Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Silver Spring February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Silver Spring Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Silver-Spring.dx6891)[Hotels in Silver Spring](https://expedia.co.uk/Silver-Spring-Hotels.d6891.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Silver Spring](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Silver-Spring.d6891.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Silver Spring Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Silver-Spring.d6891.Car-Hire-Guide)[Silver Spring Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Silver-Spring.d6891.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Silver Spring, MD ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Silver Spring Types of activities Where to stay [Silver Spring travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Silver-Spring.dx6891) ![Silver Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6891/045859c4-fe41-45ad-93a2-84da756b5087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Silver Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6891/045859c4-fe41-45ad-93a2-84da756b5087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Silver Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6891/bc0eacaf-89f2-4e50-bfac-2839db629616.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Silver Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6891/dde97a11-7a9c-4722-9493-5707055b61c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Silver Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6891/30de3d28-e9c1-4ba1-b19e-6a3e61c4f68d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Silver Spring Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Silver Spring has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Silver Spring, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Silver Spring with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Silver Spring Silver Spring is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Silver Spring, and make it a breeze to explore Silver Spring and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Silver Spring to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Silver Spring, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Silver Spring. #### Silver Spring attractions Silver Spring has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Silver Spring to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Silver Spring. Looking for things to do in Silver Spring can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Silver Spring or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Silver Spring attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Silver Spring | Number of things to do | 418 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Washington](/things-to-do/private-audio-guided-walking-tour-in-washington.a46100630.activity-details): £5 | | Top 5 things to do | [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)[Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-off-trolley-tour.a169282.activity-details)[Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour](/things-to-do/washington-by-day-small-group-sightseeing-tour-via-electric-vehicle.a258076.activity-details)[Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)[Washington, D.C. Day Trip from New York](/things-to-do/washington-d-c-day-trip-from-new-york.a184049.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour](/things-to-do/washington-by-day-small-group-sightseeing-tour-via-electric-vehicle.a258076.activity-details)[Holiday Lights & Nights City Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets](/things-to-do/night-monuments-tour-with-8-stops-and-admission-ticket-upgrades.a1213008.activity-details)[DC at Dusk Night Tour](/things-to-do/dc-at-dusk-night-tour.a262417.activity-details)[No-Wait Washington Monument Direct Entry Tickets & Guidebook](/things-to-do/no-wait-washington-monument-direct-entry-tickets-guidebook.a48416454.activity-details)[Washington DC Icons at Night: Small Group & Eco-Friendly Electric Cart Tour](/things-to-do/washington-by-night-small-group-sightseeing-tour-via-electric-vehicle.a258100.activity-details) | | With kids | [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details)[Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour](/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-off-trolley-tour.a169282.activity-details)[Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour](/things-to-do/washington-by-day-small-group-sightseeing-tour-via-electric-vehicle.a258076.activity-details)[Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details)[Holiday Lights & Nights City Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets](/things-to-do/night-monuments-tour-with-8-stops-and-admission-ticket-upgrades.a1213008.activity-details) | ## What to do in Silver Spring --- ### Popular places to visit ![Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6283506/cc1a44a1-70b2-4bb6-8231-f1dc9fb25cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Baltimore-Ohio-Railroad-Station-Downtown-Silver-Spring.d6283506.Attraction) ![Brookside Gardens Landscape in Maryland USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532662210/c74ffe1e-212a-44da-be7f-c25adefc1939.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brookside Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Brookside Gardens, a lovely green space in Wheaton. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brookside-Gardens-Silver-Spring.d553248621532662210.Attraction) #### Holy Cross Hospital If Holy Cross Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Forest Glen. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Holy-Cross-Hospital-Silver-Spring.d553248621561214655.Attraction) #### 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 great live music and fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/DCI-World-Headquarters-Downtown-Silver-Spring.d6283255.Attraction) #### National Museum of Health and Medicine You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Museum of Health and Medicine during your trip to Silver Spring. Discover the area's great live music and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Health-And-Medicine-Northwest.d6068537.Attraction) #### 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 lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ellsworth-Place-Downtown-Silver-Spring.d553248634851361073.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AFI-Silver-Theatre-Downtown-Silver-Spring.d6283250.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gateway-To-NOAA-Downtown-Silver-Spring.d553248621561879659.Attraction) #### Norwood Park Explore the great outdoors at Norwood Park, a lovely green space in Aspen Hill. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Norwood-Park.d139997.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### Explore areas of Silver Spring ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woodmoor When in Woodmoor, you can plan a visit to Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station and National Museum of Health and Medicine, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/College-Park-Woodmoor.dx553248635976479058) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Salem Village While Old Salem Village may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Olney Theatre Center and Gardens Ice House. [](https://expedia.co.uk/College-Park-Old-Salem-Village.dx553248635975850093) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Silver Spring ![United States Capitol showing an administrative buidling, heritage architecture and autumn leaves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/503260/51bdb311-1ca7-4560-b12e-6e1c39dd4c09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Washington ![Traditional steel and wooden bridge over the river, Laurel, MD, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8549/17580e75-3050-46bd-8fa7-3d5a934bdfd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laurel ![Bethesda, MD which includes a house and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057493/829dfc0f-0d56-4410-9212-22ecd0c7e460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bethesda ![Lake Artemesia Park showing a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075470/e09f9451-81c1-446c-870b-3f82de3739f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### College Park ![Spires of the Washington DC Mormon Temple in Kensington, Marylan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000440685/eb8d1e03-522a-4285-a3d1-dea2be4ee05d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kensington ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Silver Spring worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Silver Spring? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Silver Spring? ### Is three days enough to stay in Silver Spring? ### Is Silver Spring a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Silver Spring with kids? > - [Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a278055.activity-details) > - [Washington DC Hop On-Off Trolley Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-dc-hop-on-off-trolley-tour.a169282.activity-details) > - [Washington DC Monuments & Highlights: Small-Group Electric Cart Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/washington-by-day-small-group-sightseeing-tour-via-electric-vehicle.a258076.activity-details) > - [Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arlington-national-cemetery-tour.a252395.activity-details) > - [Holiday Lights & Nights City Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-monuments-tour-with-8-stops-and-admission-ticket-upgrades.a1213008.activity-details) ### What to do in Silver Spring for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Silver Spring? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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