Parking in Riverside, California

Whether you are looking to park at one of our many on-street parking spaces or in one of our garages or surface lots, we are here to provide residents and guests a great parking experience!

Downtown Riverside Parking

Parking in downtown Riverside during normal business hours is controlled by time limits and paid parking services such as curbside meters and City-managed lots and garages. Before leaving your car, check the posted signs for time limit information.

Parking Your Way: New Downtown Parking Rates

Effective July 1, 2023

Learn about the new Parking Your Way Downtown Parking Program that will go into effect on July 1, 2023. View rates, hours, and how you can manage your parking experience.

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Free Parking

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  • 60-minutes free Garage parking
  • 60-minutes free Lot parking
  • 30-minutes free On-Street Metered Space parking

Garages

  • 24 hours per day, 7 days a week
  • Applicable to all City-Owned Garages
  • Rate: Each thirty (30) minutes – $1.25
  • Daily Max – $15.00

Lots

  • Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (All locations except Justice Center)
  • Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Justice Center location only)
  • Applicable to all City-Owned lots except on weekends and City observed holidays
  • Rate: Each thirty (30) minutes – $1.50

On-Street Metered Spaces

  • Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (All locations except Justice Center)
  • Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Justice Center location only)
  • Applicable to all Downtown On-Street Metered Spaces except on weekends and City observed holidays
  • Rate: Each thirty (30) minutes – $1.50

Discounted Employee Permit Program (DEPP)

Restrictions apply and must meet income and employment qualifications. Monthly rate is $25.00.

Downtown Residential, Businesses & Employees 24/7 Permit Program

  • Fees, restrictions, and qualifications apply. Learn more.
  • Monthly Rate – $115.00

Nightly Flat Rate

  • Vehicles entering from 7:00 PM – 3:00 AM
  • Nightly Flat Rate – $10.00
  • Applicable to all City-Owned garages.

Special Events

  • Applicable to all City-Owned garages and lots
  • Pre-paid Parking Event Rate – $10.00
  • Pay at Event Rate – $15.00
    (charging may begin up to 3-hours before special event)
  • Bus Parking Rate per 24-hours – $75.00
    (includes $25 encroachment application fee)

Popular Riverside Parking Destinations

Find Riverside parking near some of the city’s most popular destinations below.