Downs on the Severn Travel Guide
Annapolis
Visit Downs on the Severn
Popular places to visit
U.S. Naval Academy
See where future generations of Navy and Marine Corps officers are trained at this historic federal service academy within a former fort in Annapolis harbor.
Sandy Point State Park
Sunbathe on the beach, enjoy unrivaled views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and go hiking, swimming, fishing and boating in this vast park.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
Attempt the nerve-racking drive across this long and notoriously scary bridge, which provides fabulous views of Chesapeake Bay for passengers.
Maryland State House
Appreciate the superb architecture and fascinating history of America’s first peacetime capitol and the oldest state capitol still in legislative use.
Maryland Quiet Waters Park
Stroll along miles of trails through grassy parkland, hardwood forests and riverfront promenades and check out the visitor center at this pretty park.
William Paca House
Learn about the life and explore the historic home of 18th-century lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence, William Paca.
Top hotels in Downs on the Severn
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
"Great staff, Clean Room great staff"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport by IHG
"Staff was very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good and convenient."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Baltimore BWI Airport
"I love two bed room suites, but the cleaning need some work. Love the staff they are the best house keeping need a lot of help"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Historic Inns of Annapolis
"The property is in a great location. Plenty to do in the area without having to drive. Unfortunately the staff are less than helpful. We checked out at 11am. At 12 noon, we realized we left a bag hanging from the bathroom door. Called, staff said they wou look into it. Took down my number and address. ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham DC Metro Capital Beltway
"I never stayed there I called to cancel my reservation while traveling on 95 north because we wanted to go father north right after i made it. The phone number on the reservation desk was out of order, the other number to the manager i left a voicemail no one called me back They really don’t care ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
"The only complaint I had was consistently bad Internet connection. Everything else was very good."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downs on the Severn
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland State House and William Paca House.
Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.
Murray Hill
If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Spa Creek and Ballet Theater of Maryland are top sights worth seeing.
Cape Saint Claire
While visiting Cape Saint Claire, you might make a stop by sights like Northern Chesapeake Bay and Chesapeake Bay.
Hillsmere
While visiting Hillsmere, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Great Frogs Winery.
