There are historic landmarks galore to explore in the Old Line State. One of our favorite places to tour historic buildings is in Maryland’s capital city, Annapolis. Not only is this area full of history, but it’s also full of fascinating places to tour. Lace up your walking shoes and enjoy a day among the Maryland State House, U.S. Naval Academy, and so much more.

Maryland State House

Martin Falbisoner / Wikimedia Commons Did you know that the Maryland State House is the oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use? Impressive! This iconic structure dates back to 1772. It’s open to the public every day from 8:30am to 5pm (excluding Christmas and New Years Day). Find more Visitor information. Maryland State House, 100 State Cir, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

United States Naval Academy

Craig Fildes / Flickr The United States Naval Academy was established in October 1845. Not only is this prestigious place full of history, but it’s also a fascinating spot for a guided tour. Learn more about the tours, and enjoy. Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USAUnited States Naval Academy, 121 Blake Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402, USA

St. Mary’s Church

Victoria Pickering / Flickr Established in 1853, St. Mary’s Church is full of history and beauty, inside and out. It’s open for personal visits from 6am until 8pm Monday to Sunday. There are also weekend and week day masses available to attend, as well as live-streamed masses. Check out the church schedule. St. Mary’s Parish, 109 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

William Paca House & Garden

Pubdog / Wikimedia Commons This 18th-century mansion is a must-see in person. It was designed by William Paca, a signatory of the Declaration of Independence and a former governor of Maryland. Today, you can tour the inside of the historic home, as well as explore the stunning surrounding garden. Read up on Visitor Information. William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Hammond-Harwood House

E. H. Pickering, Photographer / Wikimedia Commons The Hammond-Harwood House is one of the most impressive colonial houses left in the United States from the British colonial period. It was built in 1774. You can take daily tours from noon to 5pm (closed Tuesdays). Keep in mind that’s it’s also closed January 1 through March 31. Here’s more tour information. Hammond-Harwood House, 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

St. Anne’s Church

Andrea L / TripAdvisor Founded in 1692, St. Anne’s Church was the first church in Annapolis. The structure that stands here today is actually the third church, as the other two St. Anne’s churches were razed and destroyed by fire. The current church was built in 1858 and is a beautiful place to see in person. View the service times. St. Anne’s Parish, 199 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Charles Carroll House

Management / TripAdvisor This was the former home of home of the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence. Charles Carroll was also the last survivor of all 56 signees. Private tours of this 18th-century home are available. Plan accordingly. Charles Carroll House, 107 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Have you explored any of these historic buildings in Annapolis? Let us know about your experiences in the comments!

Martin Falbisoner / Wikimedia Commons

Did you know that the Maryland State House is the oldest U.S. state capitol in continuous legislative use? Impressive! This iconic structure dates back to 1772. It’s open to the public every day from 8:30am to 5pm (excluding Christmas and New Years Day). Find more Visitor information.

Maryland State House, 100 State Cir, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Craig Fildes / Flickr

The United States Naval Academy was established in October 1845. Not only is this prestigious place full of history, but it’s also a fascinating spot for a guided tour. Learn more about the tours, and enjoy.

Naval Academy, Annapolis, MD, USAUnited States Naval Academy, 121 Blake Rd, Annapolis, MD 21402, USA

Victoria Pickering / Flickr

Established in 1853, St. Mary’s Church is full of history and beauty, inside and out. It’s open for personal visits from 6am until 8pm Monday to Sunday. There are also weekend and week day masses available to attend, as well as live-streamed masses. Check out the church schedule.

St. Mary’s Parish, 109 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Pubdog / Wikimedia Commons

This 18th-century mansion is a must-see in person. It was designed by William Paca, a signatory of the Declaration of Independence and a former governor of Maryland. Today, you can tour the inside of the historic home, as well as explore the stunning surrounding garden. Read up on Visitor Information.

William Paca House & Garden, 186 Prince George St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

E. H. Pickering, Photographer / Wikimedia Commons

The Hammond-Harwood House is one of the most impressive colonial houses left in the United States from the British colonial period. It was built in 1774. You can take daily tours from noon to 5pm (closed Tuesdays). Keep in mind that’s it’s also closed January 1 through March 31. Here’s more tour information.

Hammond-Harwood House, 19 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Andrea L / TripAdvisor

Founded in 1692, St. Anne’s Church was the first church in Annapolis. The structure that stands here today is actually the third church, as the other two St. Anne’s churches were razed and destroyed by fire. The current church was built in 1858 and is a beautiful place to see in person. View the service times.

St. Anne’s Parish, 199 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

Management / TripAdvisor

This was the former home of home of the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence. Charles Carroll was also the last survivor of all 56 signees. Private tours of this 18th-century home are available. Plan accordingly.

Charles Carroll House, 107 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401, USA

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