Parking in Downtown St. Augustine

Find downtown St. Augustine parking at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility, city-owned lots and metered street spaces.

Find downtown St. Augustine parking at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility, city-owned lots and metered street spaces. City-owned lots and street parking cost $2.50 per hour and have a four-hour limit. The downtown parking garage at 1 Cordova Street is open 24 hours a day and costs $20 per entry from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. and $5 per entry from 5-9 p.m. Rates and enforcement hours may change during holidays, special events or at certain locations.

Parking information verified August 12, 2026.

Where Is the Best Place to Park in Downtown St. Augustine?

Start a visit at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility at 1 Cordova Street. Located next to the Visitor Information Center, this 1,200-space parking garage is within walking distance of St. George Street, San Marco Avenue, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Francis Field and other historic district attractions.

Use the City of St. Augustine’s interactive Parking Finder to explore additional downtown parking locations before arriving.

How Much Does Parking Cost in St. Augustine?

Parking rates for city-owned spaces are:

  • City-owned parking lots and street meters: $2.50 per hour
  • Time limit for lots and street parking: 4 hours
  • Historic Downtown Parking Facility, 7 a.m.-5 p.m.: $20 per vehicle, per entry
  • Historic Downtown Parking Facility, 5-9 p.m.: $5 per vehicle, per entry

Garage rates and peak hours may change during holidays and special events. Privately owned parking lots establish their own rates, hours and payment requirements.

What Hours Is Parking Enforced in Downtown St. Augustine?

Parking-enforcement hours vary by location. Check the hours posted on the pay station or parking sign before leaving a vehicle.

City-owned pay stations display the City of St. Augustine crest and ParkStAug logo. These markings help distinguish city parking from privately operated lots.

Is the Downtown St. Augustine Parking Garage Open Overnight?

Yes. The Historic Downtown Parking Facility is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Its customer service office is open daily from 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

Call the parking facility at 904-484-5160 for assistance.

Overnight parking for RVs, tour buses and trailers is available by permit only in a designated lot on Riberia Street. Permits cost $35 plus tax and are available through the Historic Downtown Parking Facility office. Camping is not permitted.

How Can Visitors Pay for Parking?

Pay for eligible city-owned street and lot parking with the ParkStAug app. The app allows visitors to:

  • Pay for parking from a mobile device
  • Receive an alert before a parking session expires
  • Extend an eligible session without returning to the vehicle

Visitors may also pay at city-owned parking kiosks. Follow the payment instructions displayed at the parking location.

Is There Free Parking in Downtown St. Augustine?

Parking may be free outside the enforcement hours posted at an individual city-owned space. Because enforcement hours vary, check the pay station or sign at the parking location.

Free Park & Ride shuttles are also offered during select festivals, holidays and other high-traffic events. Shuttle dates, parking locations and operating hours vary by event. Review the city’s current Park & Ride shuttle information before visiting.

Is Accessible Parking Free in St. Augustine?

Under Florida law, qualifying vehicles displaying an eligible disabled parking permit or license plate may park without charge in public metered spaces when transporting the person to whom the permit or plate was issued.

View the City of St. Augustine’s accessible parking information and map to find designated locations and review current requirements.

Is There a Free Downtown Shuttle?

Yes. The STAR Circulator provides free transportation through downtown St. Augustine. Regular service operates daily from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., although hours may change during holidays and special events. Vehicles generally arrive at approximately 15-minute intervals when traffic conditions allow.

Passengers may board or exit at these downtown stops:

  • Visitor Information Center
  • Cuna Street at Avenida Menendez
  • Cathedral Place between St. George and Cordova streets

Call 904-795-STAR (7827) or visit the city’s STAR Circulator page for current service information.

Where Can Visitors Find Current Parking Information?

Visit the City of St. Augustine parking website for current parking rates, maps, regulations, shuttle schedules and frequently asked questions. Always follow the rates, hours and instructions posted at the parking location.

Where Can Motorcoaches and RVs Park in St. Augustine?

Motorcoach and RV parking is available at designated locations near downtown St. Augustine. The primary motorcoach lot is at 3 Riberia Street, near the Visitor Information Center, with space for approximately 20 motorcoaches. Transportation is not provided between the lot and the historic district.

Additional designated motorcoach parking includes space for one motorcoach on Granada Street, along the west side of the Lightner Museum, and space for one motorcoach on Avenida Menendez, south of the St. Augustine Municipal Marina.

Overnight parking for motorcoaches, RVs and trailers is available by permit only at the designated lot at 3 Riberia Street. Permits cost $35 plus tax and may be purchased at the Historic Downtown Parking Facility business office. Camping, electricity and cable service are not available.

Motorcoach loading zones are available at select downtown attractions, but loading zones are not parking spaces. Review the Motorcoach Bus and RV Guide for parking locations, loading zones, turnaround instructions and nearby services. Groups should also confirm whether their accommodations provide on-site motorcoach parking before arriving.