Bought advance tickets to the Annapolis Trolley Tour. Had a hard time finding it (Main Street was…read moreclosed due to a farmers market) and missed the tour. I asked at the Visitors center if we can reschedule and was told no. However, it appears that you can buy tickets the same day so it's probably in your best interest to buy in person. My husband was able to find the trolley and see where it boards and said that a bunch of people were standing (just FYI). Tip: Dont buy advance tickets, the company will not reschedule if you're delayed due to traffic and local street closures.

A history tour of white mens accomplishments is tired. The driver was pleasant and enthusiastic and…read morehad some facts. But missing was WHO built the historic buildings-enslaved craftspeople did. I'm wondering if women contributed ANYTHING another than being a child bride or a wealthy wife- who had to give over all her wealth to a husband?! And thanks for mentioning the Kunte Kinte Memorial as we drive by but skipping over all it stands for. Its 2022 and this company needs to do better.

Exactly what we needed - a 45 minute cruise to break up the day. Well organized, friendly staff,…read moreand a comfortable boat. Try and get there early to be at the front of the line for decent seats.

This was a terrific tour - really enjoyed it. It was very informative. The staff was very nice -…read moreand the sights were beautiful. Great value!

Had such a fun experience here on a girls trip!…read more Checking in was a breeze. They had my keys (yes old school keys!!) in a little envelope and the staff was so efficient and friendly. Plus there was bubbly!! My room was on the second floor facing the bay and it was so dreamy. The room was spacious and comfortable. My only complaint is that there wasn't any outlets close to the bed to be able to charge my devices, so I had to do it in the bathroom. We swam in the pool, played bocce and cornhole, used the paddle boards (watch out for jellyfish and sharks!!), and bought s'mores supplies to roast around the fire pits. I loved being able to walk around barefoot as their grass is so soft. The Breakfast spread was pretty typical of a hotel -- muffins, bagels, oatmeal, cereal, yogurt, fruit, and hot coffee.

I'm so late in posting this review and was reminded to do so when I went to look into booking…read moreanother stay with my family for this summer. In October, I stayed in the Wylder Hotel for a quick weekend away. It was my first time and I have to say it was the most relaxing and peaceful trip. The hotel's property is spacious and beautiful with a stunning view of the water. There are fire pits around the property to gather around, have a drink, roast marshmallows or just watch the sun go down. There is also a restaurant attached to the hotel which was perfect for having drinks and dinner at for a resort kind of vibe. The sauna on the property with a cold water plunge was incredible! You can sign up at the front desk for your session. The pool is another amazing amenity on the property to add to relaxation and fun. In the morning, there is a continental breakfast prepared. You are able to take your coffee and/ breakfast to any of the seating options. I found some really comfortable couches outside that were perfect to wake up to. They supply a bunch of community games as well. The room I stayed in was was on the smaller side. However, it didn't impact my stay. The bed was comfortable! The room was clean. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Like I said, I'm making another trip back but this time with my family and I can't wait to show them around and have a fun and peaceful weekend with them as well.

As another reviewer stated, the H.M Krentz is a working skipjack. Capt. Ed is a working oysterman…read morewho provides tours leaving from the Chesapeake Maritime Museum. His willingness to share his deep knowledge of the history and ecosystem of Chesapeake Bay and oyster industry made the two hour sailing cruise go by too quickly! The small boat makes for a great sailing experience. The sound of the water and no engine was very peaceful.

Spent a beautiful afternoon on the H.M Krentz, a working skipjack. Capt. Ed is a working oysterman…read morewho provides tours leaving from the Chesapeake Maritime Museum. He is extremely knowledgeable and and gave us a clear picture of the history, ecosystem and challenges faced by the Chesapeake Bay and oyster industry. His perspective as a working waterman added a perspective that tours conducted by those not immersed in the issues can lack. The sail was 2 hours long and included a dredging demonstration. This is someone who clearly loves what they do and it shows. The price was reasonable and despite being a native Marylander who tries to keep up with Bay concerns, I learned a great deal. I hope to be back soon.

Stayed here for a weekend anniversary get away. Right on…read morethe inlet of the bay. Great location near all the shops and restaurants. Our room was good size, large king bed. Window of the the water with a great view from our room. Room was neat and bed was comfortable. Stayed for the weekend, breakfast both days was good. French toast, eggs and sausage morning one. Morning two eggs or pumpkin pancakes. Both were great. Only negative was the shower in our room. It was a stall shower, which we knew, but the water pressure was terrible. It also took about 10 minutes to come to a warm temp, I felt bad running the water that long. All and all great stay. I'd 100% suggest this place for a weekend getaway.

