With postcard-perfect views of the Chesapeake Bay and a constant parade of United States Naval Academy midshipmen marching around in dress whites, Annapolis, Maryland, is an idyllic capital city full of prime dining options andiconic crab houses like Cantler’s and The Point.The historic town is located about 30 miles away from the District, making it a roughly 45-minute drive up U.S. 50 East (on a good day). For those wanting to leave the car at home, Maryland Transit runs a convenient bus line for a few bucks near Union Station.
Annapolis welcomes an extra surge of visitors this month. Itsfall sailboat showruns October 10-14, complete with luxury trips by Wharf-basedSeaTable,and theMaryland Renaissance Festivalis a sold-out success on weekends through October 20.
The Annapolis dining scene recently got a big boost with the anticipated arrival ofD.C.’s top-rated Timber Pizzaand opening of polished taco spot the Goat. And D.C.’s Capo Deli isen route to Annapolis soon.
This map highlights a few standbys in the quaint downtown district, but some of the best cafes, bakeries, and restaurants are actually located in Eastport — a quick walk across the bridge.
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