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.
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.
National Mall
Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
Why not visit the animals who live at Smithsonian's National Zoo and see why this is a favourite sight in Washington? Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries.
National Air and Space Museum
Heaven for aviation enthusiasts, this museum takes you on an uplifting journey through the history of flight and space travel.
University of Maryland, College Park
Explore the campus of University of Maryland, College Park, a top university in College Park. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
Things to do
African American Heritage Tour of Washington DC/Free tickets NMAAC
Spirit of Washington D.C. Signature Lunch Cruise
Odyssey Washington D.C. Premier 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Band
Washington, DC: ARTECHOUSE Immersive Art Experience Ticket
Small-Group Guided Tour inside US Capitol & Library of Congress
Washington DC Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Silver Spring
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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 National Mall, and jump on the metro at Cleveland Park Station or Van Ness-UDC Station to see more of the city.
Upper Northwest
If you're spending time in Upper Northwest, check out sights like Smithsonian's National Zoo or Washington National Cathedral and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Tenleytown Station or Van Ness-UDC 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 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 National City Christian Church and Studio Theatre.
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.