Downs on the Severn
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 Ghosts: Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl
Annapolis: Historical Treasures of the City with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Annapolis Red Bricks & Blue Views
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Ashes and Apparitions of Annapolis Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Downs on the Severn
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
room was nasty, not clean and missing amenities in the rooms
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
Big yikes
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Baltimore Inner Harbor
Breakfast was very good. Fresh fruit and good assortment of breakfast food.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Pier 5 Hotel Baltimore
Breakfast was crap.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore
Room was clean and large, property was very nice and in a good location, view was beautiful. Only downside was traffic noise but overall a great stay
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baltimore BWI Airport
Fine for an overnight. Breakfast was good except for the eggs.
Reviewed on 12 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, Ballet Theater of Maryland and Spa Creek are top sights worth seeing.
