Ultimate Parking Guide for Marina del Rey
Free vs paid parking, street cleaning schedules, best spots near the beach, and insider tips to avoid tickets. Save money and stress!
🅿️ Quick Parking Reference
FREE Options
- • Burton Chace Park (2 hours)
- • Residential streets (check signs)
- • Marina Beach (weekends only)
CHEAP ($2-5/day)
- • Marina Marketplace
- • Fisherman's Village
- • Villa Marina lots
EXPENSIVE ($8-20/day)
- • Beach adjacent lots
- • Hotel parking
- • Peak season rates
🆓 Free Parking Spots
Burton Chace Park
- Location: 13650 Mindanao Way
- Time Limit: 2 hours (strictly enforced)
- Best For: Quick beach visits, harbor walks
- Tip: Move your car after 2 hours to avoid $75 ticket
Residential Street Parking
- Admiralty Way (east side): Free 2-hour parking
- Via Marina: Some free spots, check street cleaning
- Panay Way: Free parking, 10-min walk to beach
⚠️ Street Cleaning Alert: Most streets clean Tuesday/Friday 8-10 AM. Check signs carefully or risk $73 ticket!
💳 Paid Parking Options
Marina Marketplace
Cost: $2/hour, $15/day max
Validation: 2 hours free with restaurant purchase
Best For: All-day parking, dining, shopping
Fisherman's Village
Cost: $3/hour, $12/day weekdays, $18/day weekends
Validation: 3 hours free with $20+ purchase
Best For: Tourist activities, harbor cruises
Beach Parking Lots
Cost: $8-15/day (seasonal pricing)
Peak Season: May-September rates 50% higher
Best For: Beach days, close beach access
💡 Insider Parking Tips
Money-Saving Hacks
- Park at Marina City Club area (Panay Way) - free & safe
- Use SpotHero app for discounted parking reservations
- Weekday parking is 30-40% cheaper than weekends
- After 6 PM, many lots drop to $5 flat rate
Avoid Tickets
- Download ParkWhiz to pre-pay for guaranteed spots
- Set phone timer for 2-hour free parking limits
- Read ALL signs - some have multiple restrictions
- Parking enforcement active 7 AM - 6 PM daily
🎪 Special Event Parking
Marina del Rey Summer Concert Series
During summer concerts (June-August), parking fills up fast. Plan accordingly:
- Arrive Early: Best spots taken by 5 PM for 7 PM shows
- Alternative: Park at Villa Marina, walk 10 minutes
- Rideshare: Uber/Lyft pickup at Marriott is easiest
Holiday Events
4th of July, New Year's Eve, and holiday boat parades create parking chaos:
- Book paid lots in advance - they sell out
- Consider staying overnight at marina hotels
- Metro Bus Line 108 connects to LAX/Westside
📍 Parking Zones Map
Zone A (Harbor Area): Burton Chace, Fisherman's Village
Zone B (Marketplace): Marina Marketplace, restaurants
Zone C (Beach): Direct beach access, highest rates
Zone D (Residential): Free street parking with restrictions
Zone E (Hotels): Expensive valet, some self-park
Zone F (Marina City): Best free parking, longer walk
Skip the Parking Hassle Entirely! 🚗
Stay in Marina del Rey and enjoy free overnight parking at your accommodation. Walk to the beach, restaurants, and activities!
Book Direct & Park Free