Find U of T Parking Before You Enter Campus Traffic
Compare campus garages, public lots, Green P alternatives, street rules, accessible spaces, EV charging and visitor parking near University of Toronto’s St. George campus.
Choose by building, arrival time and walking route. The best lot for Rotman is not always the best lot for Hart House, OISE, Bahen or Convocation Hall.
Quick Answer: Best Parking Near University of Toronto
Best central-campus garage: Landmark Garage at 35 Hart House Circle for Hart House, King’s College Circle, Convocation Hall and central St. George campus.
Best west/north-campus garage: Rotman Garage at 107 St. George Street for Rotman, Robarts, Bloor Street, Yorkville and Bata Shoe Museum.
Best lower day-max campus lot: 162 St. George Street is useful when the ParkedIn app option fits your destination and availability.
Best backup outside campus: Green P lots around Bedford Road, Spadina Road and The Annex can help when U of T lots are full.
University of Toronto St. George Campus Parking Prices
These are official St. George campus parking rates from U of T Transportation Services. Check the live map before driving because availability, permits and access can change.
| Parking location | Best for | Half-hour | Day max | Evening / weekend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Hart House Circle / Landmark Garage | Central campus, Hart House, Convocation Hall | $4 | $22 | $10 evening; $10 weekend/holiday |
| 162 St. George Street | West campus, St. George Street, quick app parking | $4 | $13 | $7 evening; $7 weekend/holiday |
| 107 St. George Street / Rotman Garage | Rotman, Bloor, Robarts, Yorkville, Annex | $4 | $20 | $10 evening; $10 weekend/holiday |
| 71 Prince Arthur Avenue / OISE | OISE, Bedford Road, Bloor side | $4 | $16 | $8 evening; $8 weekend/holiday |
| 213 Huron Street / Bahen Centre | Bahen, Engineering, Huron, College side | $4 | $25 | $10 evening; $10 weekend/holiday |
| 17 Glen Morris Street / Graduate House | Graduate House, Huron Street, Spadina side | $4 | $22 | $10 evening; $10 weekend/holiday |
| 2 Bedford Road / OISE Lot M | North campus, Bloor, Bedford Road | $4 | $24 | $12 evening; $14 weekend/holiday |
| 89 Chestnut Street | Chestnut Residence, Dundas, south downtown U of T | $4.50 | $21 | $10 evening; $10 weekend/holiday |
| 730 Yonge Street | Yonge/Bloor side and general public parking | $3 | $14 | $6 evening; $8 weekend/holiday |
No free campus parking: U of T says there is no area, time or circumstance that allows free parking on the St. George campus.
Best U of T Parking Lot by Campus Area
Landmark Garage — 35 Hart House Circle
- Best for
- Hart House, King’s College Circle, Convocation Hall, University College, central campus events.
- Entrance
- Access is via Wellesley Street West and the underpass toward main campus.
- Price
- $4 per half hour, $22 day maximum, $10 evening/weekend/holiday flat rate.
- Accessibility
- Elevator at the southeast corner and 7 accessible spaces near the elevator.
- Clearance
- 238 cm / 7 ft 8 in.
- EV
- 48 Level 2 chargers listed by U of T. Parking payment still required.
Rotman Garage — 107 St. George Street
- Best for
- Rotman School, Robarts Library, St. George Street, Bloor Street, Yorkville and Bata Shoe Museum.
- Price
- $4 per half hour, $20 day maximum, $10 evening/weekend/holiday flat rate.
- Monthly
- $190 per month on the current official listing.
- Clearance
- About 191 cm / 6 ft 3 in.
- Payment
- Permit and machine payment are listed; pay-on-foot / gated access applies.
OISE Garage — 71 Prince Arthur Avenue
- Best for
- OISE, Bedford Road, Bloor Street, north campus, subway-based visits.
- Price
- $4 per half hour, $16 day maximum, $11 early bird, $8 evening/weekend/holiday flat rate.
- Permit
- Faculty/staff and student permit types are listed for this lot.
- Payment
- Permit, machine and app payment listed.
Bahen Centre Garage — 213 Huron Street
- Best for
- Bahen Centre, Engineering buildings, Huron Street and College Street side of campus.
- Price
- $4 per half hour, $25 day maximum, $10 evening/weekend/holiday flat rate.
- Clearance
- 203.2 cm / 6 ft 8 in.
- EV
- Two charging stations listed on Level P2.
- Payment
- Permit, machine and app payment listed.
