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Annapolis Food and Historical Tour

Annapolis, MD

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Step back in time to explore the city by foot with an 18th-century Colonial-clad guide on this Annapolis Food and Historical Tour!

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  • Baltimore, MD
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  • Certified history loving tour guides, many having over 10 years of guiding experience
  • Enjoy 4-5 tastings which may include award winning she crab soup, oyster shooters, craft beers, authentic 18th century popovers and more
  • Experience Annapolis through the history, architecture, culture and of course, the food!

Discover some of the city's most celebrated 21st century culinary delights on the Annapolis Food and Historical Tour!

Your knowledgeable guide will narrate stories about the 18th-century culture of the rich and famous, the middle class and the poor. Visit homes of those who signed the Declaration of Independence and learn about the role women played.

Annapolis has been known for its "good eats" for hundreds of years. Colonial Annapolis had the means for its natives to live like kings on the bounty of both the Chesapeake Bay and the rich land. The city is still known today for its delicious food and culinary scene.

You'll visit a number of local restaurants throughout the tour to enjoy small dishes and tastings. Specialties on this tour may include (and are subject to change):

  • Tastings from a tavern frequented by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin
  • Locally sourced dishes from one of the regions top restaurants
  • Authentic 18th century popovers
  • Award winning she-crab soup
  • Premium coffee from a family run coffeehouse
  • Housemade sangria
  • Oyster shooters
  • Craft beers
  • Fresh seafood
  • Smith Island cake
Spend an afternoon learning about the culture, history, architecture and food of Annapolis on this guided walking tour!

Annapolis, MD
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When Do I Choose A Date?

Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions and your experience with us begins!

Year-Round:
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - 1:00 PM

Essential Information

  • Children under the age of 7 who will not be participating in food tastings do not require a ticket, please notify Virgin Experience Gifts at the time of booking if you will be bringing an infant or young child along with you
  • Participants can expect to walk approximately 1.5 miles at a moderate pace throughout the tour
  • All tastings are included in the price
  • Visit 3-5 restaurants for tastings that will happily fill most stomachs
  • Notify Virgin Experience Gifts of any food allergies or dietary restrictions at the time of booking

Duration

3 - 3.5 hours

Experience Provider Info

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Maximum Participants

up to 12 people per tour

Spectators

This experience is only for those on the tour.

Weather Dependent

This experience is not weather dependent and will run rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, you will be able to go inside many of the establishments on the tour. Please dress appropriately for the day's weather conditions.

What To Wear

Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather. You will be walking throughout the tour, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes.

I'm an Annapolis local; will I enjoy this tour?

Yes! The tour guides share stories about Historic Annapolis that few natives have heard. You also have a chance to go inside some of the oldest and most famous buildings in Annapolis.

What if I have dietary restrictions?

Most food allergies and dietary restrictions can be accommodated on this tour. Please notify Virgin Experience Gifts at the time of booking of any special needs or requests.

Are children allowed on the tour?

Children are allowed on this tour. Please note, the tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours with a lot of both standing and walking.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

This tour will cover some uneven terrain and stairs and may be difficult on a wheelchair. The colonial kitchen involves 3 stairs which are historic and cannot accommodate wheelchairs.

How much walking is involved? Is it a fast-paced tour?

You will be on your feet for the majority of the 3.5-hour tour. Total distance covered is about 1.5 miles, which is walked at an average pace.

Are there restrooms available on the tour?

Restrooms are available at the tour starting location and again at the State House about an hour into the tour. The exact meeting location will be provided at the time of booking.

What happens if it rains or snows?

This experience is not weather dependent and will run rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, you will be able to go inside many of the establishments on the tour. Please dress appropriately for the day's weather conditions.

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time.  If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.

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