Annapolis Maryland Field Trips 2009
Immerse your students in the history, culture and fun of Annapolis. Only Watermark offers so many ways to experience and learn about this special place, both by land and by water.
Watermark has been guiding fieldtrips on land and water for over 30 years! Let our experienced field trip coordinators put together a comprehensive package to give your students the complete Annapolis experience!
Call Today! 410.268.7601 x104 (toll free 1.800.569.9622) or use our easy "Book it" buttons below, 24 hours a day!
Pricing reflects the discount for groups of 20 or more students.
In School Program
Bring history to life right in the classroom! Invite a Colonial Guide into your classroom to share about the life and times of the Colonials in the mid to late 18th Century. Children will love listening to stories while history comes to life (more about our in-school program).
Our Most Popular Field Trips
| Walk with the Colonials – Historic District: 1 ½ Hour Tour | Pricing | |
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Our colonial attired tour guides will bring history to life as your students visit key sites that are part of Maryland's colonial past and our nation's history. Learn about life in the mid to late 18th century. Tour includes the temporary Maryland State House exhibit (when available). This tour satisfies several of the Maryland State Department of Education curriculum requirements. Add one or both of these tours for your complete Annapolis experience! U.S. Naval Academy |
$7.00/Student, $9.00/Adult |
| Annapolis Harbor & U.S. Naval Academy: 40 Minute Cruise | ||
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Step aboard Harbor Queen for a 40-minute narrated cruise of historic Annapolis Harbor and the banks of the U.S. Naval Academy. Students will enjoy getting on the water and catching a glimpse of the Bay Bridge. |
$4/Student, $8/Adult |
| Day in Annapolis : 2 Hour Tour + 40 Minute Cruise | ||
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Combine our Walk with the Colonials* tour with the 40-minute Annapolis Harbor & U.S. Naval Academy boat cruise to give your students the complete Annapolis experience on land and water. Create a package by adding lunch to your day or let students eat their lunch aboard Harbor Queen during the 40-minute cruise. *Tour includes the U.S. Naval Academy |
$13.50/Student, $19.50/Adult |
| African-American Heritage Tour "2006 Heritage Award Winner" | ||
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In Partnership with the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation. This unique walking tour engages students as they trace the rich history of African-Americans in Annapolis with their impact nationally and internationally. Key historical sites including the Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Memorial and the Thurgood Marshall Memorial are a part of this journey. |
$8.00/Student, $10.00/Adult |
| Colonial Myths & Legends Tour | ||
 | Experience the mysteries and fascinations of Annapolis! Step back into a time when news events, stories and strange happenings were all the rage. Incomprehesible myths and unforgetable legends will come alive on your trek through the historic alleyways and brick covered sidewalks of Annapolis. Become mystified with folklore and historical figureheads that left their mark on history. |
$7.00/Student, $9.00/Adult |
| Pirates of the Chesapeake: 1 Hour Cruise | ||
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Become part of our pirate crew during this interactive theatrical performance. Your students will band together to commandeer a sea-worthy ship for a cruise along the Severn River. Come find out what it takes to engage in this high-seas adventure! |
$10.00/Student, $14.00/Adult |
| The Challenge of the Pirate Quest: 2 Hour Land/Water Program | ||
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Engage your students with actual tales of pirates who prowled the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Once they build a tool used by sailor of old, students will step aboard and cruise the Bay discovering little know facts about maritime history and piracy. Ingenuity and teamwork will be needed from the students to unravel the mystery of this treasure. |
$18.00/Student, $20.00/Adult |
| Teen Pizza Party: 3 Hour Cruise | ||
| Reward your students with this fun three hour cruise on the scenic Severn River. The program includes pizza, soda and a DJ. Up to 225 guests can be accommodated. |
Pricing as low as $23/person depending on group size. |
| Treasure Our Water: At the NEW Annapolis Maritime Museum | ||
| Learn about one of our most valuable natural resources, water, and its interaction with people and the ecosystem of the Chesapeake Bay. Students will explore water conservation, observe the roles of wetlands, and learn about the importance of oysters in water quality. Students will spend half the time ashore at the Annapolis Maritime Museum and half on a boat examining Bay waters up close. |
$15.00/Student, $20.00/Adult |
| Colonial Pursuit | ||
| Armed with compass and clues, Watermark colonial guides will help your students discover the hidden secrets of Annapolis. To find the answers, teams will visit a variety of Annapolis landmarks, all within a half-mile radius of Annapolis City Dock. Inscriptions on statues will be read, architectural features of buildings identified, and other notable landmarks will be searched to answer the scavenger hunt riddles. |
$8.00//Student, $10.00//Adult |
| In-School Program: Modern Student Meets Colonial Times | ||
 | Our 18th Century Annapolitan will lead your young scholars on a journey back in time to explore life during Colonial America. Your students will join in lively discussions about settlement, government, and daily life. They will also participate in a rousing rendition of the skit: George Washington and His Capable Crew. |
1 hour |
Call us at 410.268.7601 x104 to add a meal to your outing.
Any trip may be canceled due to severe weather, mechanical breakdown or lack of participation. Building interiors when available.