Saint Michaels
Saint Michaels is a community in Talbot County, Maryland, United States. It is sometimes known as St. Michaels. Saint Michaels is named after the Episcopal Parish that was formed there in 1677. St. Michaels, Maryland, is a tranquil coastal town with a history reaching back to the mid-1600s. It was formerly a trading hub for tobacco farmers and fur trappers. During the War of 1812, the town assisted in defending against the British and afterwards became a significant hub of shipbuilding and fishing.
Tourists will appreciate the town's ancient churches, colonial residences, and beautiful Victorian homes. Visit the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum along the waterfront to learn more about the town's maritime history. St. Michaels also boasts a notable 19th-century lighthouse and a charming waterfront with yacht marinas. Tourists can rent sailboats, canoes, and kayaks from the harbor. Several firms also provide chartered boat tours and fishing trips from the harbor out onto the Chesapeake Bay.
The combination of popular marinas, inns and bed and breakfasts, shops, and restaurants in St. Michaels makes it a popular destination for boaters as well as those traveling by vehicle. The community is located on Maryland's Eastern Shore, close to other prominent locations such as Easton and Oxford. St. Michaels features a variety of eateries ranging from casual pizza to sophisticated dining. The restaurant reviews on Tripadvisor are an excellent resource for finding something that suits your taste and budget.
Address: Talbot County, Maryland, United States
Rating: 20,835 Tripadvisor reviews
Website: http://stmichaelsmd.org/