Downs on the Severn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downs on the Severn
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.
Activities
Annapolis Highlights Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour
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
Our pick of the best Downs on the Severn Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
When I first arrived the receptionist was nice and check in was pretty easy. My first room toilet was broken and the refrigerator… they quickly put me in another room which was much better. The bed was comfy and the room has black out curtains… no noise pretty quiet stay. The food was horrible but ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
My room was clean loved it beautiful view. The staff was amazing upstairs at the bar the waiters and the bartenders make you feel welcomed I plan to visit Agian
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Baltimore Inner Harbor
clean room, not change sheets often
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore
The staff Ms. Lanita and the evening lady were really nice but I did not like the fact that everytime you needed to use the elevator you had to wait in staff to let you up. I didn’t like the fact that I was charged for a night when I checked in the next day due to flight delays because of bad weather. ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore
Pretty good hotel for the price. Location was awesome. The lounge/restaurant/breakfast place is a no. Super long waits and terrible food. Pass on that. The indoor pool was awesome for the kids. Altogether I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
The room was clean just a few cosmetic updates needed
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downs on the Severn
Epping Forest
While Epping Forest may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westfield Annapolis Mall and Annapolis Mall Shopping Center.
Winchester-on-the-Severn
While there might not be top attractions in Winchester-on-the-Severn, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Hammond-Harwood House.
Admiral Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Admiral Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Maryland Hall for Creative Arts.
West Annapolis
While West Annapolis isn't home to many top sights, Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Hammond-Harwood House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Homewood
While there might not be top attractions in Homewood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Maryland Hall for Creative Arts and Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.
Murray Hill
If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Spa Creek and Ballet Theater of Maryland are top sights worth seeing.
