What to do in Silver Spring, MD

Activities, attractions and tours

Silver Spring
Silver Spring
Silver Spring
Silver Spring
Silver Spring

Silver Spring Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Silver Spring has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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.

Activities and Tours

Silver Spring is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 experience 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, 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.

Silver Spring Attractions

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Looking for things to do 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 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.

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Brookside Gardens Landscape in Maryland USA

Brookside Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Brookside Gardens, a lovely green space in Wheaton. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.

Brookside Gardens
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station

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.

Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station

Holy Cross Hospital

Though Holy Cross Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Forest Glen while you are here.

Holy Cross Hospital

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 fascinating museums and great live music.

DCI World Headquarters

Ellsworth Place

During your trip to Silver Spring, you can do some window-shopping at Ellsworth Place. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.

Ellsworth Place

National Museum of Health and Medicine

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in National Museum of Health and Medicine during your travels in Silver Spring. Discover the area's lively festivals and notable monuments.

National Museum of Health and Medicine

AFI Silver Theatre

You can enjoy a show at AFI Silver Theatre during your trip to Silver Spring. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

AFI Silver Theatre

Northwest Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Aspen Hill at Northwest Golf Course. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Northwest Golf Course

Aspin Hill Pet Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Aspin Hill Pet Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Aspen Hill.

Aspin Hill Pet Cemetery

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Woodmoor

When in Woodmoor, you can plan a visit to Ellsworth Place and Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Station, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Woodmoor
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Old Salem Village

When in Old Salem Village, you can plan a visit to Brookside Gardens and Olney Theatre Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Salem Village

 

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Day trip destinations from Silver Spring

Washington

Washington

An aerial view of Lake Needwood in Rockville on a snowy day

Rockville

Bethesda

Bethesda

North Bethesda

North Bethesda

Frequently asked questions

Is Silver Spring worth visiting?
Silver Spring offers a unique blend of culture, local charm and attractions. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local culinary flavours, there's a lot you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Silver Spring?
Start your adventures with a visit to Miniature Train and Carousel at Wheaton Regional Park and The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring. Then, check out other areas of Silver Spring for local dining and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Silver Spring?
The top tourist attraction in Silver Spring is National Museum of Health and Medicine, so don't forget to include it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Silver Spring?
Three days will be enough time to check out many city highlights, including National Museum of Health and Medicine, Brookside Gardens and Miniature Train and Carousel at Wheaton Regional Park. The average stay in Silver Spring is two days. If you have the time to extend your getaway, Washington isn't far away.
Is Silver Spring a walkable city?
It all depends on what you plan to do and see in Silver Spring. Several sights, such as National Museum of Health and Medicine and Ellsworth Place, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Silver Spring's neighbourhoods, Downtown Silver Spring is 0.32 kilometres away from downtown, while Forest Glen is 3 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Silver Spring with kids?
Deciding what to do in Silver Spring with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have little ones or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly tours and activities to keep everyone busy here.
What to do in Silver Spring for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Silver Spring, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Ellsworth Place or Gateway to NOAA.
Are there free things to do in Silver Spring?
In Silver Spring, National Museum of Health and Medicine is a must-see spot for anyone wishing to enjoy the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, stroll around the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to explore the best free things to do in Silver Spring.