--- description: "Aquarium of the Bay parking: PIER 39 garage is across from the entrance, with Pier 35 and Parksy spaces 0.3 miles away, from $5 an hour." title: Parking Near Aquarium of the Bay, Russian Hill | Parksy image: https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-aquarium-of-the-bay-russian-hill-e5634e.webp --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) # Parking Near Aquarium of the Bay, Russian Hill Landmark Parking · Russian Hill, California · Aquarium of the Bay Published 17 Sep 2026 · 4 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines) Pier 39 [Airport Parking (SFO)](https://www.parksy.com/airport/us/ca/sfo) [Cheap Parking](https://www.parksy.com/cheap/us/ca/russian-hill) [Disability Parking](https://www.parksy.com/disability/us/ca/russian-hill) [Free Parking](https://www.parksy.com/free/us/ca/russian-hill) [Garage Rentals](https://www.parksy.com/garages/russian-hill) [Listings Nearby](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/russian-hill) [Moving Guide](https://www.parksy.com/moving/us/ca/russian-hill) [Parking Costs](https://www.parksy.com/costs/us/ca/russian-hill) [Parking Fines](https://www.parksy.com/fines/us/ca/russian-hill) [Parking Permits](https://www.parksy.com/permits/us/ca/russian-hill) [Parking Signs](https://www.parksy.com/signs/us/ca/russian-hill) [Rent Parking](https://www.parksy.com/rent/us/ca/russian-hill) [Street Parking](https://www.parksy.com/street/us/ca/russian-hill) [Towed Vehicle](https://www.parksy.com/towed/us/ca/russian-hill) [Vehicle Storage](https://www.parksy.com/storage/us/ca/russian-hill) Where Can I Park for Aquarium of the Bay? The most direct option is the PIER 39 garage, across from the main entrance. Pier 35 is another public parking facility nearby. Parksy also lists spaces 0.3 miles from the Aquarium, including covered parking at 80 Francisco St for $5 an hour and secure covered parking at Hotel Zephyr garage for $12 a day. Listen to article 5:15 minutes Playback speed 0.75×1×1.25×1.5×2× Voice Auto (your country) Audio is AI-generated on your device, so voice and pronunciation may vary. [Find Parking Near Me](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) [Find Parking Near Me](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) Search secure car spaces, garages and undercover spots near you, and lock in your spot in minutes.
Address
Pier 39
Closest listed space
Covered Parking Garage at 80 Francisco St, San Francisco, 0.3 mi (6 min walk)
Nearest station
Embarcadero station, 1.3 mi (26 min walk)
## Parking Near Russian Hill [Covered Parking Garage at 80 Francisco St, San Francisco $5.00/hr 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/san-francisco/covered-parking-garage-at-80-francisco-st-san-fran-128693) [Secure Beach St Car Storage in San Francisco, CA $275.00/mo 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/san-francisco/secure-beach-st-car-storage-in-san-francisco-ca-124395) [Secure Covered Parking at Hotel Zephyr Garage, SF $30.00/day 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/san-francisco/secure-covered-parking-at-hotel-zephyr-garage-sf-132956) [Convenient Outdoor Parking Lot in San Francisco $15.00/hr 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/san-francisco/convenient-outdoor-parking-lot-san-francisco-163606) [Secure Gated Garage Parking in San Francisco - $20/Day $20.00/day 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/san-francisco/secure-gated-garage-parking-san-francisco-20day-199497) [Valet Parking at 425 North Point St, San Francisco $10.00/day 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ca/san-francisco/valet-parking-at-425-north-point-st-san-francisco-137861) [See more parking near you →](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) ![Aquarium of the Bay, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy.](https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-aquarium-of-the-bay-russian-hill-e5634e.webp) Aquarium of the Bay, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: [Pexels](https://www.pexels.com) ## Parking at Pier 39 for Aquarium of the Bay The Aquarium is at Pier 39 in San Francisco, near Russian Hill. The official visitor information identifies public parking across from the main entrance at the PIER 39 garage, making it the most direct choice for drivers carrying children, luggage, or mobility equipment (aquariumofthebay.org). Pier 35 is another public parking facility named by the Aquarium’s visitor information (aquariumofthebay.org). The attraction also recommends booking parking in advance through [SpotHero](https://www.parksy.com/blog/spothero-united-states-review-pros-cons-summary-services), described as a parking reservations app (aquariumofthebay.org). Aquarium hours are Monday through Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so an early arrival can make the approach more straightforward (aquariumofthebay.org). ## Parksy Parking Within 0.3 Miles of the Aquarium Parksy lists several spaces 0.3 miles from the Aquarium, giving drivers alternatives to the garages immediately across from Pier 39. A covered parking garage at 80 Francisco St costs $5 an hour, while