Bay Ridge
Annapolis
Popular places to visit
U.S. Naval Academy
See where future generations of Navy and Marine Corps officers are trained at this historic federal service academy within a former fort in Annapolis harbor.
Chesapeake Bay Bridge
Attempt the nerve-racking drive across this long and notoriously scary bridge, which provides fabulous views of Chesapeake Bay for passengers.
Sandy Point State Park
Sunbathe on the beach, enjoy unrivaled views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and go hiking, swimming, fishing and boating in this vast park.
Maryland State House
Appreciate the superb architecture and fascinating history of America’s first peacetime capitol and the oldest state capitol still in legislative use.
Maryland Quiet Waters Park
Stroll along miles of trails through grassy parkland, hardwood forests and riverfront promenades and check out the visitor center at this pretty park.
William Paca House
Learn about the life and explore the historic home of 18th-century lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence, William Paca.
Things to do
Annapolis: Annapolis Harbor and U.S. Naval Academy Cruise
Annapolis Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Annapolis Ghost Tours Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Colonial Annapolis and Naval Academy Half Day Private Bus Tour
Top hotels in Bay Ridge
Historic Inns of Annapolis
Staff were great! Very friendly. Setting is terrific. We loved our king bed room. Thanks!
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Annapolis
It was very impressive...the room was perfect and the staff wa s super helpful and friendly
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Annapolis
we paid a premium rate for what we expected to be an upscale property. The lobby represented what we expected, however, the room was anything but. Everything looked old and tired. The chair had holes in the upholstery. The bathroom fan was noisy. It was a handicap room. The shower leaked all over ...
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Graduate by Hilton Annapolis
Crowne Plaza Annapolis by IHG
Do not accept a room facing the highway side. Road noise is terrible.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Annapolis, MD
The hotel is decorated very well. The staff were very helpful, allowing us to check in early (30 minutes). The breakfast was very good, lots to choose from and hot. We enjoyed the suite.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay Ridge
Annapolis Cove
Annapolis Cove might not have many top sights, but Carrs Beach and Bay Ridge Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Anchorage
Though Anchorage might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carrs Beach and Bay Ridge Beach.
Oyster Harbor
While visiting Oyster Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Northern Chesapeake Bay and Chesapeake Bay.
Arundel on the Bay
While visiting Arundel on the Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Northern Chesapeake Bay and Chesapeake Bay.
Hillsmere
If you're spending some time in Hillsmere, Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Great Frogs Winery are top sights worth seeing.
Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.
