Downtown Silver Spring Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station
Embark on a guided tour of this redbrick former transportation hub and sit in the waiting room under 1940s fluorescent light.
DCI World Headquarters
DCI World Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Silver Spring, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
AFI Silver Theatre
You can enjoy a show at AFI Silver Theatre during your stay in Silver Spring. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Ellsworth Place
During your trip to Silver Spring, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ellsworth Place. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Mayor of Silver Spring
You can find out about the history of Silver Spring with a stop at Mayor of Silver Spring. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Gateway to NOAA
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Gateway to NOAA during your trip to Silver Spring. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
City Cruises Washington DC: Signature Lunch Cruise
No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook
Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide
Washington Capitals Ice Hockey Game at Capital One Arena
Top hotels in Downtown Silver Spring
Washington Plaza Hotel
The room was nice and clean. Everything was up to the park, but I was expecting more of a updated room on a small side but very nice.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Giving the site an “ok” rating because of the location and the historic atmosphere. The staff were nice. The rooms are small. The “Queen” beds were definitely double beds only. The beds were also very uncomfortable. The bathroom linens were old and threadbare. The only accessible drinking water was ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Not enough towels offered. Called to get more towels, was told we would get them but no one dropped them off.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Wonderful
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Pool was heated kids loved it
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hotel Washington
Starburst is within 5 minutes walk
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Silver Spring
Northwest
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Northwest. Check out top attractions like White House and Smithsonian Institution, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Shaw
Visitors often come to Shaw for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Howard Theatre and Carter G. Woodson Residence. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Shaw Station.
Northeast
Northeast is a destination travellers like for its monuments, and you might hop aboard the metro at Rhode Island Ave. Station or Brookland-CUA Station to explore sights like Smithsonian Institution.
Logan Circle
A noteworthy feature of Logan Circle is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Studio Theatre and Mary McLeod Bethune Council House.
Dupont Circle
Visitors to Dupont Circle love its fantastic nightlife, and you can check out Dupont Circle and Mansion on O Street. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Dupont Circle Station.
Connecticut Ave - K Street
While you're in Connecticut Ave - K Street, take in top sights like National Geographic Museum or K Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Farragut North Station or Farragut West Station.
