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Daily and Hourly Parking

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.

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Parking Options, Payments and Rates

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). See parking fees below.

Note: Kiosks accept cash and card. When paying with cash, exact change is due. Refunds will not be provided.

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-specific website 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 valid ADA placard or plate, or a Boise State-issued accessible permit. For more information, visit our Accessible Parking page.

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!