About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of Bethesda\'s vibrant Woodmont Triangle district, 4931 Fairmont Ave Parking provides an exceptionally convenient open-air parking option for commuters, diners, and business visitors. Unlike the tight underground garages and multi-story parking structures common throughout downtown Bethesda, this surface-level facility offers easy, ground-level maneuvering. Because it is an open lot without low ceiling bulkheads or overhead clearance restrictions, it can comfortably accommodate standard passenger sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, high-profile pickup trucks, and work vans that frequently exceed standard parking garage height limits.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The lot places drivers directly amid one of Montgomery County\'s premier culinary and cultural corridors. Key nearby destinations include:

Woodmont Triangle Dining & Nightlife: Located steps from popular eateries along Fairmont, Norfolk, Cordell, and St. Elmo Avenues, including local favorites, cozy bistros, and outdoor patios.
Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District: Within a short 5- to 10-minute walk of Round House Theatre, Bethesda Theatre, and local art galleries.
Bethesda Row: Located approximately 0.6 miles south (a 12-minute walk or brief Bethesda Circulator ride), offering upscale shopping, dining, and the Bethesda Row Cinema.
Medical & Government Centers: Less than 1.5 miles south of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, making it a viable off-campus staging point.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Accessing 4931 Fairmont Avenue is seamless via primary Montgomery County thoroughfares, including Old Georgetown Road (MD-187), Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355), and Woodmont Avenue. From the Capital Beltway (I-495), drivers can exit onto MD-355 South or MD-187 South for a straightforward 5- to 10-minute drive into downtown Bethesda. Public transit connectivity is superb: the Bethesda Metro Station (servicing the WMATA Red Line) is located roughly 8 to 10 minutes away on foot (0.4 miles), providing direct connections to Washington, D.C., Silver Spring, and Rockville. Additionally, the complimentary Bethesda Circulator bus stops within two blocks, providing effortless zero-fare connections across downtown Bethesda.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with straightforward bay layouts and no restrictive overhead ceiling barriers.
Clear stall striping accommodating standard and larger passenger vehicles.
Contactless mobile payment integration alongside on-site digital pay stations.
Well-illuminated premises during evening hours for pedestrian safety and comfort.
Convenient ingress and egress directly onto Fairmont Avenue.

Ideal For

Evening diners and weekend visitors exploring Woodmont Triangle\'s dense restaurant scene.
Daily office workers, medical clients, and professional service visitors in central Bethesda.
Drivers operating lifted trucks, commercial vans, or roof-rack-equipped vehicles seeking to avoid low-clearance parking garages.
Commuters connecting to the Metrorail Red Line at Bethesda Station.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Fairmont Avenue is a one-way/narrow urban corridor during peak business and dining hours; plan your arrival from Old Georgetown Road or Norfolk Avenue for the easiest approach. During peak dinner rushes (Thursday through Saturday evenings), spaces can fill quickly, so arriving slightly ahead of dinner reservations is highly recommended. Always verify posted signage upon arrival and register your license plate immediately via the on-site kiosk or mobile parking application to avoid county or private parking citations.