subject: How to Find Cheap Baltimore Parking [print this page] How to Find Cheap Baltimore Parking How to Find Cheap Baltimore Parking
Since Baltimore's Inner Harbor is an international tourist destination, it can become extremely crowded during the spring and summer. But cheap Baltimore parking does not have to be an impossible dream. With tens of thousands of parking spaces on the streets and in garages in the Inner Harbor and surrounding areas, parking is usually a hassle-free detail.
Keep a cool head. Bear in mind that no matter what setbacks you encounter, you will eventually find a cheap Baltimore parking space.
Find out if your destination is offering on-site parking or discounts for area garages. Most of the parking at Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium is reserved, so if you don't have a parking pass, plan to park at a garage. The National Aquarium's website has an online coupon you can download and print. With this coupon you can have a discount off the daily rate at a nearby garage. Those visiting Port Discovery can park at the garage for a discount rate on weekends.
Many Inner Harbor restaurants offer valet parking, so call ahead to inquire.
Cheap Baltimore Parking on Weekends
On weekends many garages offer a discounted all-day flat rate ranging from $7 to $10.
In for the evening, some parking garages offer deals after the commuters clear out, usually a flat rate ranging from $5 to $7 after 5 p.m. Sunday through Friday. Simply follow the signs advertising these discounts.
There are small, unattended self-pay lots tucked around the waterfront area. They usually have a flat rate ranging from $5 to $7 for the day. Park in a spot, and note the number painted on your spot. Slip your cash in the corresponding slot in a metal box.
Street Parking
Most spots on the street are legal for two- or four-hour periods.
Neighborhoods like Little Italy and Federal Hill have two-hour free street parking, but there are restrictions, especially on game days.
Coin parking meters are being phased out in areas like Harbor East and Fells Point. Parking kiosks that take coins and credit cards have replaced them. Pay for your time and leave the receipt on your dashboard.
When parking near a corner, make sure neither the nose nor the rear of your vehicle blocks the sidewalk perpendicular to it. You can be ticketed for parking too close to the corner.
