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By saving on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Kensington has to offer. In the larger area, favorite places to visit include White House, National Mall, and Smithsonian’s National Zoo.

Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Favorite places in and around Kensington include White House, National Mall, and Smithsonian’s National Zoo. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Miniature Train and Carousel at Wheaton Regional Park, Brookside Gardens, and Cabin John Regional Park. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Smithsonian Institution, National Air and Space Museum, and United States Naval Observatory. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Capital One Arena, Lincoln Memorial, and National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kensington to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 38°F. Average annual precipitation for Kensington is 52 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Kensington to help you navigate your stay: Fly into College Park, MD (CGS), which is located 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Gaithersburg, MD (GAI-Montgomery County Airpark), which is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.