Travel to friendly Rockville
Enjoy the museums and other features of Rockville. This welcoming city is known for its restaurants, shopping and sporting events. White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in Rockville
Are you searching for things to do in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Rockville a fun place to get away to. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Smithsonian's National Zoo (12 mi / 19.4 km)
- Go Ape Treehouse Adventure Course (2.8 mi / 4.6 km)
- TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Trump National Golf Club (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Reston Zoo (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
- Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole (12 mi / 19.2 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Rockville
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Rockville is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Rock Creek Regional Park (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Cabin John Regional Park (3.4 mi / 5.4 km)
- Kentlands Lakes Park (5.3 mi / 8.5 km)
- Brookside Gardens (6.3 mi / 10.2 km)
- Glen Echo Park (8.1 mi / 13 km)
- Great Falls Park (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
Transport to and around Rockville
Fly into Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), the closest airport, located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could also fly into College Park, MD (CGS), which is 14.3 mi (23 km) away.
If you'd rather travel by train, the main station serving the city is Rockville Station. It's easy to get around Rockville by jumping on the metro at Twinbrook Station, North Bethesda Station or Grosvenor Station.