Overview and Suitability
The Auditorium Plaza Garage is a prominent, centrally-located subterranean parking facility in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Managed by LAZ Parking, this garage is a primary parking solution for visitors attending events at the Kansas City Convention Center, including the Municipal Arena, Music Hall, and Bartle Hall. It caters to transient hourly parkers, monthly contract holders, and event attendees.
Access and Navigation
Located at 1220 Wyandotte Street, the garage features convenient entry points on both Wyandotte and Central Streets between 12th and 13th Streets. As a subterranean facility, it is designed primarily for standard passenger vehicles. Visitors are advised to note that the garage is integrated into the city infrastructure, providing sheltered parking protected from weather elements.
Parking Rates and Tariffs
The facility utilizes a transparent pricing structure, though event-specific rates may vary:
- Standard hourly rate: $4.00 per hour.
- Daily maximum: $19.00 (rates reset at 4:00 AM).
- Event parking: Typically ranges from $20.00 to $30.00, often requiring advance payment.
- Monthly parking: Available for approximately $80.00.
Payment can be facilitated through various methods, including on-site payment stations and digital platforms like ParkMobile.
Security and Amenities
The garage offers a secure environment within the downtown core, featuring consistent lighting and professional management by LAZ Parking. Its strategic underground placement and dedicated pedestrian access points provide direct proximity to the heart of the city\'s convention and entertainment district.
Strategic Alternatives
The Auditorium Plaza Garage serves as an ideal parking alternative for those visiting the Barney Allis Plaza redevelopment area and the wider downtown corridor. Its central location makes it a highly efficient base for navigating local dining, shopping, and major city events without needing to reposition vehicles.
