Gwyn’s Guidebook
Food scene
The CD Cafe
14350 Solomons Island Road SouthGreat local restaurant that serves creative, gourmet cuisine.
The Tiki Bar
85 Charles StFun outdoor bar with good drinks and great bands.
Port of Leonardtown Winery
23190 Newtowne Neck RdGreat local winery!
Sweetbay Restaurant & Bar
22680 Washington StGreat local restaurant.
No Thyme to Cook
14624 Solomons Island Rd SWe offer one-of-a-kind culinary experiences!
Hidden Harbor
14755 Dowell RdBest pizza in town!
Sightseeing
Calvert Marine Museum og Drum Point Lighthouse
14200 Solomons Island Rd SReally fabulous local museum.
Beautiful outdoor sculpture gardens - great for a scenic walk.
Located just outside Solomons, Annmarie Garden features a walking path meandering through woods past works on loan from the Smithsonian Institution along with other artful surprises, a children’s natural play space and native gardens. The center hosts exhibits, a unique gift shop, Nature Nook and the artLAB, a creative re-use space. All ages will enjoy events and festivals, hands-on activities, public art programs and a beautiful setting. Pet friendly (leashed) excluding special events.
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Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
13470 Dowell RdBeautiful outdoor sculpture gardens - great for a scenic walk.
Located just outside Solomons, Annmarie Garden features a walking path meandering through woods past works on loan from the Smithsonian Institution along with other artful surprises, a children’s natural play space and native gardens. The center hosts exhibits, a unique gift shop, Nature Nook and the artLAB, a creative re-use space. All ages will enjoy events and festivals, hands-on activities, public art programs and a beautiful setting. Pet friendly (leashed) excluding special events.
Chesapeake Bay Charters - A Family Sailing Adventure
255 Lore RdGet out on the water while you're here!
Solomons Boat Rental
14443 Solomons Island Rd SRent jet skis & small boats for a special adventure!
Cruisin Tikis Solomons Island
Super fun trips around the local waterways.
Spa
Jacqueline Morgan Day Spa Solomons
Luxurious spa just steps away from your stay!
Shopping
Eclectic mix of fun shopping! Great place to get your Solomons sweatshirt.
The Blue Shell Gifts and Decor
Eclectic mix of fun shopping! Great place to get your Solomons sweatshirt.
Hikes
Twenty-two miles of serene public hiking trails in three locations make this a great place to hike and explore. Guided canoe trips, guided hikes and a volunteer-run donation farm program round out the opportunities for people to connect with the land.
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American Chestnut Land Trust South Side Trailhead
1985 Scientists Cliffs RdTwenty-two miles of serene public hiking trails in three locations make this a great place to hike and explore. Guided canoe trips, guided hikes and a volunteer-run donation farm program round out the opportunities for people to connect with the land.
This 100-acre ecological sanctuary includes the northernmost naturally occurring stand of bald cypress trees in America. A nature trail features an elevated boardwalk. The Nature Center houses live animals and exhibits. Classes, demonstrations, field trips and special programs are offered throughout the year. Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more. No pets allowed. Hours vary by season.
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Battle Creek Cypress Swamp Sanctuary
2880 Grays RdThis 100-acre ecological sanctuary includes the northernmost naturally occurring stand of bald cypress trees in America. A nature trail features an elevated boardwalk. The Nature Center houses live animals and exhibits. Classes, demonstrations, field trips and special programs are offered throughout the year. Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more. No pets allowed. Hours vary by season.
Hike through this 1,460-acre wooded state park to the majestic Calvert Cliffs on the Chesapeake Bay. Formed over 15 million years ago, the cliffs contain more than 600 species of fossils. Ideal for hiking, picnicking, fishing and fossil hunting. Two-mile walk to the beach. Large tire playground. Information available for pavilion rentals, youth camping or hunting. Limited wheelchair access.
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Calvert Cliffs State Park
10540 H G Trueman RdHike through this 1,460-acre wooded state park to the majestic Calvert Cliffs on the Chesapeake Bay. Formed over 15 million years ago, the cliffs contain more than 600 species of fossils. Ideal for hiking, picnicking, fishing and fossil hunting. Two-mile walk to the beach. Large tire playground. Information available for pavilion rentals, youth camping or hunting. Limited wheelchair access.
The park includes sandy beaches, freshwater ponds and views of Calvert Cliffs, along with hiking trails, fossil hunting, observation platforms, wetlands boardwalk, Observation pier and visitors center with wildlife exhibits. Picnic tables and grills are provided. Limited wheelchair access. Reservations are required for groups of 30 or more. Dogs on leash permitted. Hours vary by season.
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Flag Ponds Nature Park
1525 Flag Ponds PkwyThe park includes sandy beaches, freshwater ponds and views of Calvert Cliffs, along with hiking trails, fossil hunting, observation platforms, wetlands boardwalk, Observation pier and visitors center with wildlife exhibits. Picnic tables and grills are provided. Limited wheelchair access. Reservations are required for groups of 30 or more. Dogs on leash permitted. Hours vary by season.
Nearly 70 archaeological sites on the property reflect more than 8,000 years of human occupation. Included are a visitor center, exhibit barn, gift shop, hiking trails, a re-created Indian Village and canoe/kayak launch. Also on the grounds is the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory. Call about scheduling a tour of the facility.
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Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10515 Mackall RdNearly 70 archaeological sites on the property reflect more than 8,000 years of human occupation. Included are a visitor center, exhibit barn, gift shop, hiking trails, a re-created Indian Village and canoe/kayak launch. Also on the grounds is the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory. Call about scheduling a tour of the facility.
Golf
This 18-hole, par 72 county owned course is just minutes from Solomons. Undulating fairways, elevation changes, water hazards and doglegs make this a favorite. Amenities include driving range, pro shop, lessons and a snack bar.
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Please Google Chesapeake Hills Golf COURSE
11352 H G Trueman RdThis 18-hole, par 72 county owned course is just minutes from Solomons. Undulating fairways, elevation changes, water hazards and doglegs make this a favorite. Amenities include driving range, pro shop, lessons and a snack bar.
Fossil Hunting
Customizable, guided fossil hunting tours of the beautiful beach at Flag Ponds Nature Park and surrounding area.
Chesapeake Heritage and Paleontology Tours
Customizable, guided fossil hunting tours of the beautiful beach at Flag Ponds Nature Park and surrounding area.