Parking Near Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street, Cabbagetown
Where Can I Park for Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street?
Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street is at 269 Gerrard Street East in Downtown, near Cabbagetown. Nearby Parksy options include a secure underground space 260 m away at $2.50 an hour and an affordable space 250 m away at $7.99 an hour. A secure 24/7 driveway space is 420 m away at $25 a day for longer stays.
- Address
- 269 Gerrard Street East
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Parking in Downtown Toronto - Spot #2, 250 m (4 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Don railway station, 1.2 km (15 min walk)
Parking Near Cabbagetown
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Parking Near Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street on Gerrard Street East
Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street is at 269 Gerrard Street East in Downtown, near Cabbagetown. The closest recommended parking is a Parksy space 250 m from the library, making it practical for a short visit without relying on street parking.
The library’s official relocation information places the Parliament Street branch within a planned move and expansion into Regent Park as part of Phases 4 and 5 of the Regent Park project (tpl.ca). Drivers should therefore use the listed address when navigating to the current site, rather than treating the future Regent Park location as the present entrance.
Parksy Parking Spaces Within Walking Distance of the Library
Parksy lists an affordable Downtown Toronto space 250 m away at $7.99 an hour, plus a secure underground option 260 m away at $2.50 an hour. The underground space is the lowest priced hourly choice in the nearby listings, while the 250 m option keeps the walk short.
Three further spaces are clustered between 290 m and 310 m from the site. Parking near Pisac Peruvian Bistro is 290 m away at $7.99 an hour, while spaces near Johnny G's Cafe and Phosome Restaurant are each 310 m away at $7.99 an hour. A secure 24/7 driveway space is 420 m away at $25 a day, suiting a longer stay.
Busy Times and Street Parking Around the Parliament Street Branch
The site is in Downtown, near Cabbagetown, where a central location can make the surrounding streets more competitive for parking during daytime visits. The branch address is on Gerrard Street East, so drivers should plan the final approach around that street rather than Parliament Street alone.
Toronto Public Library’s official branch information also identifies a relocation and expansion into Regent Park as part of Phases 4 and 5 (tpl.ca).
Other Named Parking Options Near the Parliament Street Library
Those lots serve the Reference Library at 789 Yonge Street, not the Parliament Street branch, so they are not a direct parking choice for a visit to the site on Gerrard Street East.
The official branch relocation page names Regent Park as the destination for the planned expanded Parliament Street branch (tpl.ca). No free parking option is identified in the cited official information for the current library address.
Walking and Rail Access From Don Railway Station
Don railway station is the nearest station listed for Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street. It is 1.2 km from the library, with a 15-minute walk to 269 Gerrard Street East.
The library is 290 m from Cabbagetown centre, placing the branch within a walkable Downtown area near Cabbagetown. For visitors arriving by rail, the 15-minute walk from Don railway station provides the stated connection to the site without needing a car for the final leg.
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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 Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street?
Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street is at 269 Gerrard Street East in Downtown, near Cabbagetown. Nearby Parksy options include a secure underground space 260 m away at $2.50 an hour and an affordable space 250 m away at $7.99 an hour. A secure 24/7 driveway space is 420 m away at $25 a day for longer stays.
What Is the Closest Parking Near Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street?
The closest recommended Parksy space is 250 m from Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street and costs $7.99 an hour. A secure underground option is 260 m away at $2.50 an hour. Three further spaces are between 290 m and 310 m from the site, giving drivers several nearby walking-distance choices.
What Is the Cheapest Hourly Parking Near Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street?
The secure underground parking space is the lowest priced hourly choice in the nearby listings, at $2.50 an hour and 260 m from Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street. The 250 m space costs $7.99 an hour, while spaces 290 m and 310 m away also cost $7.99 an hour.
Is There Daily or 24/7 Parking Near Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street?
A secure 24/7 driveway space is available 420 m from Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street at $25 a day. It suits a longer stay. The nearby hourly choices include a secure underground space 260 m away at $2.50 an hour and a space 250 m away at $7.99 an hour.
Where Is Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street Located?
Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street is at 269 Gerrard Street East in Downtown, near Cabbagetown. Drivers should plan the final approach around Gerrard Street East rather than Parliament Street alone. The closest recommended Parksy space is 250 m from the library, making it practical for a short visit.
Can I Reach Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street by Rail?
Don railway station is the nearest station listed for Toronto Public Library - Parliament Street. It is 1.2 km from the library, with a 15-minute walk to 269 Gerrard Street East. The library is also 290 m from Cabbagetown centre, placing it within a walkable Downtown area near Cabbagetown.
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