Parking garage

LAZ Parking - Empire Lot – 209 Fountain St, Providence, RI 02904, Rhode Island

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About this Location

Facility Overview

The Empire Lot, managed by LAZ Parking, is a conveniently located surface parking facility in the heart of downtown Providence. This secure, fenced-in lot provides 139 surface spaces, making it a reliable option for both short-term visitors and commuters navigating the city center.

Access and Suitability

Located at 209 Fountain Street, this lot offers easy accessibility for standard passenger vehicles. Being an open-air surface lot, it provides a straightforward parking experience without the complexities of height restrictions found in underground or multi-level garages. Its central location ensures minimal navigation through dense city streets.

Security and Amenities

The facility is a fenced-in parking area, providing an added layer of security for vehicles parked downtown. Its flat, surface-level design allows for quick entry and exit, facilitating a stress-free parking experience for those visiting the busy downtown district.

Strategic Location

The Empire Lot serves as an excellent alternative for attendees of major local events and landmarks. It is positioned just minutes away from:

  • Amica Mutual Pavilion Arena
  • Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC)
  • Rhode Island Convention Center
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Access specs, clearance heights & walking distance to local destinations

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Know Before You Go

Max Vehicle Clearance Open Sky
Open Air / No Height Restriction
Open surface lot with no vertical barriers; suitable for oversized vehicles, trucks, and rooftop cargo carriers.
Access Mechanism
Open Surface Bay
Payment Accepted
Credit Card, Debit Card
Highway / Interstate Access
Exit 38A-B (0.13 mi)
Neighbourhood at a Glance 25 venues
5 Theatres
3 Museums
2 Universitys
2 Departments
2 Attractions
Closest 2 min walk
Furthest 17 min walk

This car park sits within a 17-minute walk of 25 local venues, including Elizabeth and Malcolm Chace Theater and Beta Omega Chi Fraternity. Ideal for visitors to the area's theatre scene.

Walking Distance to Destinations

Event Day Traffic Notice: Walking distance to Elizabeth and Malcolm Chace Theater. Expect heavier pump demand and area congestion on event days.
Elizabeth and Malcolm Chace Theater Theatre
2m walk • 0.07 mi
Turn right directly out of the lot onto Fountain Street for an effortless two-minute stroll to the theater entrance.
Sarah and Joseph Dowling, Jr. Theater Theatre
2m walk • 0.07 mi
Park near the eastern edge of the lot for the quickest pedestrian route crossing Empire Street.
Trinity Repertory Company Lederer Theater Center Arts Centre
2m walk • 0.08 mi
Exit via Fountain Street to avoid post-curtain foot traffic converging around Washington and Empire streets.
Roger Williams University Providence Campus University
2m walk • 0.1 mi
Utilize Empire Street to quickly access the campus building entrance just one block south.
Pell Chafee Performance Center Theatre
3m walk • 0.13 mi
Head north along Empire Street for the most direct and illuminated pedestrian pathway.

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