Parking Near Virginia State Capitol, Richmond
Where Can I Park for Virginia State Capitol?
The official visitor facility is the 9th & Franklin Street Parking Deck, accessed from 9th Street and Bank Street, and open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. Nearby Parksy options include St. Paul’s Church Garage, 267 yd away for $15 an hour, and a lot with shuttle service, 333 yd away for $9 a day.
- Address
- 1001 Capitol Street
- Closest listed space
- Convenient Parking at St. Paul’s Church Garage, Richmond, 267 yd (4 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Richmond Main Street Station, 0.4 mi (8 min walk)
Parking Near Richmond
Virginia State Capitol, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: Pexels
Parking at the Virginia State Capitol Visitor Deck
The official visitor facility is the 9th & Franklin Street Parking Deck, with access from 9th Street and Bank Street.
Hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays (Virginia General Assembly; Virginia General Assembly visitor publication). The deck has no overnight parking, and drivers should take their ticket with them for re-entry (Virginia General Assembly). Four accessible spaces with a two-hour limit are reserved for Capitol visitors, reached by driving north on 10th Street and turning right (Visit Richmond).
Parksy Spaces Within Walking Distance of the Site
Parksy lists a garage at St. Paul’s Church, 267 yd from the site, priced at $15 an hour. An outdoor space at 310 N. 8th St. is 318 yd away and costs $19 a day, while another outdoor lot in Richmond is also 318 yd away at $19 a day.
A lot with shuttle service is 333 yd away for $9 a day, and a secure, lighted parking space with 24/7 access is also 333 yd away for $12 a day. These options place drivers close to the Capitol precinct without using the official visitor deck.
Busy Times and Street Parking Around Capitol Street
Weekday demand is concentrated during the visitor deck’s operating window of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday (Virginia General Assembly visitor publication). State holidays are excluded from those published deck hours (Virginia General Assembly visitor publication).
The four accessible spaces reserved for Capitol visitors have a two-hour limit (Visit Richmond). Access to those spaces requires driving north on 10th Street and turning right (Visit Richmond).
Other Named Parking Facilities Near the Richmond Capitol
The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation lists parking at 1500 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219, at $1 per hour or $6 for 24 hours (Virginia Capital Trail Foundation).
The 9th & Franklin Street Parking Deck remains the named visitor facility for Capitol parking, while 1500 East Main Street and the 14th and Cary garage provide alternatives in the wider downtown area (Virginia General Assembly; Virginia Capital Trail Foundation). Drivers choosing those alternatives should allow for the additional walk to 1001 Capitol Street.
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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 Virginia State Capitol?
The official visitor facility is the 9th & Franklin Street Parking Deck, accessed from 9th Street and Bank Street, and open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. Nearby Parksy options include St. Paul’s Church Garage, 267 yd away for $15 an hour, and a lot with shuttle service, 333 yd away for $9 a day.
What Are the Hours for the Visitor Parking Deck?
The 9th & Franklin Street Parking Deck is open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding state holidays. It has no overnight parking. Drivers should take their ticket with them for re-entry. Access to the official visitor facility is from 9th Street and Bank Street.
Are Accessible Parking Spaces Available for Capitol Visitors?
Four accessible spaces with a two-hour limit are reserved for Capitol visitors. To reach them, drive north on 10th Street and turn right. The spaces are separate from the nearby paid options, including the St. Paul’s Church Garage and outdoor lots listed within walking distance.
What Is the Closest Nearby Paid Parking Option?
Parksy lists St. Paul’s Church Garage at 267 yd from the site for $15 an hour. Other nearby choices include an outdoor space at 310 N. 8th St. 318 yd away for $19 a day and a lot with shuttle service 333 yd away for $9 a day.
Are There Affordable Parking Options Near the Capitol?
Parksy lists a lot with shuttle service 333 yd away for $9 a day and a secure, lighted parking space with 24/7 access also 333 yd away for $12 a day. The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation lists parking at 1500 East Main Street for $1 per hour or $6 for 24 hours.
Can I Park Outside the Official Visitor Deck?
Yes. Alternatives include Parksy spaces at St. Paul’s Church, 310 N. 8th St., another outdoor lot in Richmond, and lots with shuttle or 24/7 access. The 1500 East Main Street facility and the 14th and Cary garage are wider downtown alternatives, so drivers should allow for the additional walk to 1001 Capitol Street.
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