Visiting Campus
Whether you’re here for a quick visit, attending an event, or exploring the campus, we have convenient parking options to fit your needs. Below, you’ll find information on where to park, parking rates and payment options.
Parking Options, Payments and Rates
Special Parking Considerations
Motorcycle and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
Motorcycle and Electric Vehicle (EV) parking are available in designated locations as shown on the Campus Map.
Event Parking
For large campus events, designated event parking is available with special pricing. Check the event venue website/communication, or contact the event coordinator for parking details, locations and rates.
Coordinating an event on campus? Check out our Event Parking services page.
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking spaces are available across campus for those with a Boise State-issued accessible permit and/or a valid ADA placard or plate. For more information, visit our Accessible Parking page.
Short Term and Hourly Parking
Visitors can park in designated garages or pay-by-plate lots for easy access to campus.
- Parking Garages: Lincoln Avenue Garage, Brady Street Garage, and University Plaza (Broadway).
- Pay-by-Plate Lots: Plaza West Lot, Plaza East Lot, Campus School Lot, and other event designated visitor lots.
- Pay free at the kiosk or by making a mobile payment via ParkMobile. ($0.35 convenience fee per transaction applies).
Note: Kiosks accept cash and card. When paying with cash, exact change is due. Refunds will not be provided.
Parking Rates
Lincoln Avenue Garage & Brady Street Garage
- 0-2 hours: $3.00 per hour
- 2-4 hours: $3.25 per hour
- 4-6 hours: $3.50 per hour
- Over 7 hours: $3.75 per hour
- Daily maximum rate: $25.00
Plaza West Lot
Peak hours (7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.): $4.25 per hour
Non-peak hours (5:30 p.m. – 7 a.m. and weekends): $2.00 per hour
Plaza East Lot & Campus School Lot
All hours: $4.25 per hour
Other Pay-by-Plate Lots
All hours: $2.75 per hour
Additional Information
- Overnight parking is not permitted in hourly parking areas.
- Additional daily and overnight parking permit options and rates can be found on our permit information page.
- Be sure to check out our campus transportations services, bike parking, or rideshare drop-off zones to make your visit even easier!