Parking Near University of Houston–Downtown, TX
Where Can I Park for University of Houston–Downtown?
The only UHD visitor parking is at 201 Girard Street. Visitors to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings can also use a public parking facility. Nearby Parksy choices include a $15 a day outdoor lot 212 yd from campus, a $3 a day Stasco lot 0.2 mi away, and an Allen's Landing garage at $260 a month.
- Address
- 1 Main St # 562
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Outdoor Lot Parking in Downtown Houston, 212 yd (3 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Houston station, 0.5 mi (10 min walk)
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University of Houston–Downtown, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: Pexels
University of Houston–Downtown Campus Parking and Visitor Access
University of Houston–Downtown Parking & Transportation Services publishes the campus parking regulations, garages, permits, and related transportation information (uhd.edu). Students, faculty, and staff should use the permit information from Parking & Transportation Services when planning regular campus parking.
The only UHD visitor parking is at 201 Girard Street, according to the university’s driving directions (uhd.edu). Visitors to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings can use 201 Girard Street or a public parking facility, with the university identifying public parking as an alternative to visitor parking (uhd.edu). The campus address is 1 Main St # 562, in downtown Houston.
Parksy Parking Spaces Near the Downtown Campus
Parksy lists an outdoor lot 212 yd from the campus at $15 a day and an Allen's Landing garage 229 yd away at $260 a month. The outdoor lot suits a student or visitor needing a daily space, while the monthly garage is better suited to staff or students parking regularly.
A second outdoor lot is 238 yd away at $20 a day. Parksy also lists a 24/7 outdoor space 0.2 mi away at $7 an hour, a 24/7 Stasco lot 0.2 mi away at $3 a day, and a garage 0.2 mi away at $52 a day. The hourly option fits a short visit, while the daily Stasco space is the lower-priced choice for a full day.
Busy Periods and Street Restrictions Around the University
Parking demand is most difficult during university term times, open days, and campus events, when students, employees, visitors, and event attendees are looking for spaces around the downtown buildings. The university’s Parking & Transportation Services provides the applicable parking regulations for the campus (uhd.edu).
Visitors heading to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings should use the university’s designated visitor location at 201 Girard Street or a public parking facility rather than treating surrounding streets as campus parking (uhd.edu). The university’s driving-directions page identifies 201 Girard Street as the only UHD visitor parking location (uhd.edu).
Other Downtown Houston Parking Away From Campus Facilities
Public parking is an alternative for visitors going to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings, with the university directing drivers to use 201 Girard Street or public parking (uhd.edu). The Parksy spaces around the campus provide additional public choices, including outdoor lots, a garage, and the Stasco lot.
For a short stop, Parksy’s $7-an-hour outdoor space is priced for hourly use. A full-day visitor can choose the $3-a-day Stasco lot, the $15-a-day outdoor lot, the $20-a-day outdoor lot, or the $52-a-day garage. Regular staff or student parking can use the Allen's Landing garage at $260 a month.
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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 University of Houston–Downtown?
The only UHD visitor parking is at 201 Girard Street. Visitors to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings can also use a public parking facility. Nearby Parksy choices include a $15 a day outdoor lot 212 yd from campus, a $3 a day Stasco lot 0.2 mi away, and an Allen's Landing garage at $260 a month.
Where Is Visitor Parking for the Downtown Campus?
The only UHD visitor parking location is 201 Girard Street, according to the university’s driving directions. Visitors to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings can use 201 Girard Street or a public parking facility. Drivers should use the designated visitor location or public parking rather than treating surrounding streets as campus parking.
What Is the Cheapest Full-Day Parking Option Nearby?
The Stasco lot is listed at $3 a day and is 0.2 mi from campus. It is the lower-priced choice for a full day among the nearby options described. Other full-day choices include a $15-a-day outdoor lot 212 yd away, a $20-a-day outdoor lot 238 yd away, and a $52-a-day garage 0.2 mi away.
Which Nearby Parking Is Best for a Short Visit?
A 24/7 outdoor space 0.2 mi away is listed at $7 an hour, making it suitable for a short stop. For a full day, the 24/7 Stasco lot is listed at $3 a day. Visitors to the Shea or Commerce Street buildings can also use 201 Girard Street or a public parking facility.
Is Monthly Parking Available Near Campus?
The Allen's Landing garage is listed at $260 a month and is 229 yd from campus. It is better suited to staff or students parking regularly. Students, faculty, and staff should use the permit information from Parking & Transportation Services when planning regular campus parking.
When Is Parking Demand Most Difficult?
Parking demand is most difficult during university term times, open days, and campus events, when students, employees, visitors, and event attendees are looking for spaces around the downtown buildings. Parking & Transportation Services provides the applicable campus parking regulations, so drivers should plan around those busy periods.
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