Silver Spring

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Silver Spring
Enjoy a concert or art-house film at this community’s entertainment venues, see an old train station and learn about a friendly homeless man.

Silver Spring has an important business district, a range of shopping options and broad green spaces. Its charming downtown area showcases historic institutions and monuments. Stroll through the town center for a sense of local culture and history.

Among the town’s intriguing vestiges is the Silver Spring Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station. Sit in the preserved 1940s waiting room, which has its original fluorescent lights. Watch modern trains roll by from the bench on the canopied platform. Capture photos of the redbrick façade and appreciate the Colonial Revival design of the structure, a short walk from its modern-day version, Silver Spring Station.

The town center has several entertainment venues, including AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center. Watch an art-house film, see an old classic or attend a film festival in this culture center. Visit the adjacent Fillmore Silver Spring, recognizable by its iconic neon lights, for a great range of shows. Such celebrities as Kesha, Blue October and Hanson have graced the stage of this 2,000-person-capacity venue.

For a change of theme, encounter the business behemoths of Silver Spring. The highlight is One Discovery Place, the home of Discovery Channel, among other brands. Snap photos of the iconic Discovery sign atop the tower.

Inspect the Mayor of Silver Spring statue beside the imposing central business district. This bronze bust of homeless man Norman Lane is a reminder of the town’s friendly and personal tone. Note that the settlement takes its name from a spring flecked with glittering mica discovered in 1840.

Find the town in the southern part of Montgomery County in Maryland. Drive north from the center of Washington D.C. for 6 miles (10 kilometers) to get here or take the Red metro line to the Silver Spring Metrorail Station. If you don’t have a car, get around the area by bus or rent a bicycle.

Silver Spring is an entertainment hub with historic attractions and a significant business district.

Where to stay in Silver Spring

Silver Spring

Downtown Silver Spring

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While you're in Downtown Silver Spring, take in top sights like Gateway to NOAA and jump on the metro at Silver Spring Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Silver Spring
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Woodmoor

When in Woodmoor, you can plan a visit to AFI Silver Theatre and Gateway to NOAA, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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 Brookside Gardens and Miniature Train and Carousel at Wheaton Regional Park.

Old Salem Village
Washington Plaza Hotel
Washington Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$170 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
S$170
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,071 reviews)
"Good value, all things considered."

Reviewed on 27 Mar,2024

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hotel Silver Spring
Hotel Silver Spring
3.5 out of 5
8727 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD
The price is S$204 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
S$204
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Silver Spring. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.8/10 (1,022 reviews)
Maintenance told us NONE of the "boxes" in the he
"thermostat didnt work. Maintenance told us NONE of the "boxes" in the heat exchanger worked and all heat had to be regulated manually with the on off hot water valves by the guests. Nice hotel, why not buy replacement controllers. NOT expensive at all. Do you want us back?"

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

Hotel Silver Spring
State Plaza Hotel
State Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2116 E Street NW, Washington, DC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$280 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
S$280
per night
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,493 reviews)
Clean and comfortable
"The hotel was a great choice. The location was good, the staff was friendly and professional, the hotel and the rooms were very clean. Our room was a great size and comfortable. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 27 Mar,2024

State Plaza Hotel
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Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
550 C St SW, Washington, DC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,596 reviews)
"Perfect location! Friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 28 Mar,2024

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall, an IHG Hotel
Glover Park - Georgetown
Glover Park - Georgetown
4 out of 5
Washington
Stay at this aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,910 reviews)
"Very nice stay- staff and facilities were great. Would be happy to stay there again."

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW, Washington, DC
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,798 reviews)
"Very clean, extremely nice staff, and loved the breakfast."

Reviewed on 26 Mar,2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
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