--- description: "Find nearby parking for School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University: a covered garage is 0.2 mi away for $32 a day." title: Parking Near School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University, Harlem | Parksy image: https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/poi-attraction-b44cf2d9.webp --- [Skip to main content](#main-content) # Parking Near School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University, Harlem Landmark Parking · Harlem, New York · School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University Published 17 Sep 2026 · 4 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines) 1161 Amsterdam Avenue [Airport Parking (LGA)](https://www.parksy.com/airport/us/ny/lga) [Cheap Parking](https://www.parksy.com/cheap/us/ny/harlem) [Disability Parking](https://www.parksy.com/disability/us/ny/harlem) [Free Parking](https://www.parksy.com/free/us/ny/harlem) [Garage Rentals](https://www.parksy.com/garages/harlem) [Listings Nearby](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/harlem) [Moving Guide](https://www.parksy.com/moving/us/ny/harlem) [Parking Costs](https://www.parksy.com/costs/us/ny/harlem) [Parking Fines](https://www.parksy.com/fines/us/ny/harlem) [Parking Permits](https://www.parksy.com/permits/us/ny/harlem) [Parking Signs](https://www.parksy.com/signs/us/ny/harlem) [Rent Parking](https://www.parksy.com/rent/us/ny/harlem) [Street Parking](https://www.parksy.com/street/us/ny/harlem) [Towed Vehicle](https://www.parksy.com/towed/us/ny/harlem) [Vehicle Storage](https://www.parksy.com/storage/us/ny/harlem) Where Can I Park for School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University? Public parking is not available at the International Affairs Building. For the site at 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, use nearby street parking or a public garage. The closest listed option is a covered garage 0.2 mi away for $32 a day. Metered and non-metered New York City street parking are available, and visitor parking information lists hours from 6 a.m. to midnight. Listen to article 4:37 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
1161 Amsterdam Avenue
Closest listed space
Secure Covered Parking in Morningside Heights - Champion Garage, 0.2 mi (5 min walk)
Nearest station
Cathedral Parkway – 110th Street, 0.4 mi (9 min walk)
## Parking Near Harlem [Secure Covered Parking in Morningside Heights - Champion Garage $32.00/day 0.2 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/morningside-heights/secure-covered-parking-in-morningside-heights-cham-135187) [Convenient Covered Garage Parking in Morningside Heights $25.00/day 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/morningside-heights/convenient-covered-garage-parking-in-morningside-h-134347) [Convenient Parking at GMC University Garage in Harlem $34.00/day 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/new-york/convenient-parking-at-gmc-university-garage-in-har-134634) [GMC Parking - University Garage in New York, NY $34.00/day 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/new-york/gmc-parking-university-garage-in-new-york-ny-134650) [Secure 24/7 Garage Parking in NYC with Valet Service $21.12/hr 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/new-york/secure-247-garage-parking-nyc-valet-service-174552) [Premier 24/7 Valet Garage in New York City $21.12/hr 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/ny/new-york/premier-247-valet-garage-new-york-city-174571) [See more parking near you →](https://www.parksy.com/parking-near-me) ![Visitors at a city landmark](https://www.parksy.com/sites/default/files/landmarks/poi-attraction-b44cf2d9.webp) Visitors at a city landmark Photo: [Pexels](https://www.pexels.com/@2050139) / Александр Чуракаев ## Parking at School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University Public parking is not available at the International Affairs Building, whose address is 418 West 118th Street, New York, NY 10027 (propark.com). For a visit to the site at 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, the practical choice is a nearby public space rather than attempting to park inside the university building. Columbia University says metered and non-metered parking is available on New York City streets (visit.columbia.edu). The university’s visitor parking information lists opening hours from 6 a.m. to midnight and the phone number 212-523-1051 (visit.columbia.edu). ## Parksy Spaces Near SIPACU in Morningside Heights The closest listed option is Secure Covered Parking in Morningside Heights - Champion Garage, a covered garage space 0.2 mi from SIPACU at $32 a day. It suits drivers who want a structured parking location within a short drive of 1161 Amsterdam Avenue. At 0.3 mi, Convenient Covered Garage Parking in Morningside Heights costs $25 a day. Two GMC University Garage listings are also 0.3 mi away at $34 a day, while Secure 24/7 Garage Parking in NYC with Valet Service and Premier 24/7 Valet Garage in New York City are 0.3 mi away at $21.12 an hour. Show map of Harlem ## Other Columbia Parking Facilities and Public Options Columbia University Facilities Management operates four parking facilities, including 100 Haven Avenue, Haven Avenue at 171st Street, the Allan Rosenfield Building, and 722 West 168th Street (publichealth.columbia.edu). These named university facilities are alternatives elsewhere on the campus system rather than parking inside the International Affairs Building. New York City street parking around the university includes both metered and non-metered spaces, according to Columbia’s visitor information (visit.columbia.edu). The university’s visitor parking contact is 212-523-1051 (visit.columbia.edu). ## Walking and Rail Access to SIPACU Cathedral Parkway – 110th Street is the nearest listed station, 0.4 mi from SIPACU and a 9-minute walk. The station provides a practical alternative for visitors who would rather avoid driving into Morningside Heights near Harlem. The site is at 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, and the station connection keeps the final approach on foot rather than requiring a curbside space immediately outside the building. SIPACU is 0.8 mi from Harlem center, making the station route relevant for trips combining the attraction with the surrounding neighborhood. Show street view near School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University ## Sources - [School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University website](https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/) - [New York Department of Transportation](https://www.dot.ny.gov) - [USA.gov motor vehicle services](https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services) - [Federal Highway Administration](https://highways.dot.gov) - [Parking](https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/people/current-students/student-resources/navigating-campus/parking) - [Parking](https://visit.columbia.edu/content/parking) - [International Affairs Building](https://www.propark.com/facilities/international-affairs-building/) \* 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 School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University? Public parking is not available at the International Affairs Building. For the site at 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, use nearby street parking or a public garage. The closest listed option is a covered garage 0.2 mi away for $32 a day. Metered and non-metered New York City street parking are available, and visitor parking information lists hours from 6 a.m. to midnight. ### What Is the Closest Parking Near School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University? The closest listed option is Secure Covered Parking in Morningside Heights - Champion Garage, a covered garage 0.2 mi from SIPACU at $32 a day. It is a structured parking location within a short drive of 1161 Amsterdam Avenue. Public parking is not available at the International Affairs Building itself. ### How Much Do Nearby Garages Cost? Convenient Covered Garage Parking in Morningside Heights is 0.3 mi away at $25 a day. Two GMC University Garage listings are also 0.3 mi away at $34 a day. Secure 24/7 Garage Parking in NYC with Valet Service and Premier 24/7 Valet Garage in New York City are 0.3 mi away at $21.12 an hour. ### Is Street Parking Available Near the International Affairs Building? Columbia University says metered and non-metered parking is available on New York City streets. For a visit to 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, street parking is a practical public option rather than attempting to park inside the university building. The visitor parking information lists opening hours from 6 a.m. to midnight. ### What Other Columbia Parking Facilities Can Visitors Use? Columbia University Facilities Management operates four parking facilities: 100 Haven Avenue, Haven Avenue at 171st Street, the Allan Rosenfield Building, and 722 West 168th Street. These are alternatives elsewhere in the campus parking system, rather than parking inside the International Affairs Building. ### Can I Take the Subway Instead of Driving? Cathedral Parkway – 110th Street is the nearest listed station, 0.4 mi from SIPACU and a 9-minute walk. The route keeps the final approach on foot instead of requiring a curbside space immediately outside the building. 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