Hotels in Suitland

Strategically located across from Joint Base Andrews, this shopping center serves military personnel and locals with essential retail options. Grab a quick bite while running errands in this convenient community hub.

This historic 9-mile route connects DC to Maryland through both urban areas and peaceful forests. Drive the 35 mph sections slowly to appreciate remnants of WWII-era bridges and old railroad crossings.

Suitland Community Center Park offers basketball courts, baseball fields, and a fitness room all in one convenient spot. Pack a picnic to enjoy at the tables while kids explore the playground area.

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Great Eastern Shopping Center in Suitland-Silver Hill. Splash some more cash at Forest Village Park Mall, Penn Station Shopping Center, and Penn Mar Shopping Center.

Explore a rare urban wetland where blue herons glide above endangered plant species in this peaceful bog ecosystem. Bring binoculars for wildlife spotting and wear waterproof shoes for the sometimes muddy trails.

If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse in Suitland-Silver Hill. If you want to see more of the museums in Suitland, Washington Navy Yard and Airmen Memorial Museum aren't far.

Behind the scenes, this massive facility houses 54 million Smithsonian artifacts not on public display. Schedule your visit at least a month in advance for a rare glimpse into this football field-sized treasure trove.

If you'd like to get a taste of Suitland student life, check out Strayer University in Suitland-Silver Hill. Suitland has lots of other big landmarks you might want to see such as White House.