Navigating Parking at the University of Arizona: A Comprehensive Guide

Finding suitable parking is a common concern for students, faculty, staff, and visitors at any large university. The University of Arizona (UA) is no exception. This article provides a comprehensive overview of parking options, regulations, and resources available at the University of Arizona, encompassing information for Wildcat Club members, general public, students, and visitors.

Parking for Wildcat Club Members

For members of the Wildcat Club, parking privileges are a coveted benefit tied to their support of Arizona Athletics. However, it's important to understand the specifics:

Not Guaranteed: Wildcat Club parking assignments are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
Annual Benefit: Parking is an annual benefit, meaning it needs to be renewed each year.
Assignment Criteria: Assignments are based on several factors:
- Availability of parking spaces
- Annual Benefit Level within the Wildcat Club
- Number of season tickets held
- Priority Points (used to rank donors within each Annual Benefit Level)

Disabled Parking for Wildcat Club Members

Disabled parking is available for Wildcat Club members in specific lots, including A East, A West, and Cherry Garage for Football, and Cherry Garage for Men's Basketball. Assignment criteria include:

Annual benefit level
Priority Points
Number of disabled spaces available
Compliance with The University of Arizona Disability Resource Center regulations

An elevator is conveniently located in the southwest corner of the Cherry Garage.

Reserved Parking

Diamond and Platinum level Football and Men's Basketball season ticket holders receive a reserved parking spot at home games.

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Online Parking Selection Process

Since 2018, Arizona Athletics and the Wildcat Club have implemented an online parking and seat upgrade process. All season ticket holders and Wildcat Club members are required to use this system to select their Football and Men's Basketball parking, as well as to upgrade or add new season tickets.

General Public Parking Information

For the general public seeking parking information, including details on pay lots, the following resources are available:

Call 520-621-3710
Visit parking.arizona.edu

Disabled Parking for Non-Wildcat Club Members

Individuals who are not Wildcat Club members but require disabled parking permits can purchase them from the UA Parking and Transportation Department by calling 520-626-PARK (7275).

Downtown Tucson Parking Options

The University of Arizona's location provides access to various parking options in the greater Downtown area, including 4th Avenue, Main Gate Square, and the Mercado District.

Park Tucson Garages and Lots

Park Tucson offers over 3,000 covered spaces in parking garages and nearly 1,000 spaces in surface lots.

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Parking Meters

Parking meters are located throughout the business districts in the Sun Link Streetcar corridor, with time limits ranging from 1/2-hour to 6 hours. The time limit is indicated on both a nearby sign and the meter's LED display.

Cost: All meters are priced at $1.00/hour.
Enforcement: Meters are enforced Monday - Saturday, 8:00am to 7:00pm, excluding meters on and surrounding N. 4th Av.
Free Parking: Metered parking spaces are free after 7:00pm on weekdays and all day Sunday.
Payment Options: Most meters are "smart" meters that accept payments by mobile app, coins, credit, debit, or Park Smart card.
GoTucson Parking App: All Park Tucson parking meters can be paid with the GoTucson Parking mobile app.

Parking Pay Stations

Parking Pay Stations are located on each block in the Mercado District. To use them:

Park your vehicle.
Find a Parking Pay Station.
Follow the instructions, starting by entering your license plate number.

Visitor Parking in Park Tucson Garages

Visitor parking is available in all six Park Tucson garages and all five Park Tucson surface parking lots. Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 5:00pm, parking is charged hourly at $1.00/hour.

Entry Options:
- Press a green button to receive a ticket for later payment.
- Insert a credit or debit card directly. The same card will be needed to exit the garage.

