Parking Near State Library of Western Australia, Northbridge
Where Can I Park for State Library of Western Australia?
The most direct option is the State Library Car Park at 15 Francis Street, entered from Francis Street beneath the building. It charges $6 hourly Monday to Sunday, $20 Monday to Friday from 6am to 5.59pm, and $5 from 6pm to 5.59am. It operates 5.00am to midnight Monday to Friday and 24 hours Saturday and Sunday.
- Address
- 25 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000
- Closest listed space
- Secure 24/7 Private Parking in Northbridge, WA, 140 m (2 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Perth Underground, 400 m (6 min walk)
Parking Near Northbridge
State Library of Western Australia in Northbridge, with a pre-booked private parking space nearby for a short walk and less circling. Photo: Pexels
State Library of Western Australia Car Park on Francis Street
The most direct choice is the State Library Car Park at 15 Francis Street, between James Street and Francis Street. The entrance is from Francis Street, with the undercover facility directly beneath the building in the No 11 Perth City Council car park (slwa.wa.gov.au).
City of Perth Parking lists a $6 hourly rate from Monday to Sunday, a $20 day rate from Monday to Friday between 6am and 5.59pm, and a $5 night rate from Monday to Sunday between 6pm and 5.59am (cityofperthparking.com.au). The car park operates Monday to Friday from 5.00am to midnight and remains open 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday (slwa.wa.gov.au).
When Parking Around Perth Near Northbridge Gets Busiest
Weekday daytime visits combine with the city’s commuter demand, while evening activity can shift demand towards the night rate period at the State Library Car Park. Friday daytime parking is covered by the weekday day-rate hours of 6am to 5.59pm (cityofperthparking.com.au).
For drivers using the surrounding streets, the key access point is Francis Street, which serves as the car park entrance (slwa.wa.gov.au). The site is in Perth, near Northbridge, so arriving via the signed car park entrance is more practical than relying on an unmarked kerbside space. ACROD bays are provided at the City of Perth Parking State Library Car Park directly below the Alexander Library Building (slwa.wa.gov.au).
Parksy Spaces Within Walking Distance of the Library
Parksy lists a secure 24/7 private parking space in Northbridge, 140 m away, at $270 a month. A public parking lot 160 m away is priced at $5 an hour, while a 24/7 garage 180 m away costs $6 an hour.
At 210 m, secure parking at 18 Roe Street is listed at $7 an hour. A secure private parking space 250 m away costs $220 a month, and a secure commercial garage in Perth 280 m away is priced at $5 a day. These spaces provide alternatives around Perth near Northbridge when the directly connected facility does not suit the length or timing of a visit.
Other Named Parking Choices Around 25 Francis Street
The No 11 Perth City Council car park is the named council facility directly beneath the building, with its vehicle entrance on Francis Street (slwa.wa.gov.au). The State Library Car Park is also identified at 15 Francis Street, between James Street and Francis Street (slwa.wa.gov.au).
City of Perth Parking publishes the facility’s $6 hourly rate, $20 weekday day rate and $5 night rate, giving drivers a clear choice for short visits, daytime stays and evening access (cityofperthparking.com.au). The council-operated location also contains ACROD parking bays directly below the Alexander Library Building (slwa.wa.gov.au).
Walking and Rail Access to State Library of Western Australia
Perth Underground is the nearest station, 400 m from the site, around a 6 min walk. The station is a useful alternative for visitors who want to avoid driving into Perth near Northbridge.
McIver railway station is around an 8 min walk away, while Elizabeth Quay railway station is around a 13 min walk away. The address is 25 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000, placing the library within walking distance of several central rail connections.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for State Library of Western Australia?
The most direct option is the State Library Car Park at 15 Francis Street, entered from Francis Street beneath the building. It charges $6 hourly Monday to Sunday, $20 Monday to Friday from 6am to 5.59pm, and $5 from 6pm to 5.59am. It operates 5.00am to midnight Monday to Friday and 24 hours Saturday and Sunday.
What Are the State Library Car Park Rates?
City of Perth Parking lists a $6 hourly rate from Monday to Sunday. The weekday day rate is $20 from 6am to 5.59pm, Monday to Friday, while the night rate is $5 from 6pm to 5.59am, Monday to Sunday.
Where Is the Entrance to the Library Car Park?
The vehicle entrance is from Francis Street. The undercover facility is directly beneath the building in the No 11 Perth City Council car park. The State Library Car Park is at 15 Francis Street, between James Street and Francis Street.
When Is the Car Park Open?
The car park operates from 5.00am to midnight Monday to Friday. It remains open 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday, making weekend visits possible at any time during the day or night.
Are There Nearby Parking Alternatives?
Parksy lists a public parking lot 160 m away at $5 an hour, a 24/7 garage 180 m away at $6 an hour, and secure parking at 18 Roe Street 210 m away at $7 an hour. A commercial garage 280 m away is listed at $5 a day.
Can I Reach the Library by Train?
Perth Underground is the nearest station, 400 m away, around a 6 min walk. McIver railway station is around an 8 min walk away, while Elizabeth Quay railway station is around a 13 min walk away. The address is 25 Francis Street, Perth WA 6000.
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