Opening Hours, Day Max and Evening Parking Windows
Day maximum window
U of T lists the day maximum as 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Evening maximum window
U of T lists the evening maximum as 4 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Weekend and holiday rates
Several campus locations use flat weekend or holiday rates, but the amount changes by lot.
Permit-only periods
Some spaces are permit-only during weekday daytime hours. Public payment does not apply everywhere.
After 4PM permits
After 4PM permits allow parking in authorized areas during specific evening and weekend windows.
Event-day access
Convocation, orientation, exams and nearby downtown events can reduce available spaces.
Do not assume 24/7 public access: a lot can have evening public payment but daytime permit restrictions.
How to Pay for U of T Campus Parking
Visitor tip: photograph the lot name, level, pay machine, permit sign and nearest building exit before walking away.
Nearby Green P and Public Parking Alternatives
Use nearby alternatives when campus lots are full, when your destination is closer to Bloor or Spadina, or when a lower flat rate fits your visit better.
| Nearby option | Best for | Current rate clue | Main warning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green P 4 Spadina Road | Spadina / Bloor, Annex, west-campus backup | $2.50 per half hour; $14 day max; $7 night max | Small surface lot with limited capacity. |
| Green P 9 Bedford Road | OISE, Bedford Road, north campus backup | Check live Green P listing before driving | Popular north-campus area; spaces can fill. |
| Green P 19 Spadina Road | Spadina side, Annex and EV charging backup | Check live Green P listing before paying | Confirm lot number in Green P app. |
| Street parking in The Annex | Short visits when signs clearly allow | Varies by block, machine and time | Permit streets and 3-hour rules can apply. |
| Private garages near Bloor / Yorkville | Longer visits or dinner after campus | Varies by operator and event demand | Check final total, height and closing rules. |
Street Parking Near University of Toronto: Rules Drivers Miss
Street parking around St. George, Bloor, Harbord, Huron, Spadina and Queen’s Park can work for short visits. It can also become expensive if you miss a sign.
Unsigned 3-hour rule
Toronto generally limits unsigned street parking to three hours unless a different rule or valid exemption applies.
Permit parking streets
Many Annex side streets require area permits at certain times.
Pay-by-plate zones
Confirm the correct location ID, vehicle plate, paid period and maximum stay.
No Stopping
No Stopping is stricter than No Parking. Do not wait there for pickup.
Fire hydrants
Do not park within three metres of a fire hydrant.
Driveways and laneways
Do not block or park too close to driveways and laneways near campus.
Disabled and Accessible Parking Near U of T
U of T provides accessible spaces in multiple St. George campus facilities, but an Accessible Parking Permit does not remove the requirement to pay.
Campus accessible parking facts
- Landmark Garage lists 7 accessible spaces.
- Rotman Garage lists accessible parking inventory.
- Bahen and OISE also list accessible-space inventory.
- Proof of payment is required at all times.
- Access to gated lots may require contacting Transportation Services.
City street accessible rules
- Some legal on-street exemptions may apply.
- No Stopping and No Standing rules still matter.
- Hydrant, driveway and fire-route rules still apply.
- Private and campus lots may still require payment.
- Do not block ramps, bike lanes or access aisles.
Practical accessible-route tip: choose the lot based on the step-free route to your exact building entrance, not just distance on a map.
EV Charging Near University of Toronto
Landmark Garage
U of T lists 48 Level 2 chargers at Landmark Garage, with parking payment still required.
Bahen Centre
213 Huron Street lists two EV chargers on Level P2.
Rotman Garage
EV charging is listed at 107 St. George Street. Verify current charger count on the official map before relying on it.
4-hour charging limit
U of T EV guidance lists a four-hour charging limit before higher hourly charging rates may apply.
Parking fee separate
EV charging does not replace the parking payment requirement.
No wall outlets
U of T prohibits plugging vehicles into standard garage wall outlets.
Student, Faculty, Staff and After-4PM Parking Permits
| Permit type | Best for | Useful official detail | Important warning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student permit | Students who regularly drive to campus | Selected St. George lots list student permit eligibility. | Permit availability and allowed lots are limited. |
| Faculty / staff permit | Employees parking regularly | 2026/2027 annual permits run May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027. | Some lots have waiting lists. |
| After 4PM permit | Evening classes, events and late campus work | Issued to faculty, staff, students and visitors for authorized evening/weekend periods. | Not valid in 24-hour reserved spaces. |
| Day parking | Occasional visitors | Available through approved lot payment methods and online permit portal. | Day parking is not a monthly permit. |
Parking for U of T Events, Tours, Exams and Convocation
Convocation
U of T recommends arriving early and notes that Landmark Garage can reach capacity during convocation periods.
