Do you have to pay for parking in Old Town San Diego?


Do you have to pay for parking in Old Town San Diego? Old Town has an abundance of parking options! There are several free parking lots and plenty of on-street parking. Please review the list of suggested places below or download our parking map.


Can you legally sleep in your car in San Diego?

Sign up for NBC San Diego newsletters. The newly-reinstated vehicle habitation law: Prohibits people from living in their vehicles on any street or public property between the hours of 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. They are also banned from parking within 500 feet of a residence or school at any time.


Can you sleep overnight at the beach in San Diego?

Littering is NOT allowed on the beach, cliffs, walkways, park areas or adjacent parking lots. Disturbing noise is NOT allowed on the beach, cliffs, walkways, park areas or adjacent parking lots. Overnight camping, sleeping or parking is NOT allowed on the beach, cliffs, walkways, park areas or adjacent parking lots.


Where can I park for free overnight in San Diego?

You'll find limited street parking spots in downtown San Diego for free overnight parking. Try Second Avenue, Broadway, E and F streets, and other streets nearby. Check posted signs to ensure unrestricted parking is allowed at your preferred location.


How do you get around Old Town San Diego?

Read on for the top choices to get around in San Diego.
  1. Hop on Old Town Trolley Tours. ...
  2. Ride the Red Trolley. ...
  3. Catch the Coaster. ...
  4. Take the Coronado Ferry. ...
  5. Call for a Water Taxi. ...
  6. Take a Taxi or Shuttle.


How do you pay for parking in downtown San Diego?

Currently meters accept payments via:
  1. Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, and Discover)
  2. Mobile Phone Payment on meters displaying a blue Park Smarter sticker. Download the free Park Smarter app .
  3. Near Field Communication (NFC) payments such as Apple Pay, Android Pay, and Samsung Pay on certain enabled meters.
  4. Coin.


How long can you park on the street in San Diego?

No vehicle may be parked continuously at one location on any public roadway for more than 72 hours. Parking is prohibited in alleys, except for the purpose of actively unloading goods or passengers, unless the alley is specifically designated as an alley parking zone.


Where to park when staying in downtown San Diego?

  • 225 Broadway. Underground Entrance - 225 Broadway Garage. ...
  • 800 4th Ave. Campus at Horton Garage - Second Entrance. ...
  • 1026 5th Ave. 5th & Broadway Garage. ...
  • 1047 Fifth Ave. Kimpton Hotel Palomar - Valet. ...
  • 956 Broadway Cir. Spreckels Garage - Valet. ...
  • 950 7th Ave. 625 Broadway Garage. ...
  • 282 G St. ...
  • 1069 1st Ave.