working at Microsoft and it has been my mainstay for coffee when I am on that side. (close to Home Depot, so I have been on 'that side' a lot)
7 locals recommend
Ceremony Coffee Roasters - Riva
2329 Forest Drgreat coffee! A favorite of mine! I found this place years ago when working at Microsoft and it has been my mainstay for coffee when I am on that side. (close to Home Depot, so I have been on 'that side' a lot)
Fresh fish, fresh oysters, great fried food for pickup, and yes, they have crabmeat for your cakes!
6 locals recommend
Annapolis Seafood Markets
1300 Forest DrFresh fish, fresh oysters, great fried food for pickup, and yes, they have crabmeat for your cakes!
The Fresh Market
838 Dulaney Valley RdGrocery Store Sushi? Just yes.
Joss Café & Sushi Bar
195 Main StGreat sushi downtown!
Our favorite Sushi because of the big ole pieces. Oh, and it's good.
Ziki Japanese Steakhouse - Annapolis
1906 Towne Centre BlvdOur favorite Sushi because of the big ole pieces. Oh, and it's good.
Great Eastport bar! Baltimore Shrimp, beer and great company at another friendly neighborhood bar.!
95 locals recommend
Davis's Pub
400 Chester AveGreat Eastport bar! Baltimore Shrimp, beer and great company at another friendly neighborhood bar.!
Great local venue for music in a cozy atmosphere with food. See some of your historical greats in their denouement!
109 locals recommend
Rams Head Tavern Annapolis
33 West StGreat local venue for music in a cozy atmosphere with food. See some of your historical greats in their denouement!
This is also just around the corner. I have only had the tacos here. They are GREAT!
8 locals recommend
Caliente Grill
907 Bay Ridge RdThis is also just around the corner. I have only had the tacos here. They are GREAT!
Toro Toro
1300 I St NWGreat Tapas downtown DC and they have late night dancing. (SkyliteDC)
Acme Bar & Grill
163 Main Stgreat downtown favorite
Latino with an extensive menu. My contractor was originally from El Salvador and this was his favorite.
El Cabrito Mexican Grill
1407 Forest DrLatino with an extensive menu. My contractor was originally from El Salvador and this was his favorite.
Lewnes' Steakhouse
401 Fourth StThey'll Pittsburgh yer steak fer ya!
Now called Dark Horse Tavern, and is a great little neighborhood bar with friendly folk and a great place to unwind that is just around the corner. (I hear the burger is the best! I have not tried, but the food is okay.)
Ebb Tide Ice
985 Bay Ridge RoadNow called Dark Horse Tavern, and is a great little neighborhood bar with friendly folk and a great place to unwind that is just around the corner. (I hear the burger is the best! I have not tried, but the food is okay.)
Vin 909 Winecafe
909 Bay Ridge AveThis is a great place for wine and pizza!
Another little Annapolis treasure, and they have parking! Excellent crab cakes and the sweet potato fries are perfection.
127 locals recommend
Boatyard Bar & Grill
400 Fourth StAnother little Annapolis treasure, and they have parking! Excellent crab cakes and the sweet potato fries are perfection.
This is a nicer dining experience with great food. Don't let the store front fool you.
19 locals recommend
Jalapenos
85 Forest DrThis is a nicer dining experience with great food. Don't let the store front fool you.
Fresh bread? But, of course! On Saturday they have a garlic and cheddar loaf. Get there early, they go fast.
7 locals recommend
Great Harvest Bread Company
208 Ridgely AveFresh bread? But, of course! On Saturday they have a garlic and cheddar loaf. Get there early, they go fast.
Great food, and again, don't let the outside fool ya. The Ropa Vieja will melt in your mouth.
13 locals recommend
Sin Fronteras
2129 Forest DrGreat food, and again, don't let the outside fool ya. The Ropa Vieja will melt in your mouth.
Café Normandie
185 Main StFrench cuisine, great location, and not too terribly expensive.
My wife used this for client dinners, and she loved it. Sadly, we have never gone together.
68 locals recommend
Chart House
300 Second StMy wife used this for client dinners, and she loved it. Sadly, we have never gone together.
Used to be 'Coconut Joe's and atmosphere is very laid back with nice water views and good food and drink.
25 locals recommend
The Pier Oyster Bar
48 S River Road SouthUsed to be 'Coconut Joe's and atmosphere is very laid back with nice water views and good food and drink.
Lemongrass
167 West StGood Thai option!
Haven't been here in almost a decade. Not that it isn't great, but I think we usually opt for Carroll's Creek for parking and the beautiful walk across the bridge
18 locals recommend
Pusser's Caribbean Grille
80 Compromise StreetHaven't been here in almost a decade. Not that it isn't great, but I think we usually opt for Carroll's Creek for parking and the beautiful walk across the bridge
Kent Narrows
Just across the Bay Bridge with lots of waterside restaurants and open air to enjoy.
This is one of the oldest buildings in Annapolis. The food is great and is the wife's 'go to' for afternoon tea. I suggest reservations as it's usually booked.
26 locals recommend
Reynolds Tavern and 1747 Pub
7 Church CirThis is one of the oldest buildings in Annapolis. The food is great and is the wife's 'go to' for afternoon tea. I suggest reservations as it's usually booked.
This is a nice tapas place on West Street in Downtown Annapolis. Great cocktails too!
59 locals recommend
Level a small plates lounge
69 West StThis is a nice tapas place on West Street in Downtown Annapolis. Great cocktails too!
True Food is delicious. Their menu changes seasonally based on local availability. Great vegan options.
True Food Kitchen - Coming Soon
1906 Towne Centre BoulevardTrue Food is delicious. Their menu changes seasonally based on local availability. Great vegan options.
Fantastic little bakery in Eastport. Their scones and croissants are divine. You may want to order online the night before, the line in the morning can stretch around the block.
54 locals recommend
Bakers & Co.
618 Chesapeake AveFantastic little bakery in Eastport. Their scones and croissants are divine. You may want to order online the night before, the line in the morning can stretch around the block.
Cantler's Riverside Inn
458 Forest Beach RdClassic place for fresh Maryland crabs on the water.
Mike's Restaurant & Crabhouse
3030 Riva RdAnother great place for crabs and water views.
Severn Inn
1993 Baltimore Annapolis BlvdSevern Inn is known for its phenomenal Sunday brunches on the water.
City/town information
Only a few miles away from our Nation's Capital and all that D.C. has to offer. Be sure to search regarding museums, going up in the Monument, checking out Lincoln memorial and reflection pool, food and entertainment.
118 locals recommend
Washington
Only a few miles away from our Nation's Capital and all that D.C. has to offer. Be sure to search regarding museums, going up in the Monument, checking out Lincoln memorial and reflection pool, food and entertainment.