About this Location

Facility Overview

Gold 2 (commonly known as Gold Lot 2) is a premier open-air surface parking facility situated in the heart of Pittsburgh’s vibrant North Shore entertainment district at 358 North Shore Drive. Managed by ALCO Parking Corporation, this expansive, paved parking facility is positioned directly between Acrisure Stadium and Stage AE, making it one of the most recognizable and coveted parking locations in the city. Because it is a level, open-air lot, Gold Lot 2 features no overhead vertical clearance restrictions, easily accommodating standard sedans, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and passenger vans. Its generous travel lanes and wide bays allow for straightforward maneuvering even during high-traffic game days and concert events.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Gold 2 boasts an unbeatable location directly adjacent to the region’s premier sports and entertainment venues. Drivers parked here enjoy immediate, steps-away access to:

Acrisure Stadium: Home of the NFL’s Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers football, located mere steps away across Art Rooney Avenue (1 to 2-minute walk).
Stage AE: Pittsburgh’s premier indoor/outdoor concert venue, positioned directly across North Shore Drive (less than a 1-minute walk).
PNC Park: Home of the MLB Pittsburgh Pirates, located a picturesque half-mile stroll eastward along the riverwalk (7 to 10-minute walk).
North Shore Riverfront Park & Trail: Bordering the southern edge of the lot, offering panoramic views of the Downtown Pittsburgh skyline and Three Rivers Heritage Trail access.
Popular Dining & Nightlife: Immediate walking access to Southern Tier Brewery, Tequila Cowboy, The Foundry Table & Tap, and Burgatory along North Shore Drive.
Carnegie Science Center & Highmark SportsWorks: Located just a brief walk west (approx. 5 to 7 minutes).

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Primary vehicular ingress and egress are accessed via North Shore Drive and Chuck Noll Way, with convenient arterial connections to General Robinson Street and Reedsdale Street. The lot allows seamless regional highway access to Interstate 279, Interstate 376 (Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne Bridges), and Route 65. For transit riders, Gold Lot 2 is situated midway between two Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) Light Rail stations: Allegheny Station and North Side Station. Both stations are located within Pittsburgh’s downtown \'Free Fare Zone\', allowing visitors to park at Gold 2 and ride the \'T\' across the river to Downtown Pittsburgh, the Cultural District, and Station Square completely free of charge.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Expansive Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous outdoor bays with no vertical height limits, accommodating taller passenger vehicles.
Designated Accessible Spaces: Clearly marked ADA parking stalls located adjacent to primary pedestrian walkways.
Automated Payment Options: Modern pay stations accepting credit and debit cards, along with mobile reservation support via platforms such as ParkMobile and SpotHero during select events.
Event Lighting & Patrols: Well-illuminated grounds with active on-site parking attendants and security personnel deployed during major events.
Direct Stadium Access: Level grade pedestrian walkways leading straight to Acrisure Stadium gates and the North Shore riverwalk.

Ideal For

Tailgaters & Football Fans: One of the most sought-after official lots for Pittsburgh Steelers and Pitt Panthers game-day tailgating.
Concertgoers: Immediate parking directly next door to Stage AE and major stadium tour performances at Acrisure Stadium.
Baseball Enthusiasts: An easy walk along North Shore Drive to PNC Park home games.
Downtown Commuters & Tourists: Park affordably on the North Shore and ride the complimentary PRT light rail into Downtown Pittsburgh.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Pre-Book for Stadium Events: Spaces in Gold Lot 2 frequently sell out weeks in advance for NFL games and major concerts; reserve parking passes early through official ticketing platforms.
Allow Extra Departure Time: Post-game and post-concert egress can encounter significant traffic along North Shore Drive; consider visiting a nearby restaurant while post-event vehicular congestion clears.
Observe Tailgating Regulations: During stadium events, tailgating rules are actively enforced; park within your designated stall lines and ensure driving aisles remain unobstructed.
GPS Navigation: Set your navigation system directly to 358 North Shore Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, and follow event-day electronic signage and police direction when entering the North Shore corridor.