About this Location

Facility Overview

The Colonial Parking garage at 8200 Wisconsin Avenue offers reliable, secure covered parking located on the northern edge of the bustling Woodmont Triangle district in downtown Bethesda, Maryland. Operating within a prominent commercial and professional office building, this multi-level underground parking garage provides an orderly layout with clearly designated drive lanes, well-marked bays, and direct elevator connectivity to the building lobby and street level. Designed primarily for standard passenger cars, crossovers, sedans, and compact SUVs, the facility features a standard underground clearance height limitation of approximately 6 feet 4 inches. Drivers operating full-size lifted trucks, high-roof conversion vans, or vehicles with rooftop cargo carriers should check entryway height gauges carefully before entering.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned directly along Wisconsin Avenue (Maryland Route 355), this facility serves as an exceptional gateway to Bethesda\'s thriving commercial, medical, and entertainment districts. Key points of interest in direct proximity include:

Woodmont Triangle Dining & Nightlife: Located just one block west along Cordell, Norfolk, and Del Ray Avenues, offering dozens of popular local eateries, cafes, and brewpubs within a 3 to 7-minute walk.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) & Walter Reed: The expansive NIH Clinical Center campus and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center are situated less than 0.6 miles to the north, accessible within a 12 to 15-minute walk or a brief 3-minute ride.
Grocery & Retail: The adjacent 8300 Wisconsin complex featuring Harris Teeter, Starbucks, and neighborhood retail is directly adjacent to the property.
Bethesda Row & Downtown Bethesda: The premier outdoor shopping, dining, and cinematic district at Bethesda Row is situated approximately 0.8 miles south down Wisconsin Avenue.
Imagination Stage: The renowned youth theater and educational arts center is located less than a 10-minute walk away on Auburn Avenue.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress are configured for smooth transitions off Wisconsin Avenue and side street connections, minimizing traffic friction along the primary arterial corridor. Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355) offers direct, straightforward access north toward Interstate 495 (the Capital Beltway) and south into Chevy Chase and Washington, D.C. For regional commuters utilizing mass transit, the garage is conveniently situated between two Washington Metro Red Line stations: Medical Center Station is approximately 0.5 miles to the north, and the Bethesda Metro Station and transit center is roughly 0.6 miles to the south. Additionally, multiple Montgomery County Ride On bus routes and the Bethesda Circulator stop directly along Wisconsin Avenue.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Protected multi-level subterranean garage shielding vehicles from seasonal weather elements.
Well-lit parking bays, stairwells, and elevator vestibules for high visibility and driver safety.
Designated ADA-accessible parking spaces located in close proximity to elevator cores.
Contactless automated payment options including mobile application processing and pay-on-foot or exit gate kiosks.
On-site monitoring, surveillance, and regular staff patrols by Colonial Parking.
Pedestrian elevator access delivering drivers seamlessly to street-level Wisconsin Avenue.

Ideal For

Medical & Professional Commuters: Visitors, staff, and contractors visiting offices along the North Wisconsin corridor or nearby NIH/Walter Reed facilities.
Neighborhood Diners & Shoppers: Patrons exploring the diverse restaurants, bars, and specialty boutiques in the Woodmont Triangle.
Daily Hybrid Workers: Office professionals seeking dependable, covered weekday parking with seamless Beltway access.
Local Residents & Guests: Nearby apartment residents requiring temporary or overflow parking for out-of-town visitors.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Commuters heading to 8200 Wisconsin Avenue during weekday morning peak hours (7:30 AM to 9:00 AM) should allow an extra few minutes for traffic approaching from I-495 down the MD-355 corridor. If you are dining in Woodmont Triangle during weekend evenings, arriving prior to 6:30 PM ensures prime space selection. Keep your ticket or mobile payment confirmation readily accessible when returning on foot, as exterior building doors may require ticket scanning or access control after standard business hours.