U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis
U.S. Naval Academy
U.S. Naval Academy
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Established in 1845, this undergraduate college for the Navy prepares men and women to become professional officers in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
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49 within 3 miles
Hammond-Harwood House
112
0.2 miHistoric Sites
William Paca House & Garden
240
0.3 miHistoric Sites • Gardens
Annapolis Historic District
1,256
0.4 miNeighborhoods
Maryland State House
680
0.5 miHistoric Sites • Government Buildings
Chase-Lloyd House
22
0.3 miSpeciality Museums
St. John's College
72
0.4 miHistoric Sites • Educational sites
Alumni Hall
12
0.3 miArenas & Stadiums
St. Anne's Church
147
0.6 miReligious Sites
Paca House
5
0.3 miHistory Museums
Hogshead
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0.4 miSpeciality Museums
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Beany_from_Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY105 contributions
Amazing history and beauty
Apr 2021 • Family
A must see and do….. the museum and tour is a must for all, especially those that want to learn real history American history and come up close to our country’s hero’s.
Written April 30, 2021
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TXMARTINS
Atlanta, GA3,283 contributions
Can’t access in COVID
Mar 2021
Stunning from the outside but you are unable to visit currently in the time of COVID. Very understandable, but very disappointing. Make this a priority when they do reopen!
Written April 1, 2021
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dm112459
Ossining, NY5 contributions
A day in the Navy
Oct 2020 • Solo
My experience was different my nephew was going to school there and he gave me the tour the campus is beautiful there is so much history
Written October 20, 2020
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belinda m
Portsmouth, UK390 contributions
Naval Ambiance
Sep 2020 • Family
Lucky enough to be able to tour inside and outside of the naval academy. Outside via boat to experience the size of the college and inside via military personnel. It isn't that old 1945 est. but the stone buildings and immaculate lawns and fields definately give a feel of military ambiance. No access to communal areas and museums in these covid times but definately the heart and soul of Annapolis.
Written September 6, 2020
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jayrodsan
Puerto Rico165 contributions
Should Have Gone Navy
Aug 2020 • Solo
Stopped by to have a walk on campus and see what the Navy offers its officer candidates. Impressed with the ivy league atmosphere. Should have gone Navy!
Written August 13, 2020
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Dixie Man
Georgia157 contributions
College visit
Jul 2020 • Family
USNA was great. Lots of things were closed due to the Corona, but we did get to walk around the campus and see the campus. Great place
Written July 25, 2020
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Jerome M
Gary, IN1,438 contributions
Go Navy!
Jun 2019
I have always wanted to take a tour of a military school campus. The Naval Academy campus is very impressive. The tour was excellent as were taken to all of the major buildings on the campus. We also saw the pole that the freshmen have to try and climb. Make sure you have your walking shoes and plenty of time. Our guide was knowledgeable about the campus. This is would be an excellent school for anyone wants to be an officer and a gentleman. Something I learned is that the Marine officers come from the academy.
Written May 21, 2020
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xomonroe
Valletta, Malta47 contributions
Beautiful grounds
Apr 2019
Our preferred location to stay in Annapolis has always been on the grounds of the Naval Academy - it's so conveniently located, & beautiful. It cannot be beat.
Written March 9, 2020
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Stargazer
Annapolis, Maryland2 contributions
Naval Academy a nice place to visit
Mar 2020
This is a great place to visit. Lots of history and in a beautiful setting. The food at the Alley is excellent and very reasonably priced for the Annapolis area.
Written March 5, 2020
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Ptravels
47 contributions
Historical and patriotic
Feb 2020 • Family
We did a self guided walking tour. The stained glass in the chapel is breathtaking. Visiting the crypt is a must, as is the museum! The models of so many ships were incredible. The grounds of the Naval Academy are a great place to walk and sightsee.
Written March 3, 2020
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americanpatriot73
21 contributions
May I see the Academy and all it offers to visitors without an official tour? Ty for an answer. Also, what time do I have to leave the grounds?
ohioan1
Millersburg, OH65 contributions
The guide was great. We learned so much more with him leading us on. Afterwards, we were free to walk around, unescorted. I do not not know what time we had to leave.
sandrawitty
Eatonton, GA8 contributions
What are the days and hours for the tour. D they tour on Sundays?
americanpatriot73
21 contributions
THe website has all the answers
autismadvocate
toledo241 contributions
How long does it take to walk to John McCain's grave from the Visitor Center?
G382QAmarkm
Portland, United States25 contributions
It's a long but beautiful walk, about 2 miles each way, maybe half an hour. I would walk right by the river for the best view.
lizardcamp17
Severna Park, MD13 contributions
Can I buy walking tour tickets online? If so where do I go? If not where can I get them-the museum? Thanks!
Ayşem P
Frederick, MD31 contributions
We purchased our ticket there at the academy the day we decided to go. There is a tour every hour. There is also a discount for seniors and Vets:)
Bonnie H
Johns Creek, GA2 contributions
How long is the tour
Michael B
Anaheim, CA60 contributions
My son went to Summer Seminar in June and we did a parent tour. About 90 minutes but, spent 2 more hours on our own and didn't see all. It is an awesome place. The buildings are first class! Go to the cemetery to see McCain's grave and the Chapel is a must see!,
AMP
21 contributions
Do you need a Real ID or will a regular, government issued photo ID sufficient?
Chris Dietz
Washington DC, DC107 contributions
Any Drivers license or passport will do.
larryandaliceg
Annapolis, MD1 contribution
is bancroft hall handicap accessible?
James C
Harleysville, PA448 contributions
I am not sure but I think most if not all military facilities are ADA compliant. They cannot discriminate from disabled vets or other personnel that may work there so I am sure that it would be accessible.
Daniel O
Massachusetts313 contributions
I was wondering how I may get to the War college from Baltimore, MD, without using Uber and the like? Thank you for a reply.
Theo M
Wilmington, NC18 contributions
I would hop Amtrak's Northeast Regional from Baltimore to DC. Fourteen bucks. Then from Union Station take the Green subway line to the Greenbelt Station. About five bucks. Then grab an Uber to State Circle or The Academy in Annapolis. About twenty-five bucks. You're there.
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- (0.38 mi) Sofi's Crepes
- Attractions near U.S. Naval Academy:
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