Paid Parking
The City of Austin manages on-street parking to improve access to businesses, residences, and destinations while supporting safe and efficient use of the curb.
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Parking Enforcement
Be sure to always read posted signage for information on parking regulations and enforcement. Please contact Austin 3-1-1 to report a malfunctioning or damaged parking meter or posted sign.
The City of Austin does not regulate or enforce paid parking on the University of Texas campus or within the State Capitol Complex.
City parking meters are not enforced on:
- New Year's Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
The city will not tow a legally parked vehicle solely because it remains parked overnight.
To report a damaged or malfunctioning parking meter or sign, contact Austin 3-1-1.
Parking is not allowed on Sixth Street between Red River and Brazos Streets from Thursday through Sunday, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Austin Police will tow vehicles from this area.
Paid On-Street Parking Zones
Paid on-street parking is intended primarily for short-term visits. Parking rates and hours vary by location. Always check the posted signs for the current rate and payment hours.
Metered Parking Areas and Schedules
| Metered Parking Area | Parking Hours |
|---|---|
| Downtown: I-35 to Lamar Boulevard, and Lady Bird Lake to 10th Street | Monday and Tuesday – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday through Friday – 8 a.m. to midnight Saturday – 11 a.m. to midnight. |
| South Congress: South 1st Street to roughly Newning Avenue, and Oltorf Street to Riverside Drive | Park ATX app only | Monday through Saturday – 8 a.m. to midnight Sunday – 1 p.m. to midnight |
Central-North Austin: West of the State Capitol area; University of Texas West Campus and North Campus (up to 29th and 30th streets) West Austin: Sections of West 5th Street and nearby streets | Monday through Saturday – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
South Austin: Barton Springs Road and South Lamar Boulevard, including Toomey Road, Lee Barton Drive and nearby areas East Austin: Several streets between I-35 and Chicon Street | Monday through Saturday – 8 a.m. to midnight |
| Mueller: Aldrich Street, Simond Avenue, McBee Street, Mattie Street, Robert Browning Street, Philomena Street, and Garcia Street | Monday through Wednesday – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday – 10 a.m. to midnight |
| Colorado River: Stephen F. Austin Drive, Veterans Drive, Atlanta Street, Foster Avenue, Deep Eddy Avenue and Hearn Street | Monday through Sunday– 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Stephen F. Austin Drive | School year: Monday through Friday - 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday through Sunday - 8 a.m.–8 p.m. Summer (June & July): Monday through Sunday - 8 a.m.–8 p.m. |
| Walsh Landing: Enfield Road, Lake Austin Boulevard, Bonnie Road | Monday through Sunday – 8 a.m. to midnight |
| Q2 Stadium: Brockton Drive, Beatrice Cove, McHale Court, Donley Drive, Delta Drive, Denton Drive, Metropolitan Drive, Energy Drive, Boyer Blvd, Centimeter Circle | Park ATX app only | Active on Q2 Stadium event days – 8 a.m. to midnight |
| Woods of Westlake: Scottish Woods Trail | Park ATX app only | Monday through Sunday – 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
Parking hours and rates may vary by location. Always follow posted signs.
Active Permits for Reserved Parking Spaces
This interactive map displays permit information related to reserved parking spaces for construction and special events. This information includes the affected meter space number, permit name, permit description, and permit end date. This viewer is updated daily to reflect the latest information. This map does not convey parking permits for excavation work.
How to Pay for Parking
Austin parking follows a tiered pricing structure to promote turnover of on-street parking spaces to increase community access to places of interest.
Customers can use different payment options for on-street parking.
Pay by Mobile App
Use the Park ATX app to start, extend, or manage your parking session. Some parking locations in Austin are "mobile-pay only" to facilitate contactless transactions.
To pay
- Enter or confirm your vehicle's license plate number
- Enter the parking zone number shown on the signs
- Select how long you plan to park
- Confirm your payment
Park ATX users can receive up to two free 15-minute parking sessions every 24 hours using the validation codes FREE15ATX1 and FREE15ATX2.
Park ATX fees
Wallet transactions: $0.30 convenience fee
Non-wallet transactions: $0.40 convenience fee
Way.com
Lets users pay for on-street parking in Austin. Users enter their license plate number, vehicle information and length of stay.
Pay at a Pay Station
- Enter your vehicle's license plate number
- Select your parking time
- Pay by credit or coins
- Paper currency is not accepted. Credit card payments include a $0.50 processing fee
Pay by Text
Look for the Text to Pay plaque below the City's paid parking signs. Text PARKING to 30844 and follow the prompts to start your parking session.
On-Street Parking Rates
| Parking Session | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| 1st hour | $2.00 |
| 2nd hour | $2.00 |
| 3rd hour | $3.00 |
| 4th hour | $3.50 |
| 5th hour | $4.00 |
| 6th hour | $4.50 |
| 7th hour | $5.00 |
| 8th hour | $5.00 |
| 9th hour | $5.00 |
| 10th (maximum time in a single parking session) | $5.00 |
Maximum accumulated 10-hour session: $39.00
Always check posted signs for location-specific rates, hours, and restrictions.
Accessible and Motorcycle Parking
Vehicles displaying a valid accessible parking placard or license plate may park in City paid on-street spaces without paying the parking fee, but must follow posted time limits and other parking restrictions. Private parking facilities may have different rules.
Motorcycles and mopeds/scooters may park on the street without paying the parking fee and are subject to a 12-hour time limit. After 12 hours, drivers may receive a parking ticket.
Off-Street Parking
The City of Austin also offers off-street public parking options for longer stays. The following options are managed by Austin Transportation and Public Works. Other off-street parking may be managed by other City of Austin departments.
If you are a downtown employee looking for long-term transportation solutions, you can find sustainable options through Get There ATX or low-cost parking options through the Affordable Parking Program.
I-35 Parking Lot
Primarily mobile-pay parking; one pay station is available at each lot.
Paid parking is enforced Monday–Saturday, 7 p.m.–3 a.m.
$7 per night Monday–Thursday.
$8 per night Friday–Saturday.
Free on Sunday.
MoPac Parking Lot by Stephen F. Austin High School
Located near Stephen F. Austin High School.
Paid parking is enforced Monday–Sunday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
$2 per hour.
Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center Parking Lot
Paid parking is enforced Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–3 a.m.
$2 per hour from 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
$5 flat rate from 6 p.m.–3 a.m.
A parking gate is managed by the Mexican American Cultural Center.