Parking
Our goal is to create an efficient and positive parking experience for all residents, businesses, visitors and shoppers.
As part of a dynamic downtown, we are continually assessing the parking needs for the downtown and the changing needs of our community.
Did You Know?
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There are over 11,000 parking spaces in downtown Victoria - Parking is free at downtown street meters and at City parkades on Sundays
and statutory holidays - First hour free coupons are available from participating merchants
- On street parking cards are convenient and allow you to refund any unused time
- City parkades have undergone a major makeover, including improved lighting, paint, and onsite security 24/7
- You can pay your parking ticket online
- Electric vehicle charging stations are available at City parkades
Victoria Day Holiday Parking
Parking at on-street meters and at City parkades will be free on Monday, May 20 for Victoria Day (in addition to Sunday, May 19). Pay parking at City surface parking lots is in effect 24/7.
Parking is at Reduced Capacity at View Street Parkade
to Accommodate Maintenance
Parking at the View Street Parkade located at 743 View Street is anticipated to be at reduced capacity until the end of June to accommodate maintenance work. Parking is available at the Broughton Street Parkade at 745 Broughton Street, located underneath the Central Library. Learn more about the City's five parkades.
Parking in Victoria
The City of Victoria Parking Services Division is responsible for on-street parking downtown and parking at five City parkades. It also operates four surface parking lots downtown. Free bicycle parking downtown is also available.
- On-Street Parking
- Parkades
- Surface Parking Lots
- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Parkades
- Bicycle Parking
- Parking for People with Disabilities
- Statutory Holidays
- Streets and Traffic Bylaw [PDF - 297 KB]
Pay for Parking Tickets Online
Did you know you can pay your parking ticket online? There's no need to make a trip to City Hall.
Parking Offence Review Form
You can dispute a City of Victoria parking ticket using a fillable and savable form, and attaching any supporting documentation in an email to reviewoffice@victoria.ca There's no need to make a trip to City Hall or mail it in. Learn more.
Experiencing a Problem?
We appreciate the public's assistance in reporting an issue with a stand-alone meter or computerized parking machine. To report a problem, please contact Parking Services at parkingservices@victoria.ca or at 250.361.0260.
Free Parking Sundays and Statutory Holidays
Parking is free at downtown street meters and at City parkades on Sundays and Statutory Holidays. Note: Pay parking at the City's surface parking lots is in effect 24/7.
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