About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 797 is an open-air surface parking facility strategically situated at 8515 Georgia Avenue in the bustling core of Downtown Silver Spring, Maryland. Positioned along one of Montgomery County’s primary commercial and transit arteries, this well-maintained lot provides convenient, ground-level vehicle accommodations for local visitors, shoppers, diners, and daily commuters. Because it operates as an outdoor surface facility, Lot 797 offers open headroom without the restrictive vertical clearance limits typical of multi-deck parking garages. This makes it an outstanding choice for standard passenger cars, large SUVs, pickup trucks, and taller passenger vans seeking effortless parking in Silver Spring.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated within vibrant Downtown Silver Spring, Lot 797 places drivers within immediate walking distance of prominent cultural, dining, and retail destinations:

The Fillmore Silver Spring: A premier live music and entertainment venue located roughly a 5-minute walk south on Georgia Avenue.
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center: Historic art-deco film venue and cultural institution situated just 4 minutes away near Colesville Road.
Downtown Silver Spring & Ellsworth Place: Comprehensive pedestrian retail complexes featuring department stores, casual dining, specialty shops, and a multi-screen cinema, within a 5-minute walk.
Veterans Plaza & Silver Spring Civic Building: Community gathering hub hosting outdoor seasonal ice skating, farmers markets, and civic events, located 6 minutes to the east.
Montgomery College (Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus): Academic facilities located less than a mile south, easily reachable on foot or via a short local bus trip.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress to Lot 797 are accessible directly from Georgia Avenue (MD-97), connecting swiftly to Colesville Road (US-29), 16th Street (MD-390), and the Capital Beltway (I-495) just two miles to the north. Drivers exiting the facility during evening rush hours or after events at The Fillmore will find direct routes toward Washington, D.C. to the south or outer Montgomery County suburbs to the north. For multi-modal travelers, the Silver Spring Transit Center (serving the Washington Metro Red Line, MARC Brunswick Line trains, and multiple Metrobus/Ride On lines) is situated just 0.4 miles away (an easy 8-minute walk).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking layout offering easy maneuvering and zero height restriction issues.
Clearly marked vehicle bays, drive aisles, and directional signage.
Designated accessible (ADA) spaces positioned near easy pedestrian exits.
Well-illuminated premises during night hours for enhanced driver visibility and peace of mind.
Pay-by-plate digital payment integration via mobile parking apps (such as ParkMobile) alongside on-site automated payment kiosks.

Ideal For

Concertgoers and patrons attending shows at The Fillmore Silver Spring.
Movie lovers and arts enthusiasts visiting the AFI Silver Theatre.
Shoppers and diners exploring Ellsworth Drive and the Georgia Avenue corridor.
Commuters connecting to the Washington Metro Red Line via the Silver Spring Transit Center.
Visitors conducting business at nearby Montgomery County municipal and corporate offices.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Georgia Avenue experiences brisk traffic during weekday morning and evening rush hours, so plan for extra travel time when arriving between 4:30 PM and 6:30 PM. If you are attending weekend concerts or popular evening film festivals, consider arriving 30 to 45 minutes ahead of curtain time to secure convenient parking spaces. Make note of your stall number or vehicle license plate before stepping away to ensure swift checkout at digital kiosks or via mobile parking apps.