DMV Day Trip | Annapolis Getaway

The perfect coastal town for a weekend escape! 🏝️ 🚗 Parking Tip We parked at 150 Gorman St, Annapolis (~$2/hour). Just a 1-min walk to bustling Main Street! 🍴 Chick & Ruth’s Delly Must-order: #53 Jumbo Lump Half Pound Crab Cake Sandwich 🦀 — every table had one! Succulent crab, buttery toasted bun, zero regrets. Also tried the Annapolis Fries ($20?!). Turns out it’s fries smothered in crab-cheese sauce—decadent AF. Worth the calorie splurge (but best shared!). 🫖 The Spice & Tea Exchange A sensory wonderland of spices, teas, and blends! Sampled their pre-mixed teas (oolong + mint-cinnamon) and a floral cheese dip with pretzels. Post-tea, stroll to City Dock to watch seagull drama or hop on a 40-min water taxi. 🪵 Woodcraft Artisans Next door! Highlights: Crab-shaped chopstick rests & phone holders 🦀 A wall of 3,000+ wooden maps (spotted Beijing/HK/Macau!). 🏖 Sandy Point State Park 25-min drive from downtown. Summer pro tips: Book online ($5/adult, kids free) to avoid U-turns at the gate. Crowded on weekends, but quieter spots exist past the main lot. Snack shack sells nostalgic lemon slushies (tastes like childhood!). #AnnapolisEats #DMVWeekends #MarylandTravel #CoastalVibes