About this Location

Facility Overview

The Ferry Terminal South parking facility, often recognized as the St. George Ferry Terminal South Municipal Parking Lot, is a vital municipal surface parking lot situated directly adjacent to the St. George Ferry Terminal in the historic St. George neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. Positioned conveniently off the Ferry Terminal Viaduct and Richmond Terrace, this open-air parking facility offers straightforward, unobstructed ground-level parking. Because it is an open-sky surface lot, there are no restrictive indoor height clearances, making it exceptionally accommodating for oversized vehicles, high-roof conversion vans, full-size pickup trucks, and commercial SUVs that often cannot enter standard covered parking structures.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Serving as the primary gateway to and from New York Harbor, Ferry Terminal South provides unparalleled proximity to major Staten Island and Lower Manhattan transit points and attractions:

Staten Island Ferry Terminal: Just steps (under a 2-minute walk) from the terminal doors, offering a free 25-minute scenic voyage to Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan with iconic views of the Statue of Liberty and the NYC skyline.
Empire Outlets: Located directly adjacent (3-minute walk), featuring dozens of designer outlet storefronts, waterfront cafes, and retail dining.
SIUH Community Park (Staten Island FerryHawks): Approximately a 5-minute stroll to the waterfront ballpark, making this an ideal game-day parking destination for Atlantic League baseball fans.
St. George Theatre: A historic performing arts venue located just 4 blocks uphill (approximately 7 to 9 minutes on foot).
Civic Center & Government Buildings: Steps from Staten Island Borough Hall, the Richmond County Surrogate\'s Court, and local municipal offices.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Vehicle access to the lot is facilitated via the Ferry Terminal Viaduct, connected seamlessly with Richmond Terrace, Bay Street, and the Staten Island Expressway (I-278) via the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway (NY-440). Exiting after peak evening commuter rushes is typically streamlined thanks to direct road feeds onto Bay Street and Richmond Terrace. For onward travel, drivers can walk directly into the multimodal terminal complex to board the Staten Island Railway (SIR), connect with dozens of MTA local and express bus lines (including the S40, S42, S44, S46, S48, S51, S61, S62, S74, S76, and S78), or board the ferry to Manhattan.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous driving lanes and no overhead vertical clearance restrictions.
Accessible Parking: Designated ADA accessible parking bays conveniently located close to terminal walkways and accessible curb cuts.
Automated Payment Options: On-site multi-space municipal pay machines supporting credit and debit cards, along with mobile pay support via ParkNYC app where applicable.
24/7 Operational Access: Continuous access accommodating overnight commuters, shift workers, and early-morning ferry riders.
Safety & Visibility: Well-lit premises with security monitoring and frequent patrols by local transit and law enforcement authorities.

Ideal For

Manhattan Commuters: Drivers looking to avoid city bridge tolls and Manhattan garage rates by parking affordably and taking the free Staten Island Ferry across the harbor.
Baseball Fans & Shoppers: Visitors headed to Staten Island FerryHawks home games at SIUH Community Park or retail therapy at Empire Outlets.
Sightseers & Tourists: Visitors seeking hassle-free, cost-effective parking before taking the iconic ferry ride past the Statue of Liberty.
Jury Duty & Civic Visitors: Those with appointments or court dates at Richmond County Supreme Court or Staten Island Borough Hall.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Due to high commuter demand on weekday mornings (typically between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM), early arrival is recommended to secure prime spots close to the terminal entrance. Ensure your parking ticket or digital ParkNYC session is active for the full duration of your trip to avoid municipal parking fines. Drivers navigating toward the entrance should follow signage carefully along Richmond Terrace and the Viaduct to avoid accidentally routing directly into the bus-only transit concourse.