Downtown Silver Spring Travel Guide
Washington
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.
National Mall
Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.
White House
Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.
Arlington National Cemetery
A beautiful and vast space, America's most famous military cemetery is a fitting tribute to the nation’s fallen heroes.
United States Capitol
Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Top hotels in Downtown Silver Spring
Washington Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Sheraton Pentagon City Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Hotel Arboretum
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
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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 Capital One Arena, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
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 Union Station Shopping Center.
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 National City Christian Church.
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.
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.
- DCI World Headquarters
- Mayor of Silver Spring
- National Mall
- White House
- MGM National Harbor Casino
- Arlington National Cemetery
- United States Capitol
- University of Maryland
- National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Washington Monument
- Smithsonian's National Zoo
- Georgetown University
- National Museum of Natural History
- Six Flags America
- Merriweather Post Pavilion