Annapolis Colonial and Maritime History Walking Tour

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.

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   Maryland State House

   1 hour

   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).

2. 2

   St. Anne's Episcopal Church

   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.

3. 3

   William Paca House & Garden

   Pass by

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

4. 4

   The Kunta Kinte - Alex Haley Memorial

   1 hour

   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.

• 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

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