Find an Easy Windsor Parking Space Before Downtown Traffic Builds
Compare municipal garages, City Centre lots, street-meter prices, Passport app payment and practical parking near Windsor’s riverfront, casino, City Hall and downtown venues.
Save one preferred facility and one backup. The easiest option depends on visit length, payment period, final walking route and the direction you need to leave.
Fast Answer: Which Downtown Windsor Parking Option Fits Your Visit?
Short daytime stop: use a legal street meter when the maximum stay comfortably covers the visit.
Two- or three-hour visit: a City Centre surface lot normally costs $2 per hour and may offer a three-hour maximum.
Long or uncertain visit: use Municipal Garage #1 or #2. Both operate 24/7 at $2 per hour with a $20 daily maximum.
Late-night downtown stay: use a City lot or garage rather than a street where 4:00–6:00 a.m. parking is prohibited.
Downtown Windsor Parking Decision Table
| Visit type | Best starting option | Current municipal price | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quick weekday errand | Street meter | $2.25 app or $2.50 coin per hour | Maximum time and return-hour restriction |
| Two- to three-hour visit | City Centre surface lot | $2 per hour | Lot maximum and evening pricing |
| All-day visit | Municipal garage | $2 per hour; $20 maximum | Which garage is closer to the final entrance |
| Evening event | Surface lot or garage | Some lots use a $5 flat rate | Event demand and post-event exit route |
| Sunday street visit | Legal street meter space | Generally free | Other signs and loading restrictions |
| Late-night visit | City lot or garage | Lot rules vary; garages remain paid | 4:00–6:00 a.m. downtown street restriction |
Municipal Garages for Long Downtown Windsor Visits
Municipal Garage #1
Location: Pitt Street East and Goyeau Street.
Rate: $2 per hour, $20 daily maximum.
Best for: City Hall, riverfront, Goyeau Street and central downtown.
Municipal Garage #2
Location: Park Street West and Pelissier Street.
Rate: $2 per hour, $20 daily maximum.
Best for: Ouellette Avenue, Pelissier Street and west downtown.
Pay before driving to the exit: Windsor garages use pay-on-foot machines. Keep the entry ticket and complete payment before entering the exit lane.
Downtown Windsor Municipal Surface Lots
Windsor operates 29 off-street lots. Most City Centre lots charge $2 per hour, normally with a three-hour daytime maximum.
| Lot or area | Useful for | Important check |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 5 — Dieppe Riverfront | Riverfront walks, festivals and waterfront attractions | Event or alternative posted rates |
| Lot 10 — Park at Goyeau | City Hall and central downtown | Three-hour maximum and appointment length |
| Lot 15 — Pelissier at Wyandotte | Pelissier Street and west downtown | Evening flat-rate period |
| Lot 16 — CNR Riverfront | Waterfront and longer riverfront visits | Event controls and posted maximum |
| Lots 22 and 23 | University Avenue and western downtown | City lot versus University parking rules |
| Lots 25 and 27 | Adventure Bay and WIATC | Facility event pricing |
| Lot 34 — Casino Riverfront | Casino and riverfront area | Municipal versus casino-operated parking |
Payment methods: most municipal lots accept credit cards for payments of $3 or more. Cash payments are coin only; paper bills are not accepted.
Downtown Windsor Street Meter Rates and Hours
Passport app rate
Current hourly rate when paying through Passport Parking Canada.
Coin meter rate
Current hourly rate when using accepted coins.
Meter hours
Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday and holidays
Street-meter payment is generally not required.
Payment does not make an illegal space legal: loading zones, no-parking signs, accessible spaces and maximum-time rules still apply.
How to Use Passport Parking Canada in Windsor
Free Sunday, Holiday and Late-Night Parking
Street meters
Generally free outside payment hours, on Sundays and on holidays.
Municipal surface lots
Many lots charge on Sundays and may use a $5 evening or Sunday flat rate.
Municipal garages
Garages remain paid 24 hours a day, including Sundays and holidays.
Do not apply street-meter rules to a garage or lot: each parking type has its own payment schedule.
Late-Night and Overnight Parking in Downtown Windsor
Vehicles may not park on various downtown streets between Riverside Drive and Giles Boulevard, from Caron Avenue to McDougall Street, between 4:00 and 6:00 a.m.
Downtown street parking
Avoid street parking through the 4:00–6:00 a.m. cleaning and snow-removal period.
City-owned surface lot
The City states there is no charge from midnight to 8:00 a.m., but read the individual lot sign before relying on this.