secure Beach St car storage costs $275 a month. A secure covered space at the Hotel Zephyr garage costs $12 a day. Other 0.3-mile choices include an outdoor parking lot at $15 an hour, a secure gated garage at $20 a day, and valet parking at 425 North Point St for $10 a day. The mix of hourly, daily, and monthly pricing suits both short visits and longer stays in San Francisco. Show map of Russian Hill ## Pier 35 and Other Public Parking Near the Site Pier 35 is one of the named public parking facilities near the Aquarium, alongside the PIER 39 garage across from the main entrance (aquariumofthebay.org). It can be useful when the closest garage is busy, particularly for visitors planning to spend additional time around the waterfront. The Aquarium’s official plan-a-visit information also directs visitors toward public parking facilities at Pier 35 and the PIER 39 garage rather than identifying a dedicated Aquarium lot (aquariumofthebay.org). Both options place drivers within the waterfront area, where the final approach can be combined with a short walk around Pier 39 before entering the site. ## Busy Waterfront Periods and Driving Around Pier 39 Pier 39 is a busy waterfront destination, and the official parking guidance recommends arranging a space in advance through SpotHero (aquariumofthebay.org). Advance booking is particularly practical when a visit falls during a crowded waterfront day, because the PIER 39 garage and Pier 35 are public facilities serving more than Aquarium visitors. The Aquarium’s published visitor information names the PIER 39 garage and Pier 35 as public parking facilities, but does not establish a separate street-parking rule for the surrounding blocks (aquariumofthebay.org). Drivers using nearby streets should therefore follow the posted curb signs and restrictions at the parking location, while keeping the Pier 39 entrance and garage approach in mind. ## Walking From Embarcadero Station to the Aquarium Embarcadero station is the nearest station listed for the Aquarium. The walk is 1.3 miles and takes 26 minutes, providing a practical rail option for visitors who prefer to avoid waterfront parking. The site is at Pier 39, and Russian Hill center is 0.7 miles away. Visitors arriving by rail can use the walk from Embarcadero station as their main connection to the waterfront, while drivers staying near Russian Hill can judge the short local distance against the availability of public parking at Pier 35 and the PIER 39 garage. Show street view near Aquarium of the Bay ## Sources - [Aquarium of the Bay website](http://www.aquariumofthebay.org/) - [California Department of Transportation](https://dot.ca.gov) - [USA.gov motor vehicle services](https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services) - [Federal Highway Administration](https://highways.dot.gov) - [Plan a Visit](https://www.aquariumofthebay.org/plan-a-visit/) - [Get your Aquarium Tickets Early](https://www.aquariumofthebay.org/tickets/) - [Plan a Visit](https://www.aquariumofthebay.org/faq/) - [Aquarium of the Bay](https://www.aquariumofthebay.org/) \* 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 Aquarium of the Bay? The most direct option is the PIER 39 garage, across from the main entrance. Pier 35 is another public parking facility nearby. Parksy also lists spaces 0.3 miles from the Aquarium, including covered parking at 80 Francisco St for $5 an hour and secure covered parking at Hotel Zephyr garage for $12 a day. ### Is the PIER 39 Garage the Closest Parking Option? The PIER 39 garage is across from the main entrance and is identified as public parking in the Aquarium’s visitor information. It is the most direct choice for drivers carrying children, luggage, or mobility equipment. Pier 35 is another public parking facility named in the same visitor information. ### Can I Reserve Parking in Advance Near Aquarium of the Bay? The Aquarium recommends booking parking in advance through SpotHero, a parking reservations app. Advance booking is particularly practical during a crowded waterfront day because the PIER 39 garage and Pier 35 are public facilities serving more than Aquarium visitors. ### How Much Does Nearby Parking Cost? Parksy lists several options 0.3 miles from the Aquarium. Covered parking at 80 Francisco St costs $5 an hour, secure covered parking at Hotel Zephyr garage costs $12 a day, outdoor parking costs $15 an hour, secure gated parking costs $20 a day, and valet parking at 425 North Point St costs $10 a day. ### What Are the Aquarium’s Parking Hours? Aquarium hours are Monday through Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. An early arrival can make the approach more straightforward. The PIER 39 garage and Pier 35 are public parking facilities in the waterfront area, so drivers should follow posted curb signs and restrictions when using nearby streets. ### How Far Is the Aquarium From Embarcadero Station? Embarcadero station is the nearest station listed for the Aquarium. The walk is 1.3 miles and takes 26 minutes, providing a practical rail option for visitors who prefer to avoid waterfront parking. 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