There are some wonderful things to do while you are in the Annapolis area. Why not add a sight-seeing trip to to your Beachcombing Conference weekend? The greater Annapolis area abounds with many opportunities to explore. There are many restaurants, galleries, and shops to visit in downtown Annapolis; or spend time strolling the walkways of the City Dock.
Below are listed some of the most notable tours and places of interest for visitors. 

Tours of Annapolis 

Discover Annapolis Tours 
Tours are fun and full of surprises! You will "Discover Annapolis" from a trolley – a little air conditioned bus with big windows. We’ll travel down charming streets laid out over three centuries ago. 

Capital City Colonials  
Food tasting and history await you. Tours blend the best of past and present. Try the Historic District 101 Tour or the Annapolis Food & History tour. A colonial-clad guide leads you through the history of Annapolis while introducing you to 21st century culinary delights - a seamless blend of time and tastes. 

Places of Interest in Annapolis 

Annapolis Maritime Museum  
The Annapolis Maritime Museum connects the richness of the maritime heritage of the Annapolis area with local visitors. The Museum operates from a waterside campus on the shores of Back Creek, with unequaled views of Annapolis Harbor and the Chesapeake Bay. The Museum campus is the site of the last remaining oyster packing plant in the area, the McNasby's Oyster Packing Company. The museum also runs weekend trips to the Thomas Point Lighthouse. 

The Maryland State House  
The beautiful Maryland State House is the oldest state capitol still in continuous legislative use and is the only state house to have ever served as the nation's capitol. The Continental Congress met in the Old Senate Chamber from November 26, 1783, to August 13, 1784. 

The Naval Academy  
Tour the academy during regular visiting hours (9 am to 5 pm daily). You can take a guided tour with a commercial service in Annapolis or through the academy's own Armel-Leftwich Visitor Center. 

The Chase-Lloyd House  
The Chase-Lloyd home was built by Samuel Chase, signer of the Declaration of Independence. The interior is original and has a rare cantilever staircase in addition to many other features. It is open to the public from 2-4 every day but Monday. 

The Hammond-Harwood House  
The Hammond-Harwood House is one of the premier colonial houses remaining in America from the British colonial period. 

Quiet Waters Park  
Nestled between the South River and Harness Creek, Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis offers a wide variety of family activities. Visitors can walk, jog, or bike on over 6 miles of paved trails winding through hardwood forests and past grassy fields, play at the multi-level children’s playground, enjoy the vistas of the South River Promenade and Scenic Overlook, observe the beautiful colors as the leaves begin to change, or picnic among 340 acres of beautiful park land. 

Places of Interest in Greater Annapolis Region 

Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network  
The Chesapeake Bay Gateways Network connects you with the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers through 150 exceptional parks, wildlife refuges, museums, sailing ships, historic communities, trails and more. Gateways are the special places where you can experience the authentic Chesapeake.