Annapolis has 2 dispensaries licensed by the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). Anyone 21 or older can buy with a government-issued photo ID, whether they live in Maryland or are just visiting the capital. Both stores also serve registered patients, and Anne Arundel County has more licensed stores a short drive away in Edgewater, Pasadena, Crofton and other towns.
For a state capital, Annapolis has a small cannabis market: two stores, both west of the historic district, and both closing at 9 p.m. The bigger choice in this area comes from the surrounding county, which has 11 licensed stores in all, so it pays to know what is nearby before you set out.
All 2 Licensed Dispensaries in Annapolis, MD
Both stores use the 21401 ZIP code and sit on main roads leading out of town, not in the downtown waterfront area around City Dock.
Goldleaf is on West Street, the main road west from downtown, and Thrive Dispensary Annapolis is on Generals Highway, the route that runs northwest toward Crownsville. Visitors staying downtown will need a car, a ride or a bus to reach either one.
Best Annapolis Dispensaries for Every Need
Based on public Google ratings and hours, checked October 2026:
- Highest rated and most reviewed: Goldleaf, with 4.8 stars from about 3,400 reviews. Thrive has 4.1 stars from about 370.
- Hours: both open at 9 a.m. and close at 9 p.m.
- Medical patients: both serve patients and caregivers.
Visiting a Dispensary in Annapolis: ID, Payment and Hours
Boaters, Naval Academy visitors and legislative-session crowds should know that the MCA takes any state's driver's license, a U.S. or foreign passport, a passport card, a military ID or a tribal card. A college ID alone will not work. With both stores closing at 9 p.m., shop before dinner. Cash and debit are the safest ways to pay.
Annapolis and Maryland Cannabis Laws: Purchase Limits, Public Use and Driving
A store can sell you up to 1.5 ounces of flower, 12 grams of concentrate or 750 mg of THC in edibles each day, and those limits combine. City Dock, Main Street, Quiet Waters Park and Sandy Point State Park are public places, so smoking there can bring a civil fine of up to $50, or $150 for repeat offenses. Drivers may not consume cannabis in the passenger area of a vehicle.
The U.S. Naval Academy is federal property, and cannabis is illegal there for everyone, including visitors on a tour. Service members face military rules regardless of state law. Get the details in our Maryland marijuana law guide and our federal law guide.
Cannabis Taxes in Annapolis
Annapolis shoppers pay Maryland's 12% cannabis sales tax on adult-use purchases, the rate since July 1, 2025. Registered patients are exempt within their certified amount. Check the receipt for the tax line, and see our price guide for other states.
Medical Marijuana in Annapolis
Registered Maryland patients shop with their MCA ID number and a photo ID, pay no sales tax and get a patient hour or dedicated line. Registration starts with a provider's written certification.
Dispensaries Near Annapolis
With only two stores in town, these nearby Anne Arundel County options are worth knowing:
- Dispensaries in Edgewater: 2 stores just south across the South River.
- Dispensaries in Millersville: 1 store to the northwest.
- Dispensaries in Crofton: 1 store west on Route 50.
- Dispensaries in Pasadena: 2 stores to the north.
- Dispensaries in Glen Burnie: 1 store farther north toward Baltimore.
- Dispensaries in Grasonville: 1 store across the Bay Bridge in Queen Anne's County.
Every city is listed on our Maryland dispensary directory.
Annapolis Dispensary FAQ
Is weed legal in Annapolis?
Yes. Adults 21 and older can buy from licensed dispensaries and possess up to 1.5 ounces of flower, but not on Naval Academy grounds.
How many dispensaries are in Annapolis?
2: Goldleaf on West Street and Thrive on Generals Highway. Anne Arundel County has 11 in all.
Can tourists buy weed in Annapolis?
Yes. Adults 21 and older from any state can buy with a government-issued photo ID.
Is there a dispensary in downtown Annapolis?
No. Both stores are outside the historic district, on West Street and Generals Highway.
What time do dispensaries close in Annapolis?
Both close at 9 p.m. and open at 9 a.m.
Do Annapolis dispensaries take cards?
Bring cash or debit, and confirm any other payment method with the store.
How much weed can I buy in Annapolis?
1.5 ounces of flower, 12 grams of concentrate or 750 mg of THC in edibles per day, combined.
Can I take weed from Annapolis across the Bay Bridge?
Yes, as long as you stay in Maryland and within the limits. The Eastern Shore is part of the state, but the driver may not consume it on the way, so keep it in the trunk.
Can I get weed delivered in Annapolis?
Registered patients can. For adult-use customers, only a micro dispensary may deliver.
What is the best dispensary in Annapolis?
Goldleaf, with 4.8 stars from about 3,400 Google reviews.
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How we build this list: Both stores appear on the Maryland Cannabis Administration's licensed dispensary list. Ratings, review counts and hours are public Google Maps data, and we refresh the page monthly.