About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the bustling core of Downtown Salt Lake City, the 100-198 Plum Alley St Parking lot provides convenient open-air surface parking nestled between South Main Street and South State Street. Located along the historic Plum Alley corridor just steps from East 200 South, this lot offers direct street-level access without the tight spiral ramps or overhead height barriers typical of multi-deck garages. Because this facility is an outdoor surface lot, it offers completely unobstructed vertical clearance, making it exceptionally well-suited for high-roof commercial vans, lifted pickup trucks, standard passenger sedans, and full-size SUVs that might exceed traditional subterranean parking limits.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking location puts visitors right in the cultural and entertainment heart of Salt Lake City. Popular venues and destinations within a short, convenient walk include:

George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Theater: Located just one block away on Main Street (approx. a 3-minute walk), making it a prime destination for Broadway shows and national touring performances.
Gallivan Center: Positioned directly across 200 South (a 2-minute walk), hosting seasonal ice skating, live music, community cultural festivals, and food truck gatherings.
City Creek Center: Salt Lake City’s premier downtown shopping, dining, and retail district, situated roughly two blocks north (a 5-minute walk).
Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre: Home to Ballet West and Utah Opera, located a quick 6-minute stroll west.
Salt Palace Convention Center: Salt Lake City\'s premier convention complex, reachable within an easy 8- to 10-minute walk.
Main Street & 200 South Dining Corridor: Immediate access to acclaimed local culinary spots, craft cocktail bars, and bistros, including Whiskey Street, White Horse, Eva, and Lake Effect.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicles can access the Plum Alley parking area from East 100 South or East 200 South via mid-block access lanes between Main Street and State Street. Egress during peak event hours is straightforward, allowing quick routing toward major multi-lane arterials like State Street (US-89) and 400 South, which directly link to Interstate 15 and Interstate 80. For commuters and visitors utilizing public transit, the lot is located just one block from the UTA TRAX Gallivan Plaza Station, connecting passengers quickly to the Blue and Green light rail lines serving the airport, University of Utah, and suburban Salt Lake Valley.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking with unrestricted overhead clearance
Clearly painted, marked parking stalls with adequate vehicle spacing
Automated digital pay stations accepting major credit and debit cards
Support for mobile parking app payment (e.g., scan-to-pay via QR code or pay-by-plate)
Nighttime flood lighting illuminating pedestrian lanes and parking spaces
Designated ADA accessible parking bays
Central location walkable to downtown office towers, hotels, and entertainment

Ideal For

Theater & Arts Attendees: Patrons visiting Eccles Theater or Capitol Theatre seeking rapid entry and exit without lengthy garage queues.
Downtown Diners & Nightlife Guests: Visitors exploring the active restaurant and bar scene along Main Street and 200 South.
Business Commuters: Professionals attending meetings in nearby downtown office high-rises or government administrative buildings.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Contractors, trade vehicles, or large SUVs requiring open-air clearance in the downtown core.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Because Plum Alley is a narrower mid-block lane, drivers should slow down and watch for pedestrians walking between Main Street and State Street. During high-profile Broadway runs at the Eccles Theater or major holiday events at the Gallivan Center, spaces can fill up rapidly; aim to arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes prior to showtime to secure a spot. Always input your vehicle license plate accurately at the pay machine or through the mobile payment portal immediately upon parking to prevent ticketing or towing enforcement.