Travel and Hotel
As you are preparing for your upcoming visit to the DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area, we want to provide you with helpful transportation information to make your travel as smooth as possible
National Cancer Institute/Shady Grove Campus:
9609 Medical Center Dr, Rockville, MD 20850
Visitor Information: https://www.cancer.gov/about-nci/visit
Public Transportation:
- Metrorail and Metrobus: Operated by Washington Area Metro Transit Authority (WMATA), the Metro system is an efficient way to navigate the region. Visit WMATA for schedules, fares, and maps.
- Commuter Rail: MARC (Maryland/DC) and VRE (Virginia) commuter trains offer additional options for travel within the area.
Ride-Sharing Services:
Uber, Lyft, and local taxi services are widely available throughout the DMV area.
Airports:
- Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI): Located in Maryland, with MARC train service to Union Station in DC.
- Reagan National Airport (DCA): Closest to downtown DC, accessible by Metrorail.
- Dulles International Airport (IAD): Located in Virginia, with shuttle and Metro connections available.
Parking at NCI Shady Grove:
There are ample parking spaces in the NCI Shady Grove parking garage, and parking is free.
Hotel Options:
Sheraton Hotel Rockville
920 King Farm Blvd., | Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (240) 912-8200
Booking Link: Sheraton Hotel Rockville
- $159.00 USD per night
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Complimentary Parking
- Free Shuttle service to NCI/Shady Grove
Last Day to Book: March 10, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites Rockville-Gaithersburg
14975 Shady Grove Road | Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: (240) 507-1800
Booking Link: Hilton Garden Inn
- $189.00 USD per night
- Shuttle services will be available during your stay. Details and schedules for the shuttle service will be provided at check-in to ensure a smooth and convenient experience.
- Complimentary Parking
- Complimentary High-speed Internet Access in all guest rooms and public space
mela.asefa@nih.gov at least 10 days before the meeting to discuss your needs.
Questions/Contacts
Direct all registration and virtual platform questions to:Ms. Mela Asefa at mela.asefa@nih.gov.