Who doesn’t love a wedding on the water or even on a boat? There is something magical about choosing to spend one of the most special days of your life by the beach or bayside and celebrating with friends and family. 

Since Broadside Visuals is run by The Wedding Pirates, we also love the chance to step off land and get our sea legs back under us. One of the many locations that we travel to is the great Annapolis, MD. An historic, quaint, and incredible location to choose for your wedding day. 

In this blog we’ll be learning more about Annapolis, some of the best wedding venues in the area, and how Broadside Visuals can help you prepare to have your best wedding day in Annapolis, MD. 

What are some of the best wedding venues in Annapolis MD? 

With Annapolis being founded in 1649, there is a rich history in the downtown area which boasts a colonial style with many brick roads, narrow streets, and beautiful landscapes throughout. Whether you are looking to get married right on the water or at one of the more historic venues in the area, Annapolis has everything you could need. 

Keep reading to find out a few of the most popular wedding venues in and around Annapolis MD. 

Paca House and Garden 

Originally the house of William Paca, a signer of the declaration of independence, this charming venue provides a combination of style and romance for those looking to get married in a garden setting.

The venue can accommodate over 100 guests and boasts a chippendale style bridge overlooking a fish pond as well as many other garden arrangements for the perfect backdrop to your wedding photos or video.There is also a summerhouse available on the property which is perfect for small receptions and elopements!

If you are interested in incorporating a piece of historic Annapolis MD into your wedding day, then check out the Paca House and Garden

Whitehall

Whitehall is a manor situated on the Meredith and White Hall Creek located a short 10 minute drive from historic downtown Annapolis. This exclusive event only hosts 12 weddings a year and boasts a large manor style house as well as 135 acres of property. 

If you are looking for more of a Victorian, regal country, and pristine flair to your wedding day, Whitehall manor is definitely something you should look into. 

Annapolis Waterfront Hotel

With Annapolis being one of the “sailing capitals of the world”, you definitely need to consider finding a venue on the water for your wedding. 

Annapolis Waterfront Hotel is one of the prime locations located in the heart of the historic downtown and can host up to 250 guests per occasion. Since the venue is also a hotel it is a great choice if you need to book rooms for out of town guests. 

With award winning cuisine, a beautiful view of the harbor, you can’t get a better combination of a waterfront venue in Annapolis. 

What are some of the best things to do in Annapolis MD?

One of the aspects of Annapolis that makes it so unique is the abundance of historic buildings and landmarks, as well as the top notch restaurant and bar scene. Many times when you have wedding guests come from out of town they may have some down time before the wedding. 

Here are a few sites to see and places to experience if you are looking to explore Annapolis before the big wedding day!

The Naval Academy 

The long maritime history of Annapolis goes back even before the Naval Academy was founded in 1845. Today guests and tourists can visit the academy and see a few of the different things it has to offer. 

Whether that is checking out the museum, walking around the grounds and taking in a view of the Severn River, there are many activities to do. 

Since the Naval Academy is located right in the heart of downtown Annapolis, it is only a short walk from many other exciting and fun places. After you have had time to see the sites, consider checking out some of the best restaurants and bars located in the downtown area. 

Best Restaurants and Bars

You definitely haven’t fully experienced Annapolis cuisine until you have visited some of the best seafood restaurants and bars that are all throughout the downtown area. Below here are a few that you should definitely check out:

• Carrol’s Creek Café

• O'Leary's Seafood Restaurant

• Buddy’s Crabs and Ribs 

• Middleton Tavern 

• Pusser’s Caribbean Grille

There are also a wide variety of shops ranging from ice cream to clothing and apparel to choose from as you walk down Main Street or any of the streets throughout downtown.

I’ve picked out a venue and know where to eat, but now I need a photographer for my wedding!

Now that you know a little bit about Annapolis MD and what it can offer a soon to be bride and groom on their special day, you still need a photographer to help capture those unique moments. 

At Broadside Visuals, we have the ability and experience to ensure that your nautical Annapolis wedding will be immortalized forever in stellar photographs. We love capturing breathtaking moments of a wedding day and the happy couple, especially in a setting where the beauty of water can enhance your day. 

Broadside Visuals is a husband and wife team, Luke and Lizzie, who knows the intricacies of how to plan, execute, and craft an incredible wedding day story. Whether that is through pictures that capture the love and joy of your special day, or a wedding video that tells the story of your love, Broadside Visuals can do it all. 

To learn more about Luke and Lizzie’s story and to check out the value and offerings at Broadside Visuals, visit the contact us page on our website and we will be able to answer any of your questions!