Campus tours
Confirm the tour start point before choosing a lot because St. George campus is spread out.
Exams and classes
Do not rely on last-minute street parking for a timed exam or class.
Evening lecture
Compare U of T evening max, After 4PM permit rules, Green P night max and street signs.
Robarts Library visit
Rotman Garage or St. George Street-area options are usually more practical than College Street options.
Hospital or College Street visit
Bahen, Huron, 155 College, 124 Edward or nearby hospital garages may be more practical depending on your destination.
Arrival buffer: enter the parking area 25–40 minutes before a campus appointment, tour, exam, lecture or ceremony.
Tickets, Wrong Plate, Payment Problems and Towing
| Problem | What to do | What to save |
|---|---|---|
| Wrong licence plate entered | Contact Transportation Services quickly and do not assume the payment protects the vehicle. | Receipt, plate, lot, time and screenshots. |
| Paid in wrong lot | Pay correctly for the actual lot if needed. Wrong-location user errors may not be refunded. | Original payment and actual lot details. |
| Parking Violation Notice | Review U of T parking regulations and dispute instructions before paying. | Sign photos, payment proof and vehicle position. |
| Vehicle towed on campus | Contact U of T Transportation Services. | Plate, lot, permit, receipt and ticket number. |
| Vehicle towed on city street | Call Toronto Police Parking Enforcement at 416-808-6600. | Street location, plate and photos. |
Enforcement warning: campus regulations allow ticketing and towing for incorrect payment, restricted-space misuse, permit misuse or parking outside authorized areas.
University of Toronto Parking Phone Numbers and Contacts
U of T Transportation Services
U of T Accessibility Services
Green P Customer Service
Toronto Towed Vehicle Information
Before You Drive: U of T Parking Checklist
Parking choice checklist
- Exact campus building confirmed
- Closest useful lot chosen
- Public access checked
- Rate window checked
- Payment method ready
- Licence plate entered correctly
- Garage clearance checked
- Accessible route verified if needed
Arrival checklist
- Event or construction delay checked
- Backup Green P lot saved
- Street signs reviewed if parking curbside
- Return time checked
- Receipt saved
- Parking level photographed
- Walking route saved
- 25–40 minute buffer added
University of Toronto Parking Google Map
Use this Google Map for general planning. Use the official U of T map for exact rates, payment methods and permit restrictions.
Navigation warning: searching only “University of Toronto” may route to a building, not a parking entrance. Enter the exact lot address before driving.
Official Links for U of T Parking, Maps and Rules
These links are included after the explanation so users can verify changing rates, lot restrictions, accessibility rules and payment instructions.
Parking Near University of Toronto FAQs
Where is the best place to park near University of Toronto St. George campus?
Landmark Garage at 35 Hart House Circle is the best central-campus option. Rotman Garage at 107 St. George Street is better for Rotman, Robarts, Bloor Street and the west side of campus.
Is there free parking at University of Toronto?
No. U of T says there is no area, time or circumstance that allows free parking on the St. George campus.
How much is parking at U of T St. George campus?
Common day maximums range from about $13 to $25 depending on the lot. Landmark Garage is listed at $22 day max, Rotman at $20 and 162 St. George at $13.
Which U of T parking lot is best for Hart House or Convocation Hall?
Landmark Garage at 35 Hart House Circle is usually the most practical option because it sits under the central campus area near King’s College Circle.
Which parking is best for Rotman or Bloor Street?
Rotman Garage at 107 St. George Street is the most direct campus option. Green P lots near Spadina or Bedford can also work as backups.
Can visitors use U of T student parking lots?
Some lots allow public daily parking, but others are permit-only during certain hours. Always check the official U of T parking map and onsite signs.
Does an Accessible Parking Permit make U of T parking free?
No. U of T says Accessible Parking Permit holders are not exempt from paying campus parking fees. Proof of payment is required.
Is street parking safe near University of Toronto?
It can work for short visits, but only when every posted and unsigned Toronto rule is followed. Check permits, No Stopping signs, hydrants, driveways and the three-hour limit.
Are there EV chargers near University of Toronto?
Yes. Landmark Garage lists 48 Level 2 chargers. Bahen, Rotman and nearby Green P lots may also offer charging, but users should verify live availability.
Who should I contact about U of T parking?
Contact University of Toronto Transportation Services at 416-978-7275 or transportation@utoronto.ca for campus parking questions.
Independent Parking Information
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Rates, access, lot availability, EV charger status, accessible-space inventory, street signs, permit rules and campus events can change. Verify time-sensitive information through the linked official source before driving or paying.
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