We just returned from two nights in St. Michael's and had the pleasure of staying at Aida's…read moreVictoriana Inn. We chose a second floor room with a water view. Before we left I planned a surprise sailing cruise for my fiancé and Aida left a sweet note about the gift from me and vouchers for complimentary gelato around the corner for us. She is so accommodating even when a few little things didn't go as planned for us. (Car trouble, weather... not her doing at all but she made them easier to manage.) She has great suggestions for what to do in St. Michael's. Breakfast was set up beautifully in the morning and cooked to order. Portions were huge if you wanted them. We are lighter eaters and once I told her that she gave us perfect smaller portions, but if you want a big breakfast you will not be disappointed here. The inn only has about eight rooms, and each is different. Ours was very comfortable with flowers, art and antiques wherever I looked. There's central air and the softest towels I think I've ever used. She lets you keep stuff in the fridge and even said we could use her laundry when my fiancé sat on something and messed up his pants. We had leftovers when we needed to leave and she gave us a styrofoam cooler to take with us... that will be used a lot this summer, I'm sure. The location is walking distance to most things in town, so while there is off street parking, we walked most of the time. You can't go wrong here with Aida's Victoriana Inn! Note, though, a lot of businesses and restaurants in town are operating at partial capacity or reduced hours, or are closed due to Covid 19. This has nothing to do with the Victoriana Inn, but it is worth calling ahead if you have specific things you want to do while in town to make sure they're available. We had to shift some dining plans but it was a last minute getaway and we didn't care all that much. It a worked out but if you have your heart set on something, check in advance to make sure you'll be able to do it.

Some of the best travel memories aren't planned. They're the ones you stumble into completely by…read moreaccident. While spending Fourth of July weekend on a solo adventure in St. Michaels, I decided to drive over to Oxford after hearing it was worth exploring. I found a parking spot, got out of my car and started taking in the waterfront. That's when I realized I had parked directly beside the Oxford terminal of the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry. I hadn't researched the ferry. Honestly...I didn't even know it existed. As I stood there trying to figure out what exactly I was looking at, I noticed a sign advertising a special fireworks cruise that very evening. The ferry would head out onto the water so passengers could watch Oxford's Fourth of July fireworks from the river. The price? Twelve whole dollars. I just stood there staring at the sign thinking..."Wait...THIS is a thing?!" There was only one problem. The ferry was leaving in about two hours. And I didn't have a ticket. And there was no one around. I immediately pulled out my phone to buy a ticket, but online sales had already closed, which made complete sense. I figured I'd missed my chance. While I was standing there wondering what to do next, a gentleman happened to walk by. I asked if he knew anything about the ferry and whether there was any chance I could still get a ticket. As it turns out...he was the captain. Because apparently that's just how my adventures go! He smiled, told me there would probably still be room for walk-on passengers and suggested I come back closer to departure time. Challenge accepted! I set an alarm, spent the next couple of hours wandering around Oxford and made absolutely sure I was back at the terminal when he told me to return. Sure enough...they welcomed me aboard! I happily paid for my ticket and climbed onto the ferry with one thought running through my head. "I cannot believe this is actually happening." What followed was one of the coolest travel experiences I've ever had! Watching fireworks explode over the water from the deck of a ferry was something I didn't even know belonged on my bucket list until I experienced it. The reflections dancing across the river...The darkness surrounding the boat... The fireworks exploding so close that you could actually feel the booms in your chest...It was absolutely magical! I honestly don't know if I spent more time watching the fireworks or grinning from ear to ear. What made the experience even more memorable, though, wasn't just the fireworks. It was the people. The crew didn't have to find room for one random traveler who showed up without a reservation two hours before departure. But they did. Every person I interacted with was welcoming, kind and genuinely happy to help make my evening happen. I don't know if they realized it at the time, but they created one of my favorite memories from my entire Fourth of July weekend. PRO TIP: If you're visiting Oxford, look at the ferry schedule before you arrive. Whether you're taking your vehicle across to Bellevue, walking on as a passenger or getting lucky enough to catch one of their special event cruises, don't make the same mistake I did and discover it by accident. Although...maybe a little bit of serendipity is part of the magic. The next time I'm back in Oxford, riding the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry will already be on my itinerary. Next time, though...I'll actually know it's there!

This short and fun ferry trip was made even better by the fact that they're dog friendly! Kallie…read moreand I walked on from the Bellevue side, had lunch in Oxford, and then went back a few hours later. Staff was super friendly and even took a few pictures for me. Highly recommend!

Urban Adventures was recommended by our hotel staff. Mike was our driver and he was FANTASTIC!…read more We took the "history 101" tour and could never have seen a portion of what Mike had shown us, had we been on our own. We were able to see sites on narrow historic streets; UA has 6-seat electric golf cart type vehicles. Other tour busses and trolleys simply can't maneuver those parts of the city! Mike was personable, friendly and knew so much! I have a masters in history and I was fully impressed with his wealth of knowledge and interesting anecdotes. The price of our tour was so affordable as so worth every penny! The only thing left to do was to grab lunch and talk about all the sites Mike had shown us - and no tired feet!

Beyond impressed with this tour! This will be our new go-to activity for when friends & family…read morecome to town. Craig was the most fantastic guide and an all-around great guy. His knowledge of this town and it's history blew us all away. Thank to you Craig & Lisa for providing such an amazing service in our beautiful town. We can't wait to go again and plan on spreading the word that this is a must for both locals and out-of-towners.

My wife's sister and two very old and dear family friends came to visit us in Annapolis this…read moreweekend. I wanted to give them a good tour of Annapolis and not just walk around and point out this nice house or that nice view. I contacted Capital City Colonials and set up a time to meet in downtown Annapolis. It was without a doubt the finest tour of Annapolis (and I have lived in Maryland for 35 years) that I have ever taken. The amount of knowledge and the attention to detail was super!

I did the Historic Distric 101 tour. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. A nice…read moreintroduction to the history of the city.