Tour Operators

Experience the preserved colonial port town of Annapolis, home of the U.S. Naval Academy, with brick-lined streets, 18th century architecture, active boat harbor, several large Georgian mansions and historic pubs.

Your tour begins as you step back in time with a tour guide dressed in colonial attire who will greet your group. During a 2 hour walking tour, you will visit the exterior of the historic mansions and learn about the distinctiveness of Georgian architecture.

You will also view the exterior and interior of the State House, the USNA grounds with interior views of the Chapel, crypt and sarcophagus of John Paul Jones. (Building interiors when available)

Your group will take a driving tour on a Discover Annapolis trolley that includes a stop at the Severn River Overlook, which provides sweeping views of the Naval Academy. The tour also takes you by the State House, Governor's residence, colonial mansions and gardens, sailboats along the waterfront, three homes of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, the City Dock, water views from three bridges, Victorian bungalows, St. Johns College and much more.

Your tour will end at the Annapolis City Dock where you will board a tour boat for a narrated tour on the water. Choose from the 40-minute or 90-minute cruises.

After your cruise, enjoy some free time in Annapolis to shop the numerous boutiques and antique shops, browse the museums and art galleries and enjoy the charm of the historic sights and spectacular waterfront of Annapolis.

Start with a tour of the beautifully restored, five-part Georgian home of William Paca, signer of the Declaration of Independence and governor of Maryland, built in 1763 - 1765. The House overlooks a restored two-acre pleasure garden featuring five terraces, a fish-shaped pond and wilderness garden. Your group will enjoy a guided tour of the Paca House and tour the Paca Garden at your leisure.

After the Paca Tour, choose from a 40-minute or 90-minute cruise to complete your day in Annapolis.