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
Rooms were very clean and the staff was always there to help
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
We were in D.C. for a long weekend getaway. We arrived at The Hamilton 3 hours before check-in time anticipating to have our luggage put in the luggage hold. We were pleasantly surprised to be told that our room was available. The lobby area was beautiful, and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Very accommodating; although they were shorthanded w/staff.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Clean spacious room
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Room was clean and nice ?
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC/U.S. Capitol
Staff was very helpful. Room was too warm so they reset the thermostat and provided a fan. Nice room.
Reviewed on 10 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.