St James Quarter Parking, Edinburgh
Typical busyness by hour shown below.
Estimated Free Spaces by Hour
| Day | 6am | 7am | 8am | 9am | 10am | 11am | 12pm | 1pm | 2pm | 3pm | 4pm | 5pm | 6pm | 7pm | 8pm | 9pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Tue | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Wed | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Thu | 5 | 15 | 30 | 50 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 65 | 55 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Fri | 5 | 15 | 30 | 55 | 70 | 80 | 85 | 80 | 75 | 70 | 60 | 45 | 25 | 15 | 5 | 0 |
| Sat | 5 | 10 | 30 | 60 | 80 | 90 | 95 | 90 | 85 | 75 | 60 | 40 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| Sun | 5 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 45 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
About St James Quarter
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, St James Quarter provides parking for anyone heading into the town centre for shopping, errands, or leisure. With around 1600 spaces, this is a substantial car park that rarely fills completely except during peak events. Parking here is underground, providing a covered and secure option — though drivers of larger vehicles should check height restrictions. There is a charge for parking.
When to Visit
Saturday is typically the peak day for town centre parking, with demand building from mid-morning through to late afternoon. Weekday visits before 10am are your best bet for finding a space easily, and Sundays are usually the quietest day of the week. The substantial capacity means this car park can handle high demand, making it a reliable option even at busier times.
Parking in Edinburgh
Edinburgh has a good range of parking with 20 car parks across the area, so alternatives are usually available. The nearest alternative is Omni, about 150m from here. In total, there are 5 other car parks within 800 metres.
Frequently asked questions
How many parking spaces does St James Quarter have?
St James Quarter in Edinburgh has approximately 1600 parking spaces.
Is parking free at St James Quarter?
St James Quarter is a paid car park.
When is St James Quarter busiest?
St James Quarter tends to be busiest Saturday 10am-4pm.
When is St James Quarter quietest?
The quietest period for St James Quarter is typically Weekday mornings before 9am, sundays, weekday evenings after 6pm.
What kind of car park is St James Quarter?
St James Quarter is a town centre car park with underground parking.