Downs on the Severn
Annapolis
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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
Annapolis: Historical Treasures of the City with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downs on the Severn
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Hotel and staff was amazing, great weekend stay
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Holiday Inn Baltimore BWI Airport by IHG
Great
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore
Staff were friendly and polite. Hotel and rooms look beautiful, but poor property maintenance. Things don't seem to get fixed or upgraded when they deteriorate. Elevators haven't been working well for a while. Toilet water pressure is awful. One of the mattresses was caving in. Lamp not working. ...
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
An amazing stay, again. I love this hotel and the staff.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Was only there for a few hours with a flight disruption. The shuttle was great and everyone was super nice. Close and easy to get to from the airport.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore
great location, staff and property, will stay here again.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downs on the Severn
Epping Forest
While Epping Forest isn't home to many top sights, Annapolis Mall Shopping Center and Westfield Annapolis Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Winchester-on-the-Severn
Though Winchester-on-the-Severn might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Maryland State House.
Admiral Heights
Admiral Heights might not have many top sights, but Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Maryland Hall for Creative Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Annapolis
When in West Annapolis, you can plan a visit to Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wardour
When in Wardour, you can plan a visit to Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Homewood
While Homewood might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Maryland Hall for Creative Arts and Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
