Annapolis Historic Walking Tour: Harbor and Colonial Downtown
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Annapolis, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
What's Included
- No tickets are required for the stops on our tour.
- Tour guide is happy to take photographs of your group at scenic locations.
- To pass through Naval Academy security checkpoint, do not bring backpacks or large bags. Purses OK.
- No food, drinks, or desserts are included in the fee. But happy to pause at cafés along the way.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 25 Market Space, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA
Our walking tour will meet up in person, just outside the Market House (address: 25 Market Space, Annapolis), on the west side of the building, looking towards Main Street. I'll be coming by foot. Grab a seat on the benches. It's rarely crowded, but if I can't pick you out, I'll give you a call.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Arranged start time
Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
- 06/27/2024 - 05/12/2027
Monday - Saturday : 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday : 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Itinerary
1
Ego Alley
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
U.S. Naval Academy
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
The Naval Academy Chapel
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Hammond-Harwood House
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Maryland State House
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
St. John's College
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
5.0
based on 42 reviews
Lois_B, Apr 2026
Lovely walking tour through Annapolis with Michael. We stopped by the gate to the Naval Academy, the Maryland State House, and St John’s College, to name a few places, and admired Georgian and Federalist architecture in the city. Discovered Old Fox Books with a wonderful coffee shop along the way. Everyone in our group said they would take the same tour again.
Sabrina_B, Feb 2026
Michael, our tour guide, was such a joy! He led us on a fascinating adventure through Annapolis’s deep historical story. As we strolled through the Naval Academy campus, Maryland State House, St. John’s College, and Main Street, Michael shared fascinating stories about Annapolis’s interesting history, its brilliant founders, and the Navy’s amazing past. His tour was a fantastic way to get to know this amazing town.
Mark_A, Nov 2025
The tour is flexible, a decent amount of walking, and is inside and outside. Michael was very well versed and willing to spend more or less time at different locations.
Jeffrey_A, Nov 2025
Unfortunately we did not bring Real IDs or our passports even though it was clearly communicated that we should have, just wanted to put that here to let others know.
However, even though we couldn't tour the Navel Academy, Michael still gave us a great overview from a distance. Since my wife and I are history buffs in general, Michael pivoted his tour to focus more on the overall history of Annapolis and other areas of interest. As we were talking he took note of the fact that we admire Washington and took us to the location where the Treaty of Paris was signed and also the written speech Washington gave when he resigned as General. Overall it was a really interesting tour and Michael did an amazing job.
Mark_S, Nov 2025
Michael was very knowledgeable and even tracked down a couple of requests we had.
He was one of the best guides we have ever encountered!
Robin_B, Oct 2025
Annapolis is a beautiful, quaint city with a rich history. Our guide, Michael, was so gracious and knowledgeable. We learned about the history of so many wonderful landmarks in Annapolis and had an impressive view of the Naval Academy on Homecoming game day. Highly recommend!!
William_R, Sep 2025
Circumstances beyond our control prevented us from touring the Naval Academy but Michael shifted easily to a wonderful tour of the charming city, covering history, architecture, culture, famous homes and people. Great pace, great information!
JEFFEREY_Y, Aug 2025
Michael was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable, and adjusted the tour to events ( midshipmen Parade, etc) and to our specific requests
Lisa_C, Aug 2025
Michael, a native of Annapolis, was a fabulous guide. I had been to Annapolis several times before, but decided to do the historic walking tour with our kids. I learned so much!! I would recommend this tour to anyone. I loved Michael’s perspective as a true native.
Sean_H, Aug 2025
Wonderful tour, our older family members really loved it. The walk itself is easy. We had one young kid in tow and there was plenty of interesting things to see that captured his attention. Michael was a great guide.
Robert_d, Jul 2025
Michael provided us with a personal and detailed look at Annapolis and the Naval Academy. He gave us a behind the scene look at the crypt of John Paul Jones and beautiful descriptions of the stained glass windows in the chapel.
Chris_B, Jul 2025
This a relatively easy walking tour ( no hills) that is steeped in history and beauty. We feel much more informed about the city and the importance to our history as a country. Excellent tour guide
Ronald_J, Jul 2025
This was a great way for us to start our visit to Annapolis. Michael did an excellent job of taking us around the harbor area and through the Naval Academy explaining the background and history of all the major sites. I would highly recommend this tour for first time visitors to Annapolis.
Michele_L, Jul 2025
Very knowledgeable guide with interesting facts. Have been to Annapolis many times and even I learned something new. 😃 was great for us to get to see Naval Academy. Guide was flexible and took into account our preferences and gave some excellent recommendations for other things to do/ places to eat.
ELAINE_M, Jun 2025
Excellent tour....Michael is well informed, kept things interesting and easily adapted to our age group....and he's good company! Highly recommend.
Robert_T, Apr 2025
Michael was an excellent guide! It was cold and rainy and he was very accommodating to our postponing the walk until a later time. Highly recommend him!
John_A, Mar 2025
Michael is a well educated, knowledgeable, and charming student of the history of Annapolis, the Naval Academy and early American history. He communicates clearly and adjusts his remarks based on the interests of the group. Absolutely a top notch experience. Oh and thanks for the restaurant recs.
Andre_G, Jan 2025
Michael did a traffic job orchestrating the tour. It exceeded our expectations! The kids really enjoyed themselves.
Hope_T, Jan 2025
Micheal was an excellent tour guide and we had a great time learning the history of Annapolis. It’s a beautiful place
Mary_K, Dec 2024
Michael our tour guide was exceptional. He was very informative and engaging. I look fwd to returning for additional tours.
Susan_S, Oct 2024
Michael did a great job showing us around Annapolis. He clearly loves his hometown and is very knowledgeable. Had a wonderful time!
Victoria_D, Oct 2024
This review is late, but had to share our thoughts. It was excellent!! Michael’s knowledge was amazing. We felt the true spirit and importance of this great institution. It was a highlight of our four month journey. We were there in mid-September and the campus was beautiful. We enjoyed the town as well and had great dining suggestions from Michael. Do not miss this tour.
Roy_K, Sep 2024
Once again Viator shined. Our tour guide Michael was extremely informative about the history of Annapolis, State Capital and the Naval Academy. Tour could not have been any better. Encourage anyone going to Annapolis to tour to seek out Michael. Wonderful experience for the four of us
Greg_C, Aug 2024
Fantastic tour by a local who knows and loves his hometown. Make sure to ask his recommendation for the best ice cream in town town.
Scarlette_W, Aug 2024
Michael Bors was spectacular! This was the best tour that I have ever experienced and everyone in my family was in agreement. He is an excellent teacher/historian, very personable, articulate, very kind and generous with his time. We had a couple of late people to the party and he was so nice about waiting for them. We also had torrential rain and we all soldiered thru it without hesitation making it to all our stops without missing a beat. I don’t believe any other guide would have done that. I will definitely recommend Michael, as well as Viator for future events. The day could not have been better! Good catch on Viator’s part in gaining Michael Bors!!!
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