Annapolis City Dock

Annapolis, MD

The historic harbor of the Sailing Capital of the US frames Maryland's State House dome in every direction - sailboats, colonial architecture, and waterfront life perfectly combined.

Photography Guide

Best Time: golden hour
Crowds: Busy
Shot Types: wideportraitboats
Best Seasons: springsummerfall

Practical Tips

Early morning before the charter boats leave gives quiet harbor reflections. Sunset from the City Dock with the State House dome is iconic Maryland.

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Architecture

Annapolis, MD

Maryland State House

The oldest state capitol building in continuous legislative use, crowned by the largest wooden dome in the US built without nails - a colonial architecture masterpiece.

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Parks & Nature

Annapolis, MD

Quiet Waters Park

A 340-acre park on the South River with six miles of paved trails, a Blue Heron sculpture garden, and commanding views of the river from mature hardwood bluffs.

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Waterfronts

Annapolis, MD

Sandy Point State Park

A broad sandy beach on the western Chesapeake Bay with dramatic views of the Bay Bridge's twin spans - one of the most recognizable engineering landmarks in the state.

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