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Annapolis,
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Annapolis
is the Maryland state capitol. It is also one of Maryland's most
popular tourist destinations. You will find fine original art and
crafts in many galleries in the shadows of the State House. This
is also the home of the U.S. Naval Academy. |
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Location
On
the west side of the Chesapeake Bay
U.S.50 and U.S.301
MapQuest
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Population
About
37,000
Museums and historic sites
Annapolis
Maritime Museum
The Barracks
Charles Carroll House
Chesapeake Children's Museum
(low
admission fee) 410-990-1993
(Summer: Open daily 10:00 am - 5:00 pm)
www.TheCCM.org
Government House
Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial
Maryland State Archives
Old Treasury Building
Shiplap House
St. John's College
The Hammond-Harwood House (Colonial)
(low
admission
fee) 410-263-4683
(April-October:
Wednesday-Sunday noon-5:00 pm)
www.HammondHarwoodHouse.org
Other features
Antique shops (many)
Art galleries (several)
Bed and breakfast inns (many)
Boutiques (many)
Cafes and restaurants (many)
Campgrounds and RV parks nearby
Check
Woodall's guide
Eclectic shops (several)
Fine crafts and collectibles shops (several)
Gourmet coffee shops
Hotels and vacation rentals in this area
Marinas
Scenic harbor (tours)
Theatres (live performances) (several)
Tourist
map
U.S. Naval Academy (tours)
Visitor Information Center
Walking tour of historic district
Waterfront
Hours
Many shops open 7 days a week.
Visitor Information Center
Festivals
Eastport
Yacht Club's Lights Parade
(lighted
boat parade) (December)
Lights
on the Bay (lights display)
(December
- early January)
July fourth celebration (fireworks)
U.S. Sailboat Show
(October)
(several others)
Recommended stay
1-2 days
Tourist information
Tourism
www.Visit-Annapolis.org
410-268-9000 410-974-8188
City
government
www.ci.Annapolis.MD.US
www.Annapolis.gov
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