About this Location

Facility Overview

Lot 3 at 311 S West Temple St is a well-situated downtown Salt Lake City open-air surface parking facility offering fast, hassle-free self-parking. Positioned directly in the bustling urban core along one of the city\'s primary north-south arteries, this uncovered lot provides seamless ground-level vehicle ingress without the narrow ramps or tight turn radiuses typical of multi-deck garages. Because it is an open lot with no vertical overhead clearance restrictions, it comfortably accommodates passenger sedans, oversized full-size SUVs, lifted pickup trucks, high-roof conversion vans, and commercial service vehicles that cannot enter standard low-clearance underground parking decks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in the heart of Downtown Salt Lake City, Lot 3 provides prime pedestrian access to many of the city\'s most visited entertainment, cultural, and corporate destinations:

Salt Palace Convention Center: Situated directly across the street and just a 1 to 3-minute walk away, making this lot one of the most convenient parking choices for trade show attendees, conference delegates, and convention organizers.
Delta Center: Home of the NBA\'s Utah Jazz and world-class concert tours, located approximately 0.4 miles away (a quick 8 to 10-minute walk).
Eccles Theater & Capitol Theatre: Both premier performing arts venues are within a 5 to 7-minute walk, ideal for Broadway touring shows, ballets, and concerts.
City Creek Center: Utah\'s landmark open-air retail and dining complex is less than a 10-minute stroll north along Main Street.
Downtown Hospitality Hub: Steps from premier hotels including the Hilton Salt Lake City Center, Kimpton Hotel Monaco, and Marriott Downtown at City Creek.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Drivers benefit from straightforward entry directly off South West Temple Street, positioned between 300 South (Broadway) and 400 South. Exiting the facility is straightforward, with wide sightlines onto West Temple that allow drivers to swiftly link with 500 South or 600 South for direct, signal-managed on-ramps to Interstate 15 and Interstate 80. For commuters using public transit, the UTA TRAX light rail system is conveniently close, with the Gallivan Plaza and Courthouse stations within a brief 5-minute walk, providing connections across the Blue, Green, and Red lines serving the airport, University of Utah, and Sandy.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Surface Parking: Generous headroom with zero height clearance barriers, accommodating standard cars as well as lifted trucks and high-profile vans.
Seamless Digital Payments: Quick mobile pay options via QR codes and major parking applications (such as ParkMobile or QR pay stations) alongside on-site payment machines accepting major credit and debit cards.
ADA Accessible Stalls: Designated accessible parking spaces positioned on smooth, level asphalt near primary pedestrian egress routes.
Night Lighting: Equipped with overhead dusk-to-dawn exterior floodlights for increased night visibility and personal security.
Central Urban Proximity: Walkable to downtown offices, top-rated restaurants, and convention meeting spaces.

Ideal For

Convention & Trade Show Attendees: The premier choice for quick entry and departure right next to the Salt Palace Convention Center.
Sports Fans & Concertgoers: An excellent walking-distance parking alternative for events at the Delta Center or historic downtown theaters.
Business Commuters: Convenient daily parking for professionals working in the West Temple and Main Street commercial corridors.
Dining & Nightlife Visitors: Effortless parking for dining around the 300 South (Broadway) culinary district and downtown bars.

Visitor & Driver Tips

During major conventions, high-profile trade expos, or sellout Utah Jazz home games, demand for spaces along West Temple rises quickly. Arriving 30 to 45 minutes ahead of schedule guarantees spot selection and helps avoid peak traffic congestion. Note that event-rate flat fees may be in effect during major arena or convention center gatherings. Remember your license plate number prior to approaching payment stations or scanning mobile payment signs, as downtown parking enforcement relies on digital plate verification.