DC on a Dime

Annapolis - America's Sailing Capital

For Washingtonians looking for an economical vacation spot, you don’t have to look far.   Just 33 miles - 45 minute drive -  Annapolis, MD is the perfect day trip or week-end getaway from DC. 

Annapolis has great shopping, restaurants, and a rich history.  Founded in 1649, it is the Capital of Maryland, and was the Capital of the United States when the Treaty of Paris was signed, ending the Revolutionary War.  It is also the proud home of the U. S. Naval Academy, founded in1845, and St. John’s College, founded in 1696.

Whether by car, boat, or on foot, you can enjoy what “America’s Sailing Capitol” has to offer.  And please treat yourself to the awesome crab cakes at Carrol’s Creek Waterfront Restaurant, which is tucked away in the Annapolis City Marina. 

View From the Deck at Carrol's Creek

Things to See and Do:  Annapolis offers a wide variety of activities.  It is home to incredible boat shows. The sports enthusiasts can attend football, baseball, lacrosse and all sorts of other sports year round at the United States Naval Academy. You can also attend our annual Renaissance Festival or our New Years Eve Celebration with hundreds of musical, theater, dance and comedy performances in and around the City.   

Yacht Club

Navy 1 - Pirates 0

Duke of Gloucester St.