Downtown Silver Spring Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Silver Spring
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 lively festivals and great live music.
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.
AFI Silver Theatre
You can enjoy a show at AFI Silver Theatre during your stay in Silver Spring. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.
Gateway to NOAA
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Gateway to NOAA during your trip to Silver Spring. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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 lively festivals.
Things to do
Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour
Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Museum of the Bible Admission Ticket
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
Top hotels in Downtown Silver Spring
Washington Plaza Hotel
"Had my car battery die in the self-parking garage. Staff came together and was able to jump my battery within half an hour. They saved me from a HUGE pain. Can’t thank them enough."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
"Thank you !"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
"Good experience overall, as usual, but we were disappointed with the bar closing so early every night. Who closes a bar at 9:30p or 10p even? Regardless, the housekeeping service was top notch, and the breakfast at the restaurant was surpringly worth the price. For a good hotel in DC, the Hamilton ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Watermark Hotel
"Room was clean. Staff were nice. Breakfast was amazing! Really liked how close we were to Tysons Corner and Wegmans! Decent amount of food options. Just be aware that you have to pay a daily fee for parking each day ($20 per day). Also, pretty close to DC! Elevators were a bit confusing at first ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Harborside Hotel
"Unfortunately, due to the times we are living in the hotel was short staffed. However, this did not take away from the friendliness, helpfulness and time they put into being cordial and polite."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Salamander Washington DC
"Only stayed one night. The location is not the best but it is brand new and very nice. It was formerly the Mandarin Oriental. It is a very nice hotel."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Silver Spring
Downtown Washington D.C.
Known for its fascinating museums and important monuments, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Washington D.C.. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and National Museum of Women in the Arts, and jump on the metro at McPherson Sq. Station or Center Station to see more of the city.
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.
Georgetown
Georgetown is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Georgetown Park or Washington Harbour.
Old Town Alexandria
Take time in Old Town Alexandria to visit attractions like Athenaeum and Alexandria City Hall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at King Street Station to see more of the city.
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.
