City of Santa Monica

Whether you're visiting the world-famous Santa Monica Pier, enjoying shopping and dining at Third Street Promenade, spending a sunny day at Santa Monica Beach, or attending a special event at the Civic Center, convenient parking is available across the city. With beach lots, downtown garages, Main Street access, and civic structures, the City of Santa Monica provides parking options that put you steps away from the action.

Why Park in Santa Monica?

• Direct access to the Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Park, and the iconic Ferris wheel
• Easy walking distance to the Third Street Promenade for shopping, dining, and entertainment
• Beachfront parking with immediate access to Santa Monica State Beach and bike paths
• Close to cultural attractions like the Annenberg Community Beach House and the Civic Auditorium
• Perfect for family outings, beach days, date nights, and large-scale community events

Reserve Your Parking Spot

The City of Santa Monica is working to make parking easier than ever with a growing network of garages, surface lots, and beach facilities. Online reservations will soon be available at select locations, allowing you to plan ahead and guarantee a space before arriving.

Click on any of the parking facility addresses below to begin your reservation. (Reservation links coming soon!)

Downtown Santa Monica Parking Structures

Surface Lots & Civic Parking

Beach & Pier Parking

Main Street Parking Lots