Arundel on the Bay
Annapolis
Visit Arundel on the Bay
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
Annapolis Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
The Original Walking Ghost Tour by Annapolis Ghost Tours
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views
Top hotels in Arundel on the Bay
Charming Cottage by the Bay with Hot Tub, Gourmet Kitchen & Community Beach
"Very nice property with plenty of room and a nice outdoor space. The hot tub was a great bonus. Close enough to visit USNA but the location feels like a vacation spot!"
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Charming Annapolis WaterVIEW Home
"Our family had a wonderful stay at your beautiful home! The views are to die for! House was very clean with all equipment and kitchen appliances all available! Very happy with our stay!"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Historic Inns of Annapolis
"Not a lot of amenities, but location was fabulous"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Annapolis Waterfront Hotel, Autograph Collection
"The room was incredibly small."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Annapolis
"It would have been a nicer stay if they weren’t ripping up flooring and had the awful headache causing smell of epoxy everywhere. The hotel room we were in was in another wing- and you had to pass all around the convention rooms to get there. Thankfully we were able to use the shuttle to go into ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
St Michaels Inn
"It is a so so place"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Arundel on the Bay
Historic District
While visiting Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland State House and William Paca House.
Eastport
While visiting Eastport, you might make a stop by sights like Annapolis Maritime Museum and Annapolis Harbor.
Murray Hill
If you're spending some time in Murray Hill, Spa Creek and Ballet Theater of Maryland are top sights worth seeing.
Cape Saint Claire
While visiting Cape Saint Claire, you might make a stop by sights like Northern Chesapeake Bay and Chesapeake Bay.
Hillsmere
While visiting Hillsmere, you might make a stop by sights like Maryland Quiet Waters Park and Great Frogs Winery.
