Queen Anne’s County is located immediately east of the William Preston Lane Jr. Memorial Bridge (Chesapeake Bay Bridge), serving as a major transportation corridor connecting the Maryland mainland with the Delmarva Peninsula. Queen Anne’s County offers a highly sought-after lifestyle, within commuting distance to the Washington DC/Baltimore metro area, and uniquely accessible by land, air, and water.
Visitor Information
Chesapeake Heritage & Visitors Center (CHVC)
Free Parking, Chesapeake Legacy Museum, Rotating Art Exhibit, Observation Tower, Cross Island Trail, Ferry Point Park
425 Piney Narrows Road, Chester, Maryland 21619 | 410.604.2100
Kent Narrows Development Foundation (located in CHVC)
Bay Country (State) Welcome Center
100 Welcome Center Drive, Centreville, Maryland 21617 | 410.758.2181
Queen Anne’s County Chamber of Commerce
1561 Postal Road, Chester, Maryland 21619 | 410.643.8530
By Land
For Route US 50/301 & Chesapeake Bay Bridge conditions check with the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA)| 1-877-BAYSPAN (229-7726)
For assistance crossing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, call Kent Island Express at least one hour prior to crossing| 410.604.0486
Tip-Travelers only pay a toll eastbound on US Route 50/301. Use an EZ-Pass for a quicker, hassle-free toll experience! During the summer months, remember to allow extra travel time on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons.
By Air
Baltimore Washington Int. Thurgood Marshall (BWI) 36 miles
Ronald Regan Washington National (DCA) 47 miles
Washington Dulles International (IDA) 72 miles
Philadelphia International (PHL) 99 miles
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) 209 miles
General Aviation
Bay Bridge Airport (Public Use Airport) 410-643-4346
By Water
Arrive by boat to our award-winning restaurants for delectable eats, sensational beats, and unparalleled views. Check out our complete listing of dock bar dining, marinas, and charter services.