--- description: Ford's Theatre National Historic Site has no on-site parking. Find nearby garages, metered spaces, and Parksy parking 127 yd away for $11 a day. title: Parking Near Ford's Theatre National Historic Site, Washington | Parksy image: https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-fords-theatre-national-historic-site-washington-20963c.webp --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) # Parking Near Ford's Theatre National Historic Site, Washington Landmark Parking · Washington, District of Columbia · Ford's Theatre National Historic Site Published 17 Sep 2026 · 5 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines) 511 10th Street NW [Airport Parking (DCA)](https://www.parksy.com/airport/us/dc/dca) [Cheap Parking](https://www.parksy.com/cheap/us/dc/washington) [Disability Parking](https://www.parksy.com/disability/us/dc/washington) [Free Parking](https://www.parksy.com/free/us/dc/washington) [Garage Rentals](https://www.parksy.com/garages/washington) [Listings Nearby](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington) [Moving Guide](https://www.parksy.com/moving/us/dc/washington) [Parking Costs](https://www.parksy.com/costs/us/dc/washington) [Parking Fines](https://www.parksy.com/fines/us/dc/washington) [Parking Permits](https://www.parksy.com/permits/us/dc/washington) [Parking Signs](https://www.parksy.com/signs/us/dc/washington) [Rent Parking](https://www.parksy.com/rent/us/dc/washington) [Street Parking](https://www.parksy.com/street/us/dc/washington) [Towed Vehicle](https://www.parksy.com/towed/us/dc/washington) [Vehicle Storage](https://www.parksy.com/storage/us/dc/washington) Where Can I Park for Ford's Theatre National Historic Site? Ford's Theatre National Historic Site has no on-site parking, so plan for a nearby garage or metered street space. The site is at 511 10th Street NW, and downtown Washington parking is very limited. Parksy lists a garage at 560 11th St. NW, 127 yd away, for $11 a day. The site is generally open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Listen to article 5:32 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.
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Affordable Parking in Penn Quarter, Washington, DC, 114 yd (2 min walk)
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Metro Center station, 334 yd (4 min walk)
## Parking Near Washington [Affordable Parking in Penn Quarter, Washington, DC $81.00/mo 114 yd](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington/affordable-parking-in-penn-quarter-washington-dc-120867) [Convenient Valet Parking at 975 F Street, Washington, DC $300.00/mo 126 yd](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington/convenient-valet-parking-at-975-f-street-washingto-131211) [Convenient Parking Garage at 560 11th St. NW, DC $11.00/day 127 yd](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington/convenient-parking-garage-at-560-11th-st-nw-dc-134161) [Convenient Valet Parking at 427 11th St. NW, DC $20.00/day 145 yd](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington/convenient-valet-parking-427-11th-st-nw-dc-136176) [Affordable ULI Event Parking in Washington, DC $220.00/mo 164 yd](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington/affordable-uli-event-parking-in-washington-dc-120841) [Valet Parking at 1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC $12.00/day 219 yd](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/dc/washington/valet-parking-at-1101-pennsylvania-ave-nw-dc-135256) [See more parking near you →](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) ![Ford's Theatre National Historic Site, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy.](https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/parking-near-fords-theatre-national-historic-site-washington-20963c.webp) Ford's Theatre National Historic Site, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: [Pexels](https://www.pexels.com) ## Parking at Ford's Theatre National Historic Site Ford's Theatre National Historic Site does not offer on-site parking, so drivers should plan for a nearby garage or metered street space rather than expecting a National Park Service lot. The National Park Service describes downtown Washington parking as very limited, making advance planning particularly useful for visits to the museum at 511 10th Street NW (nps.gov). Parking garages and metered street parking are located nearby (nps.gov). The site is generally open every day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, so those hours provide a practical window for daytime parking and a museum visit (nps.gov). An independent parking garage is directly next to the theater, but parking fees are not validated (fords.org). ## Garages and Street Parking Around the Site The National Park Service specifically identifies nearby parking garages and metered street parking as the main options for visitors arriving by car (nps.gov). Metered spaces can suit a short stop, while a