Specific Garage Information

Centro Garage: Located at 345 E. Pennington Street. Cash and credit cards can be used at kiosks on the ground level next to the elevators and stairwell, and along Scott Avenue, next to the outside stairwell.
City-State Garage: Located at 498 W. Congress Street.
Library Garage: Located at 45 W. Alameda Street. Serves visitors to the Joel D. Valdez Main Library. Hourly Rate - $1.00 per hour, with the first hour free if you stay no longer than one hour.
Depot Plaza Garage: Located at 45 N. Toole Avenue

Specific Parking Lot Information

Parking Lot: Located at 201 E. Congress Street. Visitor parking is available at 4 parking meters near the lot entrance, $1.00/hour. Payment required at the metered spaces, Monday - Saturday, 8:00am to 7:00pm.
Triangle Parking Lot: Located at 225 E. Congress Street. Payment is only accepted through the GoTucson Parking mobile app.
Franklin Street Parking Lot: Located at 50 W. Franklin Street. Visitor parking is available at the 10 parking meters on the east end of the lot. The meters are enforced for payment and time limit, Monday to Saturday, 8:00am to 7:00pm.
Historic Depot Lot: Located at 400 N. Toole Avenue. Visitor parking is available 24/7 in the lot. Payment is required, Monday to Saturday, 8:00am to 7:00pm at the 43 metered spaces.
Paseo Redondo Parking Lot: Located at 301 W. Paseo Redondo. Visitor parking is available at any of the 30 parking meters in the middle of the lot. The meters are enforced for payment and time limit, Monday to Saturday, 8:00am to 7:00pm. Payment is only accepted through the GoTucson Parking mobile app.

University of Arizona Student Parking Options

For students at the University of Arizona, several parking and transportation options exist:

Campus Parking Permits

A campus parking permit allows individuals to park in designated areas on and around campus. Permits are available for purchase throughout the school year after July 6, according to UA PTS. Prices vary depending on the type and lot, with parking garages generally being the most expensive and zones the cheapest.

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Cost-Friendly Options

The UA offers more cost-friendly options such as carpool or Park & Ride permits for students who want to bring a car but save money.

Park & Ride Permit: This system allows students living off-campus to park in a lot near one of the Cat Tran stops and take public transportation into campus.

City of Tucson Street Parking

The City of Tucson offers street parking. All meters are $1 an hour, regardless of the location.

Alternative Transportation Options for Students

Bicycling

Bicycling is a popular mode of transportation among students, and the university offers many resources for bicyclists. Biking can be a fun and effective way of commuting.

Bike Valet: The UA provides a free bike valet to keep bikes safe during the school day.
Personal Bike Protection: Investing in a good lock is advisable to prevent theft.

Cat Tran

The Cat Tran is valued for its ease, convenience, and price.

Night Cat and Saferide

These programs help students without access to a car to travel safely from point A to point B.

Night Cat (by Lyft): Strictly for on-campus transportation.
Saferide (funded by the ASUA): Will take students off-campus as well.

City of Tucson Transportation

The City of Tucson provides transportation that can be helpful for students wishing to travel off-campus.

U-Pass: If fares resume in January, students may find it beneficial to purchase a U-Pass through UA PTS.

Tugo Bike Rental System

The City of Tucson also provides a bike rental system called Tugo for those who wish to travel by bike but do not have one of their own. Through the parking portal, UA students can purchase a $40 annual membership to Tugo which will allow for unlimited 30-minute rides for a whole year.

Additional Visitor Parking Options

The campus offers low-rate hourly parking for visitors in two designated surface lots. Lot 10002, located at the northeast corner of 7th Street and Van Buren Street, provides limited parking with 20 spaces available at a rate of $2.25 per hour. Additional visitor parking is available nearby in Lot 10003 (see campus signage for exact location) at a rate of $3.25 per hour.

There is also visitor parking available in the PBC garage [555 E. Fillmore, Phoenix, AZ 85004], located at the southeast corner of 5th Street and Fillmore. Entrances are accessible from the south side of Fillmore and the east side of 5th Street.

Arizona Center parking garageâââââ. Visitor parking is available at a rate of $5 for the first hour. After the first hour, the rate increases to $16 for two to three hours and $22 for three to four hours, with a maximum daily rate of $25.

Heritage Square parking garage. Contact ACE Parking, 602-307-5096, to inquire about validation. *If events are happening in or around the downtown area, rates may differ.

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