Book a holiday rental for your North Kensington getaway
Learn about the unique charm of North Kensington with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. White House and Smithsonian's National Zoo are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Sightseeing in and around North Kensington
Do you want to discover attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes North Kensington a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Smithsonian's National Zoo (7.7 mi / 12.3 km)
- Burning Tree Country Club (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Go Ape Treehouse Adventure Course (6.2 mi / 10 km)
- TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
- Washington Harbour (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- Laurel Park (13.7 mi / 22 km)
Exploring the natural features in North Kensington
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to take in the scenery, North Kensington is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Brookside Gardens (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Cabin John Regional Park (4.3 mi / 6.9 km)
- Rock Creek Regional Park (5.9 mi / 9.4 km)
- Rock Creek Park (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- Glen Echo Park (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
- Meridian Hill Park (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
Travelling to and around North Kensington
Fly into College Park, MD (CGS), the closest airport, located 9 mi (14.6 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), which is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away.