Annapolis Colonial and Maritime History Walking Tour

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step back in time on this 2-hour guided walking tour through the beautifully preserved Historic District of Annapolis, Maryland. Visit the Maryland State House, once the capitol of the United States, and explore a colonial kitchen and dining room inside a stunning Georgian mansion. Stroll past iconic landmarks including St. Anne's Parish, the Hammond-Harwood House, the Paca House, and the lively Annapolis City Dock. Hear the fascinating story of the friendly rivalry between the U.S. Naval Academy and St. John's College, two institutions that have shaped the character of this unique city. Along the way, your guide will bring everyday colonial Maryland life to vivid detail, from the merchant class to the working poor. Covering less than a mile on foot, this tour is an accessible and immersive introduction to one of America's most historic cities.

What's Included

Entrance into Maryland State House (Photo ID Required for 18+)
Expert Led 2 Hour Walking Tour by Colonial-Clad Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

All tours will start at the Visitor Center located at 26 West Street. Look for your guide in colonial gear.

End point
Annapolis Market House

The tour ends at the City Dock by the Market House.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Offering tours through the Historic District of Annapolis, Maryland's foremost colonial site and Colonial Capital of the United States in 1783-84. These walking tours feature colonial-clad guides through the historic district of Annapolis. You will go inside the Maryland State House - where General George Washington resigned his commission (Photo ID Mandatory for those 18 and over to enter the State House).

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • (Pass by)

    You will visit St. Anne's Church, a 1774 mansion, view the houses of two of our signers of the Declaration of Independence, and learn about life in Colonial Maryland.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We will learn about this historic house and visit from the outside

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A powerful tribute honoring the legacy of Kunta Kinte, the African ancestor immortalized in Alex Haley's Roots, marking the spot in Annapolis, Maryland where he arrived in America as an enslaved person in 1767.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by DC by Foot

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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