Annapolis- the Sailing Capital of America has quite a lot of history attached to its name. Being home to some of the structures that have earned a page of two in history books- Annapolis attracts a lot of tourists every year. History buffs love this location for there is no shortage of interests here, Annapolis is a mix of historic attractions and water-fueled activities. For instance, on the same day, you could tour the 19th-century St. Anne’s Church, take a sailing lesson, compare yachts on Ego Alley and chow down on steamed crabs at any number of area restaurants. Simply meandering the wonderfully preserved Historic Annapolis is another popular pastime. Let us have a look at the top of Best Things to Do in Annapolis- Fun in Charming Annapolis, Maryland.
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Explore the house of William Paca
Built-in the Georgian style, this house is extremely alluring. The construction of the house dates back to the 1700s, but it was in the 1900s that the house was closed, and in its place- a hotel came into being. It quickly became one of the most luxurious and popular hotels in all of America. But, the government decided that such a treasure should not be wasted, and so the hotel was closed.
The site was renovated to its former glory and was made open to the public so that they could take a look and gaze at its marvelous state.
Visit the Hammond-Harwood House
Do you want to look at some fine architecture now? Well, this particular piece has been ranked as one of the best in all of Maryland. Hammond-Harwood House is a fine example of colonial-style architecture.
One of the finest historic houses you will ever get to see in your life. Not only is the house intricately detailed, but the items are also quite vintage and some of the most expensive stuff in all of the States. The carvings will remind you of the works of colonial times. Also, there are some state-of-the-art paintings hung on the walls that will quite blow your mind away. For a grand evening, do check out this historic treasure.
Annapolis Maritime Museum
The Annapolis Maritime Museum is located on the shores of Back Creek in the last oyster packing plant to operate in Annapolis. It highlights the history of boat building and the local oyster industry through a collection of artifacts and documents and also teaches visitors about the ecosystem of an oyster reef in its 850-gallon aquarium. Additional exhibits look at local maritime history and how it influenced the area culturally and economically. Tourists can also take a look at actual oyster boats, including the Miss Lonesome, which features cutaway sections to reveal its construction, and the 1940 Wilma Lee, which can be toured with a guide.
Visit Maryland World War ll Memorial
Secundino Fernandez was the brilliant architect who planned out this entire memorial design and let us tell you how intricately beautifully designed it is. This is quite a new one and was put up in 1998, paying respect to all those who lost their lives in the second world war.
If you count, you will easily find marvelous granite pillars- all 48 of them. You will also see the names of all of the brave-hearted 6,454 residents of the state of Maryland who fought till their last breath. There is a lot of engraving where you can read in detail about the war- its timeline and how they lost their lives, It is a nostalgic place where you get to know a lot about the war like never before.
Stay at Waterfront hotel
Although it’s hard to believe in a place as attractive as Annapolis, the city only has one waterfront hotel—the appropriately-named Annapolis Waterfront Hotel. Part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, the hotel brings touches of elegance to an already serene location right along the harbor.
Upstairs, the rooms at Annapolis Waterfront Hotel are inspired sophisticatedly by the setting on the water and have beautiful views of downtown or Spa Creek. Downstairs is Pussers Caribbean Grille, an outpost of the popular restaurant and bar that made its name far south of here in the British Virgin Islands.
The combination of style and relaxation gives you the best the city has to offer. It’s hard to beat curling up in a comfy chair with a fruity cocktail in-hand while watching the dance of the sailboats and yachts coming in and out of the harbor.
