Heading to Belle Isle Park to enjoy some seasonal weather or venturing to GM Renaissance Center to shop? Parking in Detroit can be tricky, especially if you want to find free parking spots.
Luckily, with these tips and tricks, you’ll be able to find a free spot or two in Detroit.
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 parking rules in the city so you’ll know that free spot is actually free.
Map of Free Parking
Find a free 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.
Parking Rules in Detroit
Free parking downtown
Free parking spots are few and far between in this city, but there is one exception. Park your car at the MGM Grand Detroit Casino, where the parking garage offers 24/7 free parking. Otherwise, use the free parking map to find a block without meters.
Free parking during Farmers’ Market hours
On the weekends, find free parking at Eastern Market Sheds, where you can enjoy arts, crafts, flowers and food – or park and walk to a nearby destination. Parking in this structure is free during market hours 7 AM – 4 PM.
Short Tips and Tricks
Here are a few quick tips for finding free parking in Detroit:
- Residential Areas: Look for free street parking a bit outside of downtown.
- University Areas: Check around Wayne State and University of Detroit Mercy.
- Public Parks: Places like Belle Isle or Detroit’s waterfront offer free parking.
- Apps: Use parking apps like SpotAngels to make sure where to park!
- Bank/Church Lots: Some local businesses have free parking after hours.
Just watch out for time limits or restrictions!