Annapolis, Maryland
A perfect blend of energetic cities and relaxing outdoor activities make Maryland ideal for exploration.
With the beautiful Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Coast beaches, Maryland boasts plenty of outdoor charms. From picturesque towns like St. Michaels to the gorgeous beaches and roaming wild horses of Assateague Island, Maryland’s Eastern Shore is full of surprises.
The big city of Baltimore and Annapolis, the capital of Maryland, are filled with restaurants, museums and even more opportunities for fun on the water. Key experiences here include sailing, boating and, of course, enjoying the Old Line State’s signature blue crabs.
Claim to Fame
A perfect blend of cosmopolitan sensibilities and outdoor recreation make the Old Line State — its nickname referring to the Maryland Line soldiers of the American Revolutionary War — a can’t-miss destination.
Many of Maryland’s key experiences are influenced by the Chesapeake Bay, from sailing and boating to beaches and enjoying signature blue crabs.
Maryland’s Eastern Shore is full of endless treasures and surprises, including the roaming wild horses of Assateague Island, gorgeous beaches and charming small towns like St. Michaels.
The National Aquarium in Baltimore gives visitors an under-the-sea look at 20,000 animals in award-winning habitats.
Getting Around
Get a feel for Maryland by viewing the map below. MARC trains provide commuter rail service via three lines and 42 stations, including new weekend service between Baltimore and Washington, DC on the Penn Line.
Annual Events
The Maryland Folk Festival in Salisbury (20–22 Sept.) celebrates the rich diversity of American culture through food, art and music. It’s a nonstop gathering with performances, workshops, parades, storytelling and more.
Honour the legacy of one of Baltimore’s most renowned poets at The International Edgar Allan Poe Festival (Oct.) with poetry and ticketed events.
Meet the people behind the music at the Annapolis Songwriters Festival (Sept.) with dozens of artists performing throughout the city centre.
In Frederick, watch gravity-defying cyclists speed through the streets in the only race of its kind in the USA: the National Clustered Spires High Wheel Race (13 July).
The Latest & Greatest
In 2023, Great Wolf Lodge opened its new location in Perryville. This gargantuan indoor waterpark includes a lazy river, four-storey water treehouse and waterslides galore.
The Crossvines, located in Poolesville’s Agricultural Reserve, is a new facility created to promote vinicultural research, education and training while also functioning as a winery, casual bistro and tranquil retreat.
The newly renovated CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore hosts everything from big-name country-music concerts to WWE Monday Night Raw wrestling with an enhanced bar experience and exclusive suites with all the perks.