Visitor Parking Lots Map
Download a map of all the visitor parking lots at the Empire State Plaza.
V-lot (Visitors Lot)
Located beneath the Empire State Plaza and accessed through I-787 Empire State Plaza exit. Visitors are required to show photo identification upon entry and all vehicles are subject to search by the State Police. This lot has designated accessible parking spaces.
Hours & Fees Monday - Friday
6:00 a.m. - 10:59 a.m. - $10.00
11:00 a.m. - Until Close - $5.00
60 minutes or less, full refund
Hours & Fees Weekends and State Holidays
$5.00 flat charge, pay on entry
Madison Avenue Lot
Located on Madison Avenue above the Cultural Education Center, and within easy walking distance to the Empire State Plaza and New York State Museum. This lot has designated accessible parking spaces.
Hours & Fees Monday - Friday
6:00 a.m. – 9:59 a.m. - $10.00
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. - $5.00
No charge for entry after 2:00 p.m.
Hours & Fees Weekends and State Holidays
Lot open, no charge
During events, all visitor lots are subject to after-hours and/or weekend fees.
Grand Street Surface Lot
Located off Grand Street and within short walking distance to the Empire State Plaza and downtown Albany.
Hours & Fees Monday - Friday
6:00 a.m. – 9:59 a.m. - $10.00
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. - $5.00
No charge for entry after 2:00 p.m. on non-event days
Hours & Fees Weekends and State Holidays
Lot open, no charge
During events, all visitor lots are subject to after-hours and/or weekend fees.
Elk Street Surface Lot
Located on the corner of South Swan and Elk Street, behind One Commerce Plaza.
Hours & Fees Monday - Friday
6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. - $10.00
No entry between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
No charge for entry after 5:00 p.m.
No double parking after 2:00 p.m.
Hours & Fees Weekends and State Holidays
Lot open, no charge.
During events, all visitor lots are subject to after-hours and/or weekend fees.