About this Location

Facility Overview

Conveniently located at the junction of Main Street and University Boulevard (400 South) in the vibrant heart of Downtown Salt Lake City, the 405 South Main parking facility provides dependable and accessible off-street parking. Situated directly within the city\'s central commercial and civic district, this facility offers an open-air, flat-surface layout that simplifies parking for local commuters, business travelers, and visitors alike. Thanks to its unobstructed surface lot configuration, there are no low-clearance ceiling constraints, making it an excellent choice for full-size pickup trucks, large SUVs, work vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks or ski boxes that frequently exceed standard parking garage height limits.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The facility’s strategic location places drivers within easy walking distance of major civic, cultural, and entertainment hubs in Downtown Salt Lake City:

Judicial & Civic Core: Directly adjacent to the Frank E. Moss United States Courthouse and the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse, and just two blocks west of the historic Salt Lake City & County Building and Washington Square Park.
The Gallivan Center: A short 5-minute walk (0.2 miles) north, hosting concerts, food festivals, and seasonal ice skating.
Eccles Theater & Capitol Theatre: Located within 6 to 8 minutes on foot (0.3 to 0.4 miles), making it a prime destination for Broadway shows, ballets, and live performing arts.
Salt Lake City Public Library & Leonardo Museum: Just three blocks east along 400 South (approximately an 8-minute walk).
Salt Palace Convention Center & Delta Center: Accessible in approximately 10 to 15 minutes on foot or via a rapid 3-minute ride on the UTA TRAX light rail.
Main Street Dining & Nightlife: Direct pedestrian access to prominent restaurants, craft cocktail lounges, and local breweries situated along the vibrant South Main corridor.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Entering and exiting 405 South Main is remarkably straightforward. Ingress points off Main Street and adjacent thoroughfares provide smooth traffic flow even during rush hour. For public transit connections, the facility sits immediately adjacent to the Courthouse TRAX light rail station, which serves the Blue, Red, and Green lines. This affords direct, fare-free connections throughout downtown\'s Free Fare Zone, as well as rapid transit directly to the University of Utah campus and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Regional drivers will appreciate swift highway connectivity, with quick access to Interstate 15 and Interstate 80 via 400 South and 500 South interchanges.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, clearly marked open-air surface parking bays.
Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating oversized passenger vehicles and high-profile roof racks.
Immediate proximity to the UTA TRAX Courthouse Station.
Contactless mobile pay options and user-friendly digital kiosks (supporting credit cards and major parking apps).
Evenly paved driving surfaces with dedicated ADA-accessible parking spaces.
High-visibility lighting throughout the lot for convenient evening and nighttime access.

Ideal For

Courthouse & Legal Professionals: Convenient all-day parking for attorneys, jurors, and visitors attending court sessions.
Arts & Theatergoers: Stress-free parking within an easy stroll of the Eccles and Capitol Theatres.
Convention & Arena Event Attendees: A cost-effective alternative to heavily congested arena-side lots during Utah Jazz games and major Delta Center concerts.
Downtown Commuters & Diners: Reliable parking for those exploring the culinary hotspots, breweries, and retail shops of central Salt Lake City.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Due to its premier downtown location, demand can spike on weekday mornings as court sessions begin and during weekend evenings when major events take place at nearby theaters. Drivers are encouraged to arrive 20 to 30 minutes ahead of scheduled curtain times or hearings to ensure effortless space selection. Pay-by-phone signage is prominently displayed across the lot; make sure to note your license plate number before leaving your vehicle to streamline mobile payment. When departing after large downtown events, utilizing 400 South or 500 South provides the most direct and least congested routes to both I-15 and I-80.