garage is generally more practical when the visit includes the museum and surrounding downtown attractions. The independent garage directly next to the theater is another named option for drivers, although its parking fees are not validated by Ford's Theatre (fords.org). A call to 202-347-4833 on the day of a visit provides information about current availability at the theater's nearby parking option (fords.org). Show map of Washington ## Downtown Washington Parking Pressure and Street Rules Parking is very limited in downtown Washington, according to the National Park Service, so the blocks around 10th Street NW can become difficult for drivers who arrive without a backup option (nps.gov). The site's central location, 0.2 mi from Washington center, makes a garage or a metered space more realistic than relying on a long-term curbside spot. Metered street parking is available nearby, but drivers need to follow the restrictions and payment instructions posted at each space. The National Park Service lists metered street parking as a nearby option rather than free visitor parking (nps.gov). ## Parksy Spaces Near Ford's Theatre Parksy lists a monthly space in Penn Quarter, 114 yd from Ford's Theatre National Historic Site, at $81 a month. A valet space at 975 F Street is 126 yd away and costs $300 a month, while a garage space at 560 11th St. NW is 127 yd away for $11 a day. Other nearby choices include a valet space at 427 11th St. NW, 145 yd away, for $20 a day, plus ULI event parking 164 yd away for $10 a month. A valet space at 1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW is 219 yd from the site and costs $12 a day. ## Metro Center Access to Ford's Theatre Metro Center station is the nearest station to Ford's Theatre National Historic Site. The site address is 511 10th Street NW, in central Washington. From Metro Center station, the short walk avoids the need to search for a curb space immediately outside the museum. Drivers using a nearby garage can also combine parking with a final walk through the downtown area instead of moving the car between attractions. Show street view near Ford's Theatre National Historic Site ## Sources - [Ford's Theatre National Historic Site website](https://www.nps.gov/foth/index.htm) - [District of Columbia Department of Transportation](https://ddot.dc.gov) - [USA.gov motor vehicle services](https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services) - [Federal Highway Administration](https://highways.dot.gov) - [Parking and Metro](https://fords.org/visit-us/plan-your-visit/parking-metro/) - [Historic Site Visit](https://fords.org/visit-us/historic-site-visit/) - [Directions](https://www.nps.gov/foth/planyourvisit/directions.htm) - [Ford's Theatre](https://fords.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 Ford's Theatre National Historic Site? Ford's Theatre National Historic Site has no on-site parking, so plan for a nearby garage or metered street space. The site is at 511 10th Street NW, and downtown Washington parking is very limited. Parksy lists a garage at 560 11th St. NW, 127 yd away, for $11 a day. The site is generally open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. ### Does Ford's Theatre National Historic Site Have On-Site Parking? No. Ford's Theatre National Historic Site does not offer on-site parking or a National Park Service lot. Drivers should plan for a nearby parking garage or metered street space. The National Park Service identifies garages and metered street parking as nearby options, while the independent garage directly next to the theater does not have validated parking fees. ### What Nearby Garage Parking Options Are Available? Nearby garage choices include a space at 560 11th St. NW, 127 yd away, for $11 a day. An independent parking garage is directly next to the theater, but parking fees are not validated. A call to 202-347-4833 on the day of a visit provides information about current availability at the theater's nearby parking option. ### How Much Is Nearby Parksy Parking? Parksy lists several nearby choices. A monthly space in Penn Quarter is 114 yd away for $81 a month. A valet at 975 F Street is 126 yd away for $300 a month. Other options include $20 a day at 427 11th St. NW, $10 a month for ULI event parking 164 yd away, and $12 a day at 1101 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. ### Is Street Parking Available Near the Site? Yes. Metered street parking is available nearby, but drivers must follow the restrictions and payment instructions posted at each space. The National Park Service lists metered parking as a nearby option rather than free visitor parking. ### Can I Use Metro Center Instead of Parking Nearby? Metro Center station is the nearest station to Ford's Theatre National Historic Site. The site is at 511 10th Street NW in central Washington, and the short walk from Metro Center avoids searching for a curb space immediately outside the museum. 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