Arundel on the Bay
Annapolis

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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.
Things to do

Annapolis: Historical Treasures of the City with Self-Guided Audio Tour

Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour

Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour

Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views

Annapolis Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Arundel on the Bay

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Annapolis
We were in a room directly onto of the bar you could hear the music in our room. It was very annoying also the air conditioner was very loud.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Historic Inns of Annapolis
The only disappointment was the workout area. It was a five-minute walk away from the Inn in a separate building. Once I found the location my key card would not open the door to the building. Therefore, I never got to use the facility.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Crowne Plaza Annapolis by IHG
Beds are cozy and pillows are great!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Annapolis, MD
The location is great for shopping, movies and some restaurants. The area was quiet. Staff was professional. We didn’t have any issues or discrepancies so our stay was straightforward regarding our room and check in. We only had breakfast once, we were running plante but there was still plenty to ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Annapolis
Nice place, very good staff, close to I95.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Annapolis Downtown
Quiet stopover on the wash to Camden Yards. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arundel on the Bay

Oyster Harbor
If you're spending some time in Oyster Harbor, Northern Chesapeake Bay and Chesapeake Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Annapolis Cove
While Annapolis Cove isn't home to many top sights, Bay Ridge Beach and Carrs Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Anchorage
Anchorage might not have many top sights, but Bay Ridge Beach and Carrs Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hillsmere
While visiting Hillsmere, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Great Frogs Winery.

Hunt Meadows
While Hunt Meadows isn't home to many top sights, Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Maryland Hall for Creative Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.

Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.

