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Lot 6 - Sherman/Park Lot

258 Sherman Ave (at Sherman Ave & Park Blvd), Palo Alto, CA 94306

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How it is free

  • Free for anyone (up to 2 hr)

    Free public non-covered surface lot (181 spaces) in the California Avenue business district. First 2 hours are $0 for anyone. The 2-hour limit is enforced Mon-Fri 8am-5pm except holidays; staying longer requires a paid day permit ($25/day Cal Ave area) or annual permit.

Details

Regular rate
$0 / 2 hr
Daily max
$25
Hours
Lot open daily; free 2-hour time limit enforced Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm except holidays (unrestricted outside those hours)

Genuine $0 for a normal short visit: free public surface lot with a posted 2-hour limit. That limit is enforced Mon-Fri 8am-5pm except holidays, so stay under 2 hours during those hours; exceeding it requires a paid day permit ($25/day). Parking is subject to availability.

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Source: official page (checked 2026-07-20)

Terms change. Confirm on the official page and the posted signs before you park.

FAQ

Is parking at Lot 6 - Sherman/Park Lot really free?

Yes, up to 2 hr free. Free public non-covered surface lot (181 spaces) in the California Avenue business district. First 2 hours are $0 for anyone. The 2-hour limit is enforced Mon-Fri 8am-5pm except holidays; staying longer requires a paid day permit ($25/day Cal Ave area) or annual permit.