Whether you’re headed to Granville Island for happy hour or to Stanley Park to take in the view, don’t let parking hiccups get you down. Vancouver is a dense city that doesn’t offer much by way of free parking, but with these tips and tricks, you’ll be able to find parking spots in no time.
To find those free street parking spots, here is what you need:
- An understanding of where those spots exist. (Check out this free map!)
- Familiarity with rules so you’ll know that free spot is actually free.
Map of Free Parking
Find a free parking spot by changing the time filters and navigating to your desired area. The free map updates in real-time, so simply type in the address you’re parking near and the time of day to find free parking near you.
Vancouver Parking Rules
Free parking at downtown garages and lots on weekends
With the exception of the Center Garage, which charges for parking seven days a week, drivers can park at any city lot for free each weekend.