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.
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.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Institution is a popular museum in Washington with a rich history. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Capital One Arena
Catch an event at Capital One Arena during your trip to Washington. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
Things to do
Smithsonian Natural History with Expert Guide
U.S. Capitol and Library of Congress Tour with Rotunda & Crypts
National Archives VIP Skip-The-Line Small Group Guided Tour
Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill
Washington Capitals Ice Hockey Game at Capital One Arena
Top hotels in Downtown Silver Spring
Doubletree by Hilton Washington DC Silver Spring
Very enjoyable
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Washington Plaza Hotel
It was a nice hotel in a centrally located area and budget friendly!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
Thin walls, loud guests throughout the night, hard to sleep. We also got the wrong size bed when we arrived
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza College Park - Washington DC by IHG
Clean room, great staff, amazing room and view. Only issue was with the location being 20-25 mins away from city and the bar who over charged $125 for 4 shots of whiskey and 1 Espresso Martini. She did try to make the bill for 25 mins and finally charged $125. I dont know in what world they would ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Arlo Washington DC
Really enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hilton Washington DC Capitol Hill
It was pretty good, ice machines on the 5th floor were broken as well as the outlets in the bathroom but overall, good stay
Reviewed on 26 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.
