Annapolis Local History

Origionally named Anne Arundel Town in honour of Princess Anne, Annapolis was founded by Puritains in 1649. The original town was built on the northern shore of the Seven River but by 1670 the settlement on the south side was much larger and it became the capital of the whole colony.

Annapolis Attractions

Top Attractions

Annapolis Shopping

America is famous for its amazing shopping malls where you can buy anything under one roof. The Annapolis Harbour Centre has over 50 retail stores selling everything from furniture to food. Arundel Mills is one of Marylands ultimate shopping destinations with chain and theme stores and speciality manufacturers.

Als visit the over 175 stores at Westfield Shopping Town Annapolis, the mall also features 11 screen cinema complex and delicious restaurants.

Annapolis Activities

Passport Voyages of Discovery - a virtual reality movie ride transporting passengers through space, time and the ocean.

Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament - an extravagent feast set in an 11th century style castle in the Middle Ages. Experience the excitement of exquisite horsemanship, Medieval jousting, pageantry and a delicious feast.

Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake - let the kids get their faces painted, dress up in pirate clothes and fire water cannons on board this pirate cruise, while you sit back and enjoy the views.

Annapolis Parks & Gardens

The Ark of Anne Arundel - relax or play amongst the wildlife and stroll through the beautiful garden.

Truxton Park - this 70 acre wooded park has picnic areas, playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, swimming pool, fishing and ball fields.

Annapolis Restaurants and Bars

Annapolis Restaurants

Treaty of Paris Restaurant - 16 Church circle. Including the Drummers Lot Pub and The King of France Tavern where you can listen to live jazz. The 18th century restaurant serves very good food.

Skippers Pier - 6158 Drum Point Road. Perfect for the whole family with a childrens play area, Dock Bar offers great views of Chesapeake Bay. Skippers specialises in Hard Blue Crabs, crab cakes, soups and fresh seafood.

Red Hot and Blue Restaurant - 200 Old Mill Bottom Road. Specialising in the best Memphis style barbecue. Ribs, pork and chicken is smoked slowly over hickory wood until it is so soft that it literally falls off the bone.

Old Country Buffet - Forest Plaza. 81A Forest Drive. An amazing buffet spread of meats, salads, vegetables, fruits and desserts with true old fashioned hospitality.

The Pony Espresso - 31 West Street. The citys origional espresso bar and coffe shop serving mouth watering baked sweet and savoury goods and the best capuccino, lattes and espressos.

Annapolis Bars & Clubs

Castle Bay Irish Pub - 193A Main Street. Serving an outstanding selection of beers including the house brew, Three Nuns Ale, and Guinness. There is live entertainment and a warm friendly atmosphere.

Calypso Bay - 421 Deale Road. A full sports bar, lounge, restaurant and tikki bar all with an authentic Caribbean flavour.

Rams Head Tavern and Fordham Brewing Co - 33 West Street. A fantastic English style pub that offers a micro-brewery, casual dining and live entertainment.