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U.S. Naval Academy - - What To Do And See

 

Attractions & Recreational Activities

>> See the beautiful State House in Annapolis, located on State Circle, which was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1968.

 

>> Show your kids a good time, while staying in Annapolis, by taking them to Chesapeake Children's Museum, situated on Silopanna Road.

 

>> Spend a fun day out with family or friends at Jonas Green State Park, located on Governor Ritchie Highway.

 

>> Taste a bit of the local history by exploring the HIstoryQuest, on Main Street, considered to be one of Annapolis' most popular free attractions.

 

>> Check out the schedule from Colonial Players Theatre, which can be found on East Street, and enjoy a wonderful theatre play, in a pleasant company.

 

Sports & outdoor events

The ZOOMA Annapolis Women's Marathon and 10K, which happens in June, is considered to be one of the most popular and expected annual sporting events in Annapolis. Both the marathon and the 10 run have the same starting line, just outside the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, continuing along a brief loop to the north of the stadium, heading back southward along Farragut Road to Cedar Park Road, following Taylor Avenue and Baltimore Boulevard, across the US Naval Academy Bridge, into the town of Arnold.

 

The course is mostly flat, being held along the city streets of Annapolis, especially for the 1st couple of miles, but it also contains hilly areas and more rough ground regions, in order to make the race more interesting. After the run, participants can recharge their batteries in the fun After-Party Expo, which happens in Navy Stadium.

 

Festivals

December may be the most expected month of the year, because that's when the holiday spirit kicks in, and every city in the world is covered with colorful and sparkling celebrations that bring people together.

 

Every year, in December the people of Annapolis celebrate Christmas in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, a celebrations which fills the city with caroling, tree lightings, concerts, ballet, and many other special events that are made to be enjoyed with friends and family.

 

The First Night in Annapolis, held on December 31st, is an annual event, as expected as the Christmas celebration, transforming the city in a theatre stage, without boundaries and walls, as hundreds of performers practice their talent throughout the downtown area, offering visitors spectacular and unforgettable memories, ending with an eye-catching waterfront fireworks finale, considered to be the most photographic moment of the event (be sure to bring your camera, because a picture such as this comes once a year).

 

Shopping

Antiques, souvenirs, books, jewelry, music, clothing - whatever you're looking for, during your stay in Annapolis, you won't encounter any difficulties finding it! There are plentiful great shopping spots in Annapolis that offer everything a shopping-loving visitor needs, during his stay in the city.

 

To get a more clear idea, about what the city's shopping scene has to offer, check out the top 10 list, below, which contains some of the most popular and favorite shopping spots in Annapolis!

 

Annapolis Mall: 2002 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis, MD.

Westfield Annapolis: 2002 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis, MD.

Annapolis Town Center at Parole: 2505 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD.

Annapolis Towne Center: 1906 Towne Center Boulevard, Annapolis, MD.

Gateway Village Shopping Center: 156 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD.

Annapolis Plaza Llc: 170 Jennifer Road, Annapolis, MD.

IL Collezione: 2890 Solomons Island Road, Annapolis, MD.

Annapolis Harbour Center: 2512A Solomons Island Road, Annapolis, MD.

Gamestop: 2514 Solomons Island Road, Annapolis, MD.

Genesco Inc: 1205 Annapolis Mall, Annapolis, MD.

 

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