Carys & Dan
Things To Do
Brunch
If you are looking to enjoy a good brunch, some local recommendations include: Iron Rooster (https://iron-rooster.mailchimpsites.com/) Miss Shirley's (http://www.missshirleys.com/home) Light House Bistro (https://www.lighthousebistro.org/) Boatyard Bar & Grill (https://www.boatyardbarandgrill.com/) Preserve (http://preserve-eats.com/)
Sandy Point State Park
Enjoy a day at the beach at Sandy Point State Park, a mile-long public beach not far from downtown Annapolis. Test the waters and enjoy some late summer sun!
United States Naval Academy
Take a tour of the beautiful grounds of the Naval Academy (COVID-pending, check website for details). For football fans, there will also be a Navy football game on Saturday, September 4 (another reason to book your accommodation early). You may be able to get tickets!
Cantler's Riverside Inn
For the true Maryland crab picking experience, try Cantler's!
Maryland State House
Take a tour of the Maryland State House! It is the oldest state house in the country that’s still in legislative use, and is historic not only because it was America’s capital for nearly a year in 1783-1784, but also because several nationally important events happened there. The Maryland State House is the place where George Washington resigned as commander in chief of the Continental Army and where the Treaty of Paris was ratified.
Guinness Open Gate Brewery
The only Guinness brewery in North America, Open Gate has a fun outdoor beer garden, including lawn games, great pub food, and of course the beer that made it famous. While not directly in Annapolis, it is not far, and on the way from BWI if you are looking to stretch your legs and whet your whistle post- (or pre-) flight!
First Sunday Arts Festival
If you're looking for some pre-wedding entertainment, every first Sunday (including September 5), 100 local artists, crafters, and performers set up shop along the first block of West St and Calvert St for the free First Sunday Arts Festival.
Schooner Woodwind Sailing Cruises
Cruise around the city by boat! Schooner offers 2-hour sightseeing sails. There are a lot of other good boating options in Annapolis if you want to enjoy a day on the water: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g29494-Activities-c55-Annapolis_Maryland.html
Annapolis Ice Cream Company
A visit to Annapolis is not complete with a visit to the Annapolis Ice Cream Company. Made fresh at the shop almost every day, the ice cream here is some of the best you’ll find anywhere.