Blackfriars Street Parking, Edinburgh
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
About Blackfriars Street
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, Blackfriars Street provides parking for anyone heading into the town centre for shopping, errands, or leisure. With around 73 spaces (estimated from the site’s footprint), there is a moderate amount of parking here — enough on quieter days, but it can get tight at peak times. As a multi-storey car park, it provides covered parking across several levels — handy in bad weather, though bays can be tighter than in open lots. Parking here is paid.
When to Visit
The busiest periods for this town centre car park are Saturday lunchtimes and weekday lunchtimes around noon. Early mornings and Sundays see the lightest traffic, making them ideal for a stress-free visit. With 73 spaces, you should find parking without too much difficulty outside of peak times.
Parking in Edinburgh
There are 20 car parks across Edinburgh, offering plenty of alternatives if this one doesn’t suit. Should you find Blackfriars Street full, New Street Car Park (for Waverley Station) (about 250m away) is the closest option. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.