About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot #132 is a strategically situated parking facility located at 7830 Old Georgetown Road in the vibrant core of downtown Bethesda, Maryland. Positioned along one of the primary commercial arteries connecting Interstate 270 and Rockville Pike with the Bethesda Central Business District, this lot provides dependable, well-marked parking spaces suited for both short-term visitors and daily business commuters. Due to its open-air layout and accessible lane positioning, the lot accommodates a wide variety of passenger vehicles, including standard sedans, crossovers, full-size SUVs, and standard pickup trucks without the low vertical overhead clearance constraints typical of subterranean parking garages. Clear lane markings, intuitive directional flow, and wide turning bays allow for hassle-free vehicle maneuvering.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated right in Bethesda\'s bustling Woodmont Triangle district, Lot #132 places drivers mere steps away from premier culinary, cultural, and retail hotspots. Popular local destinations within an easy 3 to 10-minute walk include:

Woodmont Triangle Dining & Nightlife: Surrounded by dozens of beloved neighborhood restaurants, bistros, bakeries, and cafes along Norfolk, Cordell, and St. Elmo Avenues (1–5 minutes walk).
Round House Theatre: Acclaimed regional theatre showcasing contemporary plays and performances just down the street (under 5 minutes walk).
Imagination Stage: Leading performing arts center for children and families located nearby on Auburn Avenue (5 minutes walk).
Bethesda Row: Upscale outdoor shopping and entertainment district featuring fashion boutiques, fine dining, and independent cinema (approximately 10–12 minutes walk or a quick ride).
National Institutes of Health (NIH) & Walter Reed: Located just to the north along Wisconsin Avenue, making the location a convenient satellite parking spot for medical corridor visitors.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Access to Lot #132 is convenient and straightforward, with ingress and egress directly accessible from Old Georgetown Road (MD-187), offering seamless connections to Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355), East-West Highway (MD-410), and the I-490/I-270 spurs. For commuters relying on multimodal transit, the Bethesda Metro Station (servicing the Washington Metro Red Line) is located approximately 0.3 miles to the south, roughly a 7-minute walk away. Multiple Montgomery County Ride On bus routes and Metrobus lines maintain stops along Old Georgetown Road and Woodmont Avenue, providing rapid transit connections throughout Montgomery County and into Washington, D.C.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Convenient surface parking layout with open-air headroom and no tight vertical overhead barriers.
Clear stall striping and generous turning radiuses for straightforward parking.
Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces located closest to pedestrian sidewalks.
Pay-by-mobile app compatibility and clear posted signage for quick digital meter payment.
Well-illuminated premises during evening hours for enhanced visibility and safety.
Prompt sidewalk connections leading directly into downtown pedestrian walkways.

Ideal For

Business Professionals & Commuters: Visiting local medical, legal, and corporate offices along Old Georgetown Road and Woodmont Avenue.
Dinner & Nightlife Guests: Patrons visiting the dense array of award-winning restaurants and lounges throughout Woodmont Triangle.
Cultural & Arts Visitors: Attendees heading to performances at the Round House Theatre or family shows at Imagination Stage.
Red Line Transit Riders: Commuters seeking convenient parking within walking distance of the Bethesda Metro Station.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Old Georgetown Road experiences high vehicular volume during weekday morning and evening rush hours, so allowing an extra 5 to 10 minutes for arrival and departure is recommended. Pay close attention to posted rate guidelines, operational hours, and mobile payment zone numbers upon parking. If you are dining out during Friday or Saturday peak dinner rush, arriving slightly before peak seating hours ensures prime space selection without circling adjacent neighborhood streets.