About this Location

Facility Overview

Located in the heart of Downtown Bethesda\'s vibrant Woodmont Triangle neighborhood, the parking facility at 4962 Fairmont Avenue is managed by Metropolis, offering a cutting-edge, drive-in/drive-out parking experience powered by computer-vision technology. This facility serves local retail, dining, and professional office spaces along Fairmont Avenue. The structure features clearly demarcated bays, paved surfaces, and modern directional guidance designed to handle standard passenger sedans, crossovers, and compact SUVs. Drivers of oversized vehicles, such as lifted pickup trucks or high-roof passenger and cargo vans, should exercise caution and check posted vertical clearance signs at the entrance before proceeding into covered decks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Positioned centrally in Bethesda, Maryland, this location provides unmatched walkability to many of the area\'s premier destinations:

Woodmont Triangle Dining & Nightlife: Direct pedestrian access to dozens of acclaimed local restaurants, cafes, and bars along Fairmont, Norfolk, and Cordell Avenues (within a 1 to 5-minute walk).
Bethesda Metro Station (Red Line): Located just an 8- to 10-minute walk south (approx. 0.4 miles), offering direct, rapid rail service into Washington, D.C., Silver Spring, and Rockville.
Bethesda Row: Located approximately 12 to 15 minutes away on foot, featuring upscale shopping boutiques, upscale bistros, and the Bethesda Row Cinema.
Imagination Stage & Round House Theatre: Just a short 5 to 7-minute stroll away, making it a convenient staging point for evening cultural performances.
NIH Campus & Walter Reed: Only a 5-minute drive or one Metro stop north, ideal for medical professionals, contractors, and visiting researchers.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicular ingress and egress are positioned directly along Fairmont Avenue, situated between Old Georgetown Road (MD-187) and Norfolk Avenue. Fairmont Avenue operates as an active downtown corridor, so drivers approaching during weekday morning or evening rush hours should plan for moderate local traffic. Regional connectivity is exceptionally swift: drivers can quickly link up to Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355), East-West Highway (MD-410), and the Capital Beltway (I-495) within minutes. Montgomery County Ride On buses and Metrobus routes also stop within two blocks of the facility entrance.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Metropolis Computer Vision Technology: Frictionless, checkout-free parking where registered users can drive in and out without pulling tickets or visiting pay stations.
Mobile & Digital Payment Options: Easy on-site registration via QR codes, smartphone payment, and automated license-plate billing.
Safety & Visibility: Well-illuminated bays, active security monitoring, and clean pedestrian pathways.
Accessibility: Clearly designated ADA-compliant accessible parking stalls positioned close to elevator cores and street exit gates.

Ideal For

Dining & Nightlife Patrons: Visitors heading out for dinner and drinks in Bethesda\'s Woodmont Triangle entertainment district.
Downtown Bethesda Shoppers: Daily visitors running errands at nearby salons, boutiques, and specialty grocers.
Commuters & Professionals: Remote workers, business travelers, and medical personnel needing reliable access to regional transit or Montgomery County commercial centers.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To experience the fastest entry and exit, register your vehicle license plate and payment method on the Metropolis platform ahead of arrival. During Friday and Saturday evenings, Woodmont Triangle experiences heavy dining traffic, so arriving slightly earlier than your reservation or event start time will ensure a stress-free parking process.