Things to Do

Visiting Annapolis for our wedding? Here are some of our favorite local spots and activities to check out during your stay!

First Date Adventures

💕 Our First Date!

Fox's Den

Where it all started with pizza! Casual spot with great food and atmosphere.

131 West Street, Annapolis, MD

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💕 Our First Date!

KaChunk

Record shopping paradise - we spent hours here browsing vinyl on our first date!

46 State Circle, Annapolis, MD

💕 Our First Date!

Annapolis Ice Cream Company

Sweet ending to our first date with homemade ice cream.

196 West Street, Annapolis, MD

💕 Our First Date!

Middleton Tavern

Historic tavern where we had our first drinks together.

2 Market Space, Annapolis, MD

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Restaurants

Preserve

Upscale American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients

12 West Street, Annapolis, MD

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Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge

Contemporary dining with great cocktails

169 West Street, Annapolis, MD

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Miss Shirley's Cafe

Famous brunch spot - try the stuffed French toast!

1 Park Place, Annapolis, MD

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Sofi's Crepes

Sweet and savory french crêpes

1 Craig St, Annapolis, MD

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Old Fox Books and Coffeehouse

Cozy bookstore cafe perfect for a quiet coffee

30 Market Space, Annapolis, MD

Attractions

U.S. Naval Academy

Historic campus tours and beautiful grounds

121 Blake Road, Annapolis, MD

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Quiet Waters Park

Beautiful waterfront park with walking trails and galleries

600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis, MD

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Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake

Fun family activity for guests with kids!

311 Third Street, Annapolis, MD

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Smithsonian Museums

World-class museums just an hour away in Washington, DC

Washington, DC

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Shopping

Main Street & Maryland Avenue

Historic downtown shopping district with unique boutiques

Main Street & Maryland Avenue, Annapolis, MD

Third Eye Comics and Games

Local comic book and game store

15 Annapolis Street, Annapolis, MD

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Pennsylvania Dutch Farmers Market

Fresh produce, baked goods, and local specialties

2472 Solomons Island Road, Annapolis, MD

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Activity Locations

Local Tips

  • Historic downtown Annapolis is very walkable - perfect for exploring between activities
  • The Naval Academy offers free self-guided tours during the day
  • For the best waterfront views, head to the harbor area and City Dock
  • Most downtown restaurants don't require reservations, but call ahead for weekend dinners
  • Street parking downtown can be limited - consider walking from your hotel