Among The Best Maryland Eastern Shore Hotels – Near Outstanding Attractions
Welcome to the Tidewater Inn, set among the area’s best attractions. Come see why we’re the preferred choice for Eastern Shore vacations, just steps from the Avalon Theatre. You will find an abundance of galleries featuring local, regional, and national artists -- as well as fabulous dining within walking distance. Visit the area’s friendly shopkeepers or browse the Farmer’s Market every Wednesday afternoon. You’ll discover an array of fun things to do while staying at our Maryland Eastern Shore hotel, including:
- Abundance of galleries, featuring local, regional, and national artists
- Performing arts, most notably at the Avalon Theatre, directly across from the Tidewater
- Eclectic dining, available within walking distance
- Sophisticated shopping, truly an art form in historic Easton, with designer clothing, fine art and jewelry, and one-of-a-kind gifts
Festival of Trees
Each year, the Tidewater Inn opens its doors to the Talbot Hospice Foundation for the annual Festival of Trees. Throughout our lobby and the Crystal Ballroom, trees sponsored by local businesses and organizations are displayed with varied decorations and styles, all within this year's theme of "Joy to the World."
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Things To Do Near Our Unique Eastern Shore Vacation Spot
Since Easton is ranked among America’s top 50 best small art towns, you’d expect this quaint city to have its share of galleries. Near our Eastern Shore Maryland hotel, however, you’ll also find an array of women’s boutiques, hunting shops, pet stores, and gift shops. Ensure a memorable Maryland Eastern Shore vacation, with a list of attractions that includes:
Avalon Theatre
Housed in a beautiful Art Deco building, the Avalon Theatre is the “Showplace of the Eastern Shore.” From the symphony to Bluegrass, comedians to art festivals, the Avalon provides entertainment for the entire family, no matter what your interest.
Academy Art Museum
Accredited by the American Association of Museums, the Academy Art Museum was founded in 1958 and located in historic downtown Easton on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Providing national and regional exhibitions, performances, educational programs, and both visual and performing arts classes to adults and children, the Museum also offers a vibrant concert and lecture series … which attracts numerous top musicians, curators, and scholars from throughout the art world. The Museum's Permanent Collection consists of works on paper and contemporary works by American and European masters.
Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra
The Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra was founded in 1997 and consists of the MSO Conductor and 40 professionally trained musicians. The MSO is a "traveling" professional orchestra. During the 2004-2005 season, the orchestra performed for over 3,300 patrons in four locations on the Eastern Shore and DelMarVa Peninsula.
Albright's Gun Shop
Albright's Gun Shop is located in Historic Easton, on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. It’s a traditional gun shop that has all types of guns, from collectable second-hand firearms to new handguns and longs guns. Albright’s Gun Shop is a direct dealer for Caesar Guerini, Beretta, Benelli, Franchi, Sig Arms, Stoeger, and Uberti firearms.
Anastasia, Ltd.
Anastasia is a classic women's boutique in historic downtown Easton, across from the Tidewater Inn. We feature tailored sportswear, unique sweaters, and stylish dresses (casual, business, and evening). Don't miss our gorgeous selection of daytime and evening jewelry, handbags, lingerie, scarves and wraps, and gifts.
Attic Artifacts
Come visit Attic Artifacts, a unique consignment shop and Art Gallery on East Dover Street, Easton. Hanging from the ceiling is an old-fashioned wooden toboggan; paintings for sale hang on the walls; and furniture pieces, glassware appliances, bicycles, clothing, dolls, and lamps are ready to be sold. Everywhere you look, there are cats. Some are part of the decor, adorning a sofa or pictured sleeping on a rug. But some are real, lolling on the floor or basking in the attention of store owner Lorrie Walpole -- who said she started the business to support her work with animals. She rescues cats, takes care of their medical needs, and places them up for adoption. There is a “kitty fund” jar on the store counter to help with expenses for these animals. Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 pm. (410) 770-8828
Camelot Antiques Ltd.
A quality group shop featuring three floors of 19th- and 20th-century furniture and accessories -- Quimper, Rose Medallion, sterling, crystal, clocks, and an exceptional selection of antique jewelry. Member of the Easton Antique Dealers Association.
Chapels Country Creamery
A working farm that milks cows partly to make cheese. Currently selling its cheese at retail stores.
Easton Gourmet
Coffee, teas, candy, ice cream, gifts, seasonings, sauces, gift baskets, and more. (410) 822-1199
Four Pawed Fashionista
Handmade jewelry for people and pets.
Fuzzy’s Bear Factory & Gifts
Fuzzy’s was opened last year in St. Michaels, MD, and is now being relocated to Easton under the new ownership of Janice Renshaw and Cathy Weems. We are a store where children can choose an animal friend to be filled, dressed in an outfit, and carried home in a box with its very own birth certificate. We specialize in children’s birthday parties and special occasion gift baskets. We carry unique toys for children of all ages. Please email fuzzys@goeaston.net for additional information.
Gallery Viviann Napp
Expect the unexpected. Our aim is to push the boundaries in an exciting way. Flanking the east end of the historic district of Easton, 109 South Street is a renovated Arts and Crafts cottage. Located across from the Easton Art Academy, you will enter a venue for emerging and established artists.
Gourmet Gallery
Need a last-minute gift? Stumped for client gifts, business thank-you's, birthdays, or any other special occasion? Gourmet Gallery is here to help! Offering the finest French Chocolates, tasty English Cookies, and scrumptious jams from just up the road in Chester. You can also enjoy full-bodied sauces from Easton, a pantry-full of English Tea, and rich Italian Olive Oil. All may be beautifully arranged in any sized basket to give as a gift. Also featuring original artwork by local and regional artists. These include pottery, paintings, paper maché, and Picassiette.
Irish Traditions
Gifts and more! 35 North Harrison St., Easton, MD 21601. Please email traditions@verizon.net for additional information.
Jake's Pet Boutique, Inc.
Jake's Pet Boutique is a new specialty shop catering to pampered pets and their owners. The inventory is distinctive, bearing little resemblance to standard pet shop merchandise.
M. Randall & Co.
Over a decade ago, M. Randall came to historic downtown Easton and brought a true sense of European styling -- created and made in the United States. Quality is their ultimate priority. Clothes are hand-selected for you by their in-house buyers. This is a women's dress shop where fashions are not just about size but also attitude! Sweaters, separates, and accessories are unique, artistic, limited, and classy -- with the odd piece that is truly timeless. M. Randall & Co., where the ordinary just doesn’t exist, is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also open on Sundays during December.
South Street Art Gallery
The House filled with Fine Art! Experience the charm of this gallery -- housed in a gracious, circa 1854 Victorian home in the historic Eastern Shore village of Easton. Enjoy the casual elegance of two stories filled with paintings, prints, sculpture, and fine crafts.
Trade Whims
Trade Whims is directly across from the Tidewater Inn in historic downtown Easton. We bring you treasures from around the world: Thai silks, cashmere, table linens and accessories, and unique gift items made and imported by local artisans. Our china is hand-painted and fired by the owner; commissions are welcomed. The new Baby Room is full of fun gifts and clothes for babies, toddlers, and their moms!
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Discover a classical retreat at the Tidewater Inn, where trend meets tradition. Blending old-world European charm with modern features and services, our inviting inn is a beautiful getaway destination.
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