Municipal garage
Both garages operate 24/7 and are the clearer option for a full overnight stay.
Three-day street limit: a licensed vehicle cannot remain in the same street location for more than three consecutive days. This rule is complaint-driven.
Parking Near Downtown Windsor Destinations
Accessible Parking Rules in Downtown Windsor
City surface lots
Parking is free with a valid visible accessible permit, but the lot maximum still applies.
Street meters
Accessible permit holders must pay at ordinary metered spaces.
Municipal garages
Standard garage fees apply.
Route check: verify the bay, curb cut, sidewalk, elevator and destination entrance. The closest parking space may not provide the easiest accessible route.
Monthly Downtown Windsor Parking Permits
| Location | Monthly fee including HST | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Garage #1 | $128.03 | Pitt and Goyeau |
| Garage #2 | $128.03 | Park and Pelissier |
| Lot 15 | $89.62 | Wyandotte and Pelissier |
| Lot 16 | $115.23 | Riverside waterfront |
| Lot 22 | $89.62 | University and Bruce |
| Lot 23 | $89.62 | Caron and University |
Garage payment setup: monthly garage permits require pre-authorized bank withdrawal and a void cheque or equivalent.
Broken Meter, Wrong Zone or Garage Payment Problem
| Problem | What to do | What to save |
|---|---|---|
| Meter will not accept payment | Try Passport or move to another legal paid space. | Meter number, error photo and location. |
| Wrong Passport zone | Start a correct session immediately. | Both receipts, zone and plate. |
| Maximum time reached | Move to a legal lot or garage. | App expiry and posted maximum. |
| Garage ticket lost | Use the assistance button at the machine or gate. | Plate, entry estimate and garage number. |
How to Pay or Dispute a Windsor Parking Ticket
Scam warning: the City of Windsor does not send parking-ticket reminders by text message or email.
Online processing: payment may take up to 72 hours to reach the City. The payment date is the date received by the office.
Windsor Parking Contacts and Addresses
Traffic Operations
Windsor 311
60-Second Windsor Parking Checklist
Before leaving the vehicle
- Confirm City, casino, venue or private ownership.
- Read the maximum stay.
- Check the payment period.
- Verify the app zone or meter number.
- Save the plate and expiry time.
- Check whether event pricing applies.
Before driving downtown
- Check riverfront and venue events.
- Save one preferred facility and one backup.
- Choose by departure direction.
- Confirm accessibility and elevator access.
- Check the overnight street restriction.
- Photograph the garage level or street block.
Downtown Windsor Parking Map
Use the map for general planning, then verify the operator, facility number and payment rules at the entrance.
Map warning: results can mix municipal, casino, hotel and private parking. Read the operator sign before applying City rates or accessible-permit rules.
Official Windsor Parking Tools
Downtown Windsor Parking FAQs
How much is street parking in downtown Windsor?
Windsor currently lists $2.25 per hour through Passport Parking Canada and $2.50 per hour when paying a street meter by coin.
What hours are Windsor parking meters enforced?
The current City page lists Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check the sign and meter screen for the specific space.
Is downtown Windsor street parking free on Sunday?
Street-meter payment is generally free on Sundays and holidays, but every other parking restriction still applies.
Are Windsor municipal lots free on Sunday?
Not necessarily. Some City Centre lots charge $2 per hour or a $5 flat rate on Sunday.
How much are Windsor municipal garages?
Garage #1 and Garage #2 currently charge $2 per hour with a $20 daily maximum.
Are Windsor municipal garages open overnight?
Yes. Both downtown municipal garages operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Can I park on a downtown Windsor street overnight?
Various downtown streets prohibit parking between 4 and 6 a.m. Use a legal City lot, garage or private lot for a full overnight stay.
Is parking free with an accessible permit?
City-owned paid surface lots are free with a valid visible permit, subject to maximum time limits. Street meters and municipal garages still charge.
Can I extend Passport parking from my phone?
Yes, while the space remains eligible. You cannot extend beyond the legal maximum time shown for the meter or zone.
How do I dispute a Windsor parking ticket?
Request a screening officer review within 30 days. Save photographs, payment receipts and other supporting evidence before submitting the request.
Independent Downtown Windsor Parking Guide
Parking Guide Hub is not the City of Windsor, Passport Parking Canada, Caesars Windsor, Windsor Police Service or any parking operator.
Rates, operating hours, lot access, event pricing and enforcement conditions can change. Verify time-sensitive information through the linked official page and onsite signs.
Visit the Parking Guide Hub homepage for additional parking guides.