Top Things to do in Talbot County
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Discover the best top things to do in Talbot County, United States including Lyon Rum Distillery, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse, Avalon Theatre, Oxford-Bellevue Ferry, Eastern Shore Brewing, Pickering Creek Audubon Center, Idlewild Park, Tilghman Island, Saint Michaels Winery.
Restaurants in Talbot County
1. Lyon Rum Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 204 reviews
LYON RUM Distillery is a micro distillery located in Saint Michaels, Maryland, steps from the Chesapeake Bay. Founded in 2012, the distillery launched with a signature line of rums paying tribute to the rich, spirited traditions of the Eastern Shore. Hand-crafted from start to finish, LYON RUM begins as intentionally-sourced raw ingredients, and are hand-crafted – mashed, fermented, and double-distilled in small pot stills – every step of the way, resulting in a superior and unique final product. The goal is to create distinct spirits – working to define the category of new American rum. The distillery is also home to Gray Wolf Craft Spirits, a boutique operation offering grain-to-glass spirits.
Reviewed By scottp656 - Southampton, United States
The barista was very knowledgeable and "walked" us through the various selections offered by Lyon's Distellery. We had fun tasting the many varieties, and purchased several.
2. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,019 reviews
*Before visiting, please visit welcome.cbmm.org for updates on our reopening. Each time you experience the Chesapeake Bay with us, you’ll find something different. Be sure to talk to our Shipwrights and apprentices in our Shipyard for insight into their current work in progress. Additionally, CBMM offers changing exhibitions, educational programs, boat rides on the Miles River, small craft rentals, and annual festivals celebrating Chesapeake Bay culture, boats, seafood, and history. With a waterfront, park-like setting, including numerous outdoor and indoor exhibitions, a Museum Store (with an ATM machine), and a member’s marina, you’ll find us on the Miles River in the heart of the historic town of St. Michaels. With two-day general admission, we encourage you to take a harbor-side stroll over Honeymoon Bridge to enjoy unique shopping, delicious dining, and fabulous lodging experiences. And be sure to check out the local brewery, winery, and distillery, and other town-wide events.
Reviewed By zap2504
Learned a great deal about how the English settlers treated the Native Americans (who taught them about oysters and crabbing); the two black resorts built in the Jim Crow era; the story about the yacht Isabel (was in a different slip than advertised - near the reconstruction shed) which was donated to the museum along with large funding grants to build the museum building; how life was like on a screw-pile lighthouse remotely placed in the bay. Got an entrance fee discount by having a Blue Heron coffee cup. May also apply to other local businesses.
3. 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Note: Full access to the lighthouse is limited due to COVID-19. Please visit welcome.cbmm.org for details. Ascend the steps of the Hooper Strait Lighthouse and travel back in time to learn how 19th century lighthouse keepers tended their station in the middle of the Bay. Through this hands-on exhibit, visitors can climb the sea hatch, tend the huge lens, or stand watch on the lookout for ships or fog, experiencing firsthand the solitary, often heroic lives of Hooper Strait lighthouse keepers. The 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse, now standing on Navy Point, was originally built in 1879 to light the way for boats passing through the shallow, dangerous shoals of Hooper Strait, a thoroughfare for boats bound from the Chesapeake Bay across Tangier Sound to Deal Island or places along the Nanticoke and Wicomico Rivers. As a “screwpile” lighthouse, it is built on special iron pilings which were tipped with a screw that could be turned into the muddy bottom for a depth of 10 feet or more.
Reviewed By zap2504
Very eye opening exhibit (on the grounds of the CBMM). This particular screw-pile lighthouse was 2 miles off shore when it was in use. Had no idea of the arduous life of watermen.
4. Avalon Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By danmT73XR
A very nice, friendly place with a wide variety of performances and presentations. Located right in the center of charming Easton, MD. We combined an Avalon show as part of a weekend getaway. Suggest you check their listings, find something you like, and spend the night nearby.
5. Oxford-Bellevue Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By 2tammyc - San Antonio, United States
Every year we visit the eastern shore we take this historic ferry from st michaels to Oxford to have lunch and the Robert Morris Inn. There is no better way to get there and everyone is just so friendly on the ferry. They give us dining recommendations and are super helpful. You can drive on or walk one. This ferry ride is not to be missed.
6. Eastern Shore Brewing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By Iluvtoyz
Great place to stop in for a quick drink or do a flight or have a bunch. Games to play while drinking too. Locals and tourist alike come in. Bartenders are so nice!!! We Visited it each day of our trip to St. Michaels. Stop in!!
7. Pickering Creek Audubon Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
400-Acre Audubon Center and wildlife sanctuary that is open to the public to explore 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset, free of charge. 4+ Miles of trails through forest, field, warm season grass meadow, fresh and brackish wetlands and creek edge.
Reviewed By MelodyM818 - Coatesville, United States
Excellent marshland walking trail Plenty of shore birds Well maintained Large creek and walking trails
8. Idlewild Park
9. Tilghman Island
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 293 reviews
Historic and picturesque island in Chesapeake Bay.
Reviewed By RKatie6 - Washington DC, United States
AN EXTRAORDINARILY SAFE FIRST-CLASS STAY at the Gorgeous Tilghman Island Inn! For those of you looking for a respite from today's news, I recommend a visit to the Tilghman Island Inn. We have visited the Inn for over 30 years and the latest renovation has finally turned an unbelievably beautiful location into a first-class Inn. From my first phone contact with Sherri to our checkout with Murielle, we had delightful and informative help with every question. They are stringent with their COVID regime and we felt completely safe throughout our stay. The new, COVID-safe breakfast was such a treat I can only hope they will keep it after the pandemic is finally gone. We picked up our pre-packaged breakfast at the desk and took it outside to eat on the deck overlooking the Nature Preserve across the narrow inlet from the Inn. TWO EAGLES, a heron, a spectacular egret and numerous other water birds entertained us while we ate fresh baguette slices with charcuterie, fresh orange and grapefruit slices, delicious cheese, a fresh mini chocolate croissant and mini apple tart and the BEST bite of smoked poached salmon & cream cheese I have ever eaten! Our second floor room with balcony overlooking the waterway and Nature Preserve was comfortable, roomy and had a terrific gas fireplace which we tried just because it was there! The beautiful bathroom with jacuzzi tub had lovely complimentary essentials and a stunning glass door with their amazing logo. The complimentary bottles of water were also most welcome. The always safely-distanced and masked staff made our stay a total treat and total success. Go and enjoy!!
10. Saint Michaels Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By Stubbz76 - Baltimore, United States
Although Covid has placed restrictions on most all businesses St Michaels found a way to still deliver a very enjoyable expeirence. The "flights" offered a chnce to see what you wanted to take home at an agreeable price. Before this place I'd never tried a wine slushy. Now I make them at home with wine I bought from the winery. A cool day trip!
