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Things to see in Annapolis, Maryland (United States): 25 places and when to go
Annapolis, Maryland is a town in United States with around 81,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly History (6), Nature (5), Wildlife (5). The best known are United States Naval Academy, Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Thomas Point Shoal Light. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 17. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 38.9783, -76.4925
- Population
- About 81,000
- Places
- 25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (6) · Nature (5) · Wildlife (5) · Architecture (4) · Food and drink (3) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 275 km as the crow flies
What to see in Annapolis, Maryland
The places in and around Annapolis, Maryland, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- United States Naval AcademyU.S. Navy federal service academy in the Annapolis, Maryland area883 m
- Chesapeake Bay BridgeMajor dual-span bridge in the U.S. state of Maryland, spanning the Chesapeake Bay11 km
- Thomas Point Shoal LightLighthouse in Maryland, United States10 km
- Baltimore Harbor LightLighthouse in Maryland, United States12 km
- Generals Highway Corridor ParkPark in Maryland, United States of America, United States of America9.3 km
- Herring BayBay on western Chesapeake Bay Maryland, United States25 km
- Matapeake State ParkState park on Kent Island in Queen Anne's County, Maryland12 km
- Naval Academy ChapelHouse of worship of the United States Naval Academy657 m
- United States Naval Academy MuseumAmerican museum676 m
- Paca House and GardenHistoric house in Maryland, United States482 m
- St. Margaret's Episcopal ChurchChurch in Ann Arundel County, Maryland, U.S5.4 km
- Sandy Point Shoal LightLighthouse in Maryland, United States10 km
- Smithsonian Environmental Research CenterEnvironmental research and educational facility operated by the Smithsonian Institution12 km
- Captain Avery MuseumArchive organization in Shady Side, United States14 km
- Maryland Renaissance FestivalLocated in Crownsville, Maryland8.3 km
- Stevensville BankBuilding in Maryland, United States of America15 km
- ADT - Maryland - Seg 2Hiking14 km
- Cult Classic BrewingBrewery17 km
- Forward BrewingBrewery1.2 km
- Great FrogsWinery4.3 km
- Historic London Town and GardensArchaeological site in Edgewater, Maryland, United States6.0 km
- M60 tankAmerican second generation main battle tank3.6 km
- Marshy PointReef8.1 km
- Thomas Point ShoalReef9.5 km
And the other 1, by what you come to do:
- With kids: Wild Kid Acres
When to go to Annapolis, Maryland
The best time to visit Annapolis, Maryland is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:33
- FebPossible10:32
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time13:02
- MayBest time14:08
- JunBest time14:43
- JulBest time14:29
- AugBest time13:32
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:57
- NovPossible9:50
- DecPossible9:17
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 17. In June, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Annapolis, Maryland
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 275 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Mount Holly6 places22 km
- Upper Marlboro8 places28 km
- Annapolis Junction17 places29 km
- Queenstown6 places36 km
- Baltimore51 places38 km
- Washington, D.C.48 places46 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Annapolis, Maryland?
The best known: United States Naval Academy, Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Thomas Point Shoal Light, Baltimore Harbor Light, Generals Highway Corridor Park. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Annapolis, Maryland?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 14 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 17.
How do you get to Annapolis, Maryland?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 275 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Annapolis, Maryland as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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