West Annapolis Travel Guide
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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.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
Attempt the nerve-racking drive across this long and notoriously scary bridge, which provides fabulous views of Chesapeake Bay for passengers.
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.
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 West Annapolis
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
I loved the they had a shuttle bus to take you to local returns in the area
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Aloft BWI Baltimore Washington International Airport
Staff was friendly and efficient. The room was spacious and clean. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Nice
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Motel 6 Laurel, DC - Washington Northeast
Maybe make sure you get one bed if it's just you!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Historic Inns of Annapolis
We loved this historic inn. Clean, well maintained, friendly staff. Great location for walking around the City.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Baltimore at BWI Airport
Breakfast was delicious. The cook really takes pride in his work. Staff at the front desk were helpful and polite. The female bartender was so pleasant treated us beautifully! However the condition of the room could have been better and some updates are needed to furniture.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Annapolis
Wardour
Though Wardour may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden.
Admiral Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Admiral Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Maryland Hall for Creative Arts.
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland State House and William Paca House.
Murray Hill
If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Spa Creek and Ballet Theater of Maryland are top sights worth seeing.
Homewood
While there might not be top attractions in Homewood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maryland Hall for Creative Arts and Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
Winchester-on-the-Severn
While there might not be top attractions in Winchester-on-the-Severn, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Maryland State House.
