Facility Overview
Situated in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City, the 35 E 500 S Parking facility provides a convenient, open-air surface parking solution for local visitors, hotel guests, and downtown commuters. Positioned along the bustling 500 South corridor between Main Street and State Street, this easily accessible parking lot features a level, well-marked asphalt surface layout designed for smooth vehicle circulation. Because it operates as an outdoor lot without overhead beams or clearance barriers, it readily accommodates full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, vehicles with roof cargo boxes, and high-clearance commercial vans alongside standard passenger sedans and compacts.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
This parking location places drivers within steps of Salt Lake City\'s premier hotel, cultural, and civic destinations. Directly nearby are the iconic Grand America Hotel and Little America Hotel, making it an excellent alternative parking option for guests attending banquets, conferences, or dining events. A short 3- to 5-minute stroll leads to Washington Square Park and the historic Salt Lake City and County Building, as well as the award-winning Salt Lake City Public Library and The Leonardo Museum at Library Square. Visitors heading to events at the Salt Palace Convention Center, concerts at Gallivan Plaza, or basketball games at the Delta Center can either take a pleasant walk or hop directly on the nearby transit network.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Entering and exiting the lot is straightforward via East 500 South (a major east-west downtown arterial) with close access to State Street and Main Street. Commuters arriving via Interstate 15 or Interstate 80 can take the 500 South or 600 South freeway exits, reaching the lot within minutes without navigating complicated one-way detours. For public transit users, the location offers world-class connections: the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) Courthouse TRAX light rail station is located just one block northwest, linking drivers effortlessly to the Blue, Red, and Green TRAX lines running across the Salt Lake Valley and directly to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC).
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-air surface parking with unrestricted overhead vertical clearance for tall vehicles.
- Well-defined painted stalls and wide driving aisles for easy vehicle maneuverability.
- Contactless mobile app payment (via ParkMobile or QR code checkout) and on-site automated payment kiosks.
- Dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces situated close to sidewalk exits.
- Perimeter lighting for added safety and nighttime visibility.
- Immediate walking connectivity to downtown pedestrian paths and bike-share stations.
Ideal For
- Guests and attendees visiting The Grand America Hotel and Little America Hotel.
- Visitors exploring Library Square, The Leonardo Museum, and downtown civic buildings.
- Commuters seeking seamless park-and-ride options next to the Courthouse TRAX station.
- Diners and nightlife seekers visiting the trendy culinary spots along Main Street and 500 South.
- Eventgoers heading to Delta Center games or Salt Palace conferences looking to avoid immediate venue traffic jams.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Because 500 South carries consistent traffic during weekday peak hours, drivers traveling westbound should signal early and watch for pedestrians and cyclists along the downtown corridor. Take note of your stall number or license plate before walking to the payment kiosk or activating your parking session through mobile payment. During major citywide conventions, Pride events at Washington Square, or high-profile Delta Center games, arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to secure an optimal space.
