Facility Overview
Situated in the heart of downtown Bethesda at 7401 Waverly Street, the Waverly Garage (Montgomery County Public Parking Garage 47) provides secure, accessible, and affordable multi-level covered parking. Serving the bustling Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District, this facility features well-marked stalls, wide drive aisles, elevators, and direct pedestrian stair towers. Designed to accommodate standard sedans, compact crossovers, and full-size SUVs, the garage features an entry clearance height of approximately 6 feet 8 inches. Drivers of raised utility trucks, vehicles with high roof racks, or commercial cargo vans should verify clearance before entering or utilize nearby surface parking alternatives.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
The facility provides an exceptional base for exploring downtown Bethesda’s premier retail, cultural, and culinary offerings. Located just steps from Waverly Street Gallery and the renowned Round House Theatre, arts enthusiasts can park and stroll directly to performances and exhibits within 3 to 5 minutes. The upscale dining and shopping promenades of Bethesda Row—featuring high-end boutiques, the Apple Store, Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema, and dozens of chef-driven restaurants along Elm Street and Bethesda Avenue—are situated just a 5- to 7-minute walk away. Outdoor recreation at Elm Street Park and access to the Capital Crescent Trail are also directly adjacent to the neighborhood.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Drivers can conveniently access the garage via Waverly Street, accessible directly from Montgomery Avenue (MD-410) or East-West Highway. Its strategic positioning offers direct conduits to Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355), facilitating a smooth commute north toward the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, or south into Washington, D.C. Exiting during peak evening rush hours is straightforward with traffic signals pacing outbound flow onto primary thoroughfares. Furthermore, the Bethesda Metro Station (servicing the Metrorail Red Line and major regional bus bays) is only a 5-minute walk (0.3 miles), making this location ideal for park-and-ride commuters.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Multi-story covered deck protecting vehicles from rain, snow, and summer heat.
- Integrated mobile payment powered by ParkMobile for contactless pay-by-phone convenience.
- Automated multi-space pay stations accepting major credit cards and coins.
- Designated accessible ADA parking spaces situated close to elevators and pedestrian exits.
- Electric Vehicle (EV) Level 2 charging stations on designated lower levels.
- 24/7 CCTV surveillance, emergency call boxes, and frequent Montgomery County security patrols.
- Energy-efficient LED lighting and clearly posted pedestrian wayfinding signage throughout.
Ideal For
- Daily office workers and professional commuters using the Bethesda Red Line Metro.
- Patrons attending performances at the Round House Theatre or local gallery events.
- Shoppers, diners, and weekend visitors heading into Bethesda Row and Woodmont Triangle.
- Hospital visitors and contractors seeking affordable parking within minutes of nearby healthcare centers.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Montgomery County enforces metered parking hours typically between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM Monday through Saturday, while Sundays and official county holidays are often free of charge. To avoid queuing at walk-up pay stations upon return, note your stall or zone number upon parking and pay immediately via the ParkMobile app, which allows you to monitor time and extend your parking session remotely. During peak Friday and Saturday dinner hours, upper levels of the garage reliably offer lighter congestion and easier parking maneuvers.
