How Much Does Parking Cost in Vancouver?
Honest answer: there is no one parking price in Vancouver. Price depends on three things: the area (downtown and event zones cost more than residential streets), the duration (hourly, daily and overnight are priced differently) and the type of spot (meter, commercial lot, or a spot booked in advance). The good news: you can know the exact price before you even start the car.
Downtown Vancouver parking you can book
Indoor parkades in Coal Harbour, near Canada Place, the Convention Centre and the seawall. Book ahead in the app and your spot is waiting.
A price known in advance
The price shown at booking is the price paid — full stop.
Promo code VANC5 — $5 off any purchase of $20 or more.
What moves the price
Street meters: handy for short stops, but time-capped, zone- and hour-dependent — and nothing is guaranteed when you arrive.
Gate-priced commercial lots: the rate is posted at the entrance and can jump on busy days; "event pricing" shows up exactly when you need parking most.
A spot booked in advance: the price is shown before you leave, it doesn't move, and the spot is guaranteed. On event or storm days it's often the cheapest option — because the price was set before the rush.
See all reservable parking in Vancouver, by neighbourhood.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered.
Know before you go
The price shown at booking is the price paid — full stop.
Promo code VANC5 — $5 off any purchase of $20 or more.