Talbot County Maryland Tourism

Explore Talbot County, the “Hamptons of the Chesapeake Bay.” With picturesque hamlets and towns: Oxford, Tilghman Island, St. Michaels, Easton, and Wye Mill, Talbot County offers a year-round destination rich in history, arts, and recreational opportunities.

The uniqueness of the county lies in the individuality and proximity of its towns. In just minutes, your drive places you in a completely different environment with its own natural beauty, history, and traditions. From the marshes and waterways surrounding the waterman’s villages to small towns with metropolitan amenities, nationally-acclaimed museums and restaurants, upscale boutiques and speciality shops, and art galleries, Talbot County is sure to provide varied experiences and treasured memories.

Festivities never end in Talbot County. Everything from Maryland blue crabs, oysters, and rockfish to the rich historical legacy, the arts, wildlife and agriculture are celebrated. You can enjoy live theater and concerts, or just take a stroll along the charming streets and admire the myriad architectural styles. The 602 miles of shoreline, five beautiful rivers, and the Eastern and Chesapeake Bays provide the perfect setting for sailing, yachting, cruising, sport fishing, water-skiing and eco-tours. Come and see the Chesapeake Bay’s famous log canoes and Skipjacks.

Whether you are just passing through, looking for a vacation destination, planning a meeting, conference or romantic wedding, Talbot County has what you are looking for.