About this Location

Facility Overview

The Rockville Metered Surface Lot, situated along the 301–379 block of Hungerford Drive (MD Route 355), provides accessible, open-air municipal parking right in the core of downtown Rockville, Maryland. Arranged in a clean, single-level grade configuration, this lot delivers quick drive-in and drive-out access directly off one of the county\'s principal thoroughfares. Because it is an open-air surface lot without an overhead deck or garage ceiling, it has no vertical clearance restrictions. This open headroom makes the facility uniquely accommodating for high-roof passenger vans, commercial work trucks, lifted 4x4 vehicles, and SUVs fitted with roof racks or cargo carriers that often exceed conventional parking garage height barriers.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The lot boasts a prime central location in the Montgomery County seat, putting visitors within brief walking distance of major civic, judicial, dining, and cultural attractions:

Rockville Town Square: Located just a 5-minute stroll (approx. 0.2 miles) away, offering a wide array of dining, craft eateries, specialty retail, seasonal community events, and the outdoor pavilion/plaza.
Montgomery County Judicial & Administrative Complex: Approximately 3 to 6 minutes on foot from the Montgomery County Circuit Court, District Court, and County Executive Office Building, making it an essential hub for jurors, attorneys, and county visitors.
Rockville Memorial Library: Situated within a 5-minute walk, anchoring the civic heart of Town Center.
F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre & Civic Center Park: Located just over 1 mile east, easily accessible within a 5-minute drive.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Ingress and egress are straightforward via Hungerford Drive (MD-355), which serves as the primary north-south arterial through Rockville, connecting directly to Route 28 (Montgomery Avenue/Norbeck Road) and providing rapid access to Interstate 270 (Exits 5 and 6) and the ICC (MD-200). For regional transit users, the Rockville Transit Center is located less than a 7-minute walk away, providing direct connections to the Washington Metro Red Line, MARC Brunswick Line commuter trains, Amtrak, and dozens of Montgomery County Ride On and Metrobus routes.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Zero height restriction allows standard passenger vehicles, oversized trucks, and high-profile vans to park without clearance concerns.
Digital Payment Convenience: On-site multi-space pay stations accept major credit/debit cards and coins, alongside seamless mobile pay integration via the ParkMobile app.
ADA Accessible Parking: Clearly marked, designated ADA-compliant spaces located near pedestrian exit ramps.
Municipal Lighting: Overhead street lamps and perimeter lighting provide illumination during evening hours.
Easy In-and-Out Flow: Grade-level surface layout eliminates winding ramps, low-speed turns, and tight garage bottlenecks.

Ideal For

Courthouse & Civic Visitors: Jurors, legal professionals, and residents with appointments at Montgomery County Circuit Court, District Court, or City Hall.
Downtown Diners & Shoppers: Patrons heading to Rockville Town Square restaurants, cafes, and local retail outlets.
Metro & MARC Commuters: Rail travelers seeking convenient surface parking adjacent to the Rockville Transit Station.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Contractors, service technicians, and drivers with roof racks who cannot navigate low garage ceilings.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When parking along Hungerford Drive, remember to check on-site signage for active meter enforcement hours (generally Monday through Friday during daytime and early evening hours; evenings and Sundays are frequently free or open). Using the ParkMobile smartphone app is strongly recommended, as it allows you to easily extend your parking session remotely if courthouse proceedings, administrative meetings, or meals run longer than anticipated. Keep your vehicle doors locked and tuck all personal valuables out of sight before heading toward the Town Square.