About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the bustling heart of downtown Bethesda, Maryland, the Metropolis parking facility at 4701 Commerce Lane offers seamless parking in one of Montgomery County’s most active commercial districts. This multi-level covered parking garage provides sheltered vehicle storage, protecting cars from regional weather year-round. Equipped with Metropolis’s frictionless drive-in/drive-out computer vision technology, drivers can enter and exit smoothly without ticket hassles. The garage layout features clearly delineated stalls and directional lanes suitable for standard passenger vehicles, compact cars, crossovers, and mid-size SUVs. While full-size pickup trucks and SUVs can navigate the ramps, drivers of oversized or high-roof commercial vans should remain mindful of standard parking deck vertical clearance limitations posted at the entry (typically around 6\'6\" to 6\'8\").

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Located just steps off Old Georgetown Road and Wisconsin Avenue, 4701 Commerce Lane is exceptionally well-situated for dining, shopping, and professional appointments:

Bethesda Metro Station: Located less than a 5-minute walk (0.2 miles) away, connecting commuters to Washington, D.C. via the Metrorail Red Line.
Bethesda Row: A premier open-air destination featuring high-end boutiques, Apple Bethesda Row, Equinox, and popular restaurants such as Mon Ami Gabi and Spanish Diner, approximately an 8-minute walk away.
Woodmont Triangle: Just a short 4-minute walk north, offering an eclectic mix of local bistros, coffee shops, and nightlife along Cordell and Norfolk Avenues.
Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District: Home to local art galleries, Round House Theatre, and outdoor seasonal festivals within easy walking reach.
National Institutes of Health (NIH) & Walter Reed National Military Medical Center: Situated just one mile north along Rockville Pike/Wisconsin Avenue, easily accessible via a quick drive or a single Metro stop.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The garage entrance is conveniently accessed via Commerce Lane, a quiet corridor tucked between Old Georgetown Road (MD-187) and Edgemoor Lane. Ingress and egress are straightforward, avoiding the heavier bumper-to-bumper congestion of Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355). For regional commuters, the garage connects rapidly to the Capital Beltway (I-495) to the north and Western Avenue leading into Northwest Washington, D.C. to the south. In addition to Metrorail Red Line services at Bethesda Station, numerous Montgomery County Ride On and Metrobus lines serve the adjacent transit center.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Metropolis Drive-In/Drive-Out Technology: Frictionless, ticketless license plate recognition allows drivers to register once and exit automatically.
Covered Multi-Level Deck: Complete protection from sun, rain, and winter snow.
Well-Lit & Maintained: Bright interior illumination across all parking tiers and pedestrian stairwells.
ADA Accessible Parking: Dedicated handicap spaces conveniently positioned near elevators and street-level access points.
Mobile & Digital Payments: Cashless operations with instant payment processing via mobile smartphone web/app checkout.

Ideal For

Daily Office Commuters: Professionals working in downtown Bethesda or taking the Red Line into Washington, D.C.
Shoppers & Diners: Visitors heading to Woodmont Triangle and Bethesda Row restaurants, cafes, and retail shops.
Medical Visitors: Patients and guests visiting nearby medical practices and clinical offices in Bethesda.
Weekend Leisure: Travelers attending events, films, and theatrical productions in the Bethesda Arts District.

Visitor & Driver Tips

To ensure a smooth arrival, set your GPS specifically for 4701 Commerce Lane to avoid turning onto pedestrian-heavy sections of Woodmont Avenue. If you are new to Metropolis-operated facilities, register your vehicle license plate and payment method online prior to arrival for seamless, automated gate/barrier recognition. During peak weekday morning (8:00 AM – 9:30 AM) and evening rush hours (4:30 PM – 6:30 PM), allow an extra few minutes when merging back onto Old Georgetown Road.