- Our list of the best things to do in Essex, Maryland, features the top 314 nearby activities — including 112 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Essex, MD has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 6 things to do within the city of Essex, MD , followed by 308 popular activities in nearby cities, including Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia, Pasadena, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, Bel Air, Severna Park, Cockeysville, Laurel, Stevensville, Towson, Odenton, Severn, Rock Hall, Elkridge, Dundalk, Chestertown, Edgewater, Catonsville, Hanover, Crofton, Parkville, Pikesville, Owings Mills, Timonium, Savage, Perry Hall, Lutherville and Monkton
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In close proximity to a boardwalk, Chestertown Marina has a dock for a variety of sea vessels, and is surrounded by local gift shops and restaurants. The marina has a store where visitors can buy equipment for their boats.
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Featuring exhibitions from national and international artists, The Carla Massoni Gallery is an art gallery offering a number of works available for purchase. A large variety of exhibitions are displayed throughout the year.
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Bacontown Park has several amenities for sports including a roller hockey court, two basketball courts, a tennis court and a baseball field. They also have a playground and a 332 ft paved trail.
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Columbia SportsPark is a facility designed to provide fun and entertainment to those who visit. Activities at the SportsPark include an 18-hole mini golf course, 10 batting cages, a playground, and two 600 foot pavilions.
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202 votes
311 Third St., Annapolis, MD 21403
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Pirate Adventures on the Chesapeake offers kids a chance to spend a day as a pirate aboard a replica of pirate ships where they are engaged in a variety of hand-on activities including face-painting, treasure hunt and more.
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With direct access to Spa Creek, Annapolis Canoe & Kayak offers visitors watercraft rentals to take out on the water. Visitors can rent kayaks and canoes for the day, as well as stand up paddle boards and power boats.
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Private sailing excursions are offered by Classic Sail Charters for groups of up to six people. The service provides half day, full day, or sunset cruises within the waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
23.4 Miles
95%
57 votes
2472 Solomons Island Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401
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The Pennsylvania Dutch Farmer's Market features a wide variety of items from meats, cheeses, a full deli, and freshly baked foods. There are also vendors offering locally grown produce as with any farmer's market.
23.4 Miles
The Laurel Skating Center is a recreational skating facility that offers skating lessons, classes, and party packages. The facility is available for birthday parties and has classes for children ages 5 and older.
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Rams Head Tavern at Annapolis is a local bar which offers a range of dining options and beer on tap coupled with live music and entertainment.