Apartments for rent in Bethesda, MD

Did you know? As of 2014, Bethesda was ranked first on the Forbes magazine list of America's most educated towns.

Overview of Bethesda, MD

Bethesda is located northwest of Washington, D.C., within easy commuting or day-tripping distance. The city is best known as the location of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Bethesda is also home to numerous, high-quality golf courses and well-maintained city parks.

Best of Bethesda

Best Restaurant in Bethesda: It is a must dine for anyone who loves traditional and authentic Italian cuisine. Don't expect to spend a fortune - Olazzo has been named on the Washingtonian's Top 100 Best Bargain Restaurant list.

Best Ethnic Cuisine: Kadhai Boutique Indian Cuisine A perennial favorite at Taste of Bethesda, many people call this the best Indian food on the East Coast. The cuisine is full of rich and authentic flavors. Definitely try the Chicken Makhani!

Best Desserts: Georgetown Cupcake at Bethesda Row These aren't just any cupcake - they're gourmet cupcakes. They bake on-site daily and have an unimaginable variety to choose from, all made with the highest-quality ingredients and attention to detail. They even offer gluten-free and vegan cupcake options!

Best Shopping: Shoppes of Bethesda offer a variety of high-end shops, like Underwraps and Ten Thousand Villages, along with unique dining opportunities and great services like Mane Event Hair Salon. The Shoppes are located close to other great shopping locales as well, including Bethesda Row.

Top 5 Bethesda Adventures

1. Join others with a love of books. Held every spring, the Bethesda Literary Festival is one of the top literary festivals in the region, often featuring nationally known authors, especially those known for popular nonfiction.
2. Come to a park designed with all ages in mind!Cabin John Regional Park is a popular place for residents of all ages to enjoy outdoor adventures, featuring an ice-skating rink, indoor/outdoor tennis courts, picnic areas and trails, and a miniature train that kids really love!
3. Visit what some call The National Park for the Arts. A real treat for visitors and residents alike, Glen Echo Park offers visitors music, dance, classes, exhibits and an aquarium. Classes held here cover everything from photography to silversmithing and more. It definitely earns its nickname.
4. Join theater-lovers in Bethesda's best-loved venue! At The Round House Theatre, the local theater company produces almost 200 performances, including some world premieres, each season with most of them performed in this terrific venue.
5. Celebrate the yummiest festival in Bethesda! Another popular, local festival, Taste of Bethesda is held in early October each year and features offerings from 60 restaurants plus 5 stages of entertainment at Woodmont Triangle. Each year, the festival boasts more than 40,000 attendees.