How do you use parking meters in downtown San Diego?

Coins: Insert coins for desired time. Use nickels, dimes, quarters and dollar coins (pennies will cause the meter to jam and will not count for time). Cards: These meters accept credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover), debit cards and City of San Diego Pre-Paid Cards.



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What are the hours of parking meters enforcement? The majority of parking meters are enforced Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m.; however meters within the Hospitality Zone in Downtown, or Hillcrest Commercial Zone in Hillcrest operate until 8 p.m. Always check the posted signs for enforcement hours.

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Where can I park my car in San Diego? Parking garages and lots are available throughout the city with varying times and rates. Paid meter parking is enforced Monday through Saturday from 8:00am to 6:00pm with rates ranging from $0.50 to $1.25 per hour.

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There is plenty of off-street parking in downtown San Diego. Some of the most popular locations include the Convention Center, the San Diego Zoo and the Gaslamp Quarter.

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These curbs are designated by signs and zones are in effect from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Monday through Saturday. That means metered parking is free on Sundays!

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Located only minutes from the airport, San Diego's thriving urban center offers an abundance of options for accommodations, activities, dining and cultural attractions, all easily accessible by foot, bike, car or public transportation.

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  • 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. ...
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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.

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White curbs are passenger loading zones, meaning . you may stop for three minutes at a curb lined in white paint (ten minutes if in front of a hotel.) They are for quick loading and unloading access only.

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The San Diego Zoo has free parking. The parking lot in front of the Zoo is owned and operated by the City of San Diego and is used by guests, volunteers and employees of Balboa Park.

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