Downs on the Severn Travel Guide
Annapolis
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.
Things to do
Annapolis: Historical Treasures of the City with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Annapolis Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views
Annapolis Ghost Tours Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Top hotels in Downs on the Severn
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Breakfast was fresh. Great service
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
Hotel room is great. It better be, considering what it costs. We ate breakfast in hotel restaurant, and only buffet was available, which cost us $71 for two, and food wasn't hot. It's also ridiculous that an upscale hotel with a garage under it charges guests to park: $76 for two nights. People drive ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore
This was a great hotel in the heart of everything but away just enough to be quiet. Super friendly & helpful staff. Two high-end restaurants attached to the property. The hotel breakfast left a bit to be desired & the continental breakfast didn't have many offerings. Otherwise, the experience was ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore
Beautiful view from suite. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hyatt Place Baltimore Inner Harbor
The room was very clean ,staff were pleasant and the shower water was very hot everything was just fine. I didn’t have breakfast because I didn’t get up early.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Parking feel safe and easy. Breakfast was regular nothing extra
Reviewed on 10 May 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 Annapolis Mall Shopping Center and Westfield Annapolis Mall.
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 Maryland State 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 Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wardour
Though Wardour may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium and Helen Avalynne Tawes Garden.
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.
