Valet parking is a parking service offered by some restaurants, stores, and other businesses. In contrast to "self-parking", where customers find a parking space on their own, customers' vehicles are parked for them by a person called a valet.

The service where a professional parks your car for you is called Valet Parking. The person who performs this task is known as a Valet. This service is most common at high-end hotels, restaurants, airports, and private events, offering guests the convenience of stepping directly from their vehicle to the entrance without searching for a parking space. Upon arrival, the guest hands their keys to the valet in exchange for a numbered "claim ticket." The valet then drives the vehicle to a secure, often off-site, parking area. When the guest is ready to leave, they present their ticket at the valet stand, and the car is retrieved and brought back to the entrance. In 2026, it is customary to tip the valet (typically $5 to $10) upon retrieval of the vehicle. Many modern valet services now use digital "text-to-retrieve" systems, allowing guests to request their car via their smartphone while they are still finishing their meal or checking out of their hotel room.