Facility Overview
Lot B is a centrally located municipal surface parking lot situated at 1 E Edwin Street in downtown Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Operated as an outdoor public parking facility, Lot B offers straightforward, level ground-level parking with direct street ingress and egress. Because the facility is entirely open-air, there are no overhead clearance barriers or parking garage height restrictions, making it an excellent parking choice not only for standard passenger cars and crossovers, but also for large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, vehicles with roof racks, and commercial cargo vans.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Lot B puts motorists within easy walking distance of Williamsport’s vibrant downtown central business district, cultural venues, and governmental offices. Key nearby destinations include:
- Community Arts Center (CAC): Located just two blocks south on West 4th Street, offering Broadway touring shows, concerts, and community performances (5-minute walk).
- Lycoming County Courthouse & Williamsport City Hall: Situated within 1 to 2 blocks, making this lot the ideal destination for jurors, attorneys, and civic visitors.
- Lycoming College: The southern edge of campus lies just a short 5 to 7 minute walk to the north along Mulberry and Basin Streets.
- Downtown Dining & Entertainment: Steps from beloved local establishments including Bullfrog Brewery, The Brickyard Restaurant and Ale House, and The Otto Bookstore.
- Trade & Transit Centre: Just two blocks away, anchoring central downtown public transit connections and community plaza events.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Ingress and egress to Lot B are simple and straightforward via East Edwin Street, accessible from Market Street or Court Street. The lot allows for swift departures even during downtown rush hours or after theatrical events at the Community Arts Center. Regional motorists benefit from immediate proximity to Interstate 180 (US-220) and the US-15 corridor across the Market Street Bridge connecting South Williamsport. Local transit riders can readily connect to River Valley Transit (RVT) bus routes operating directly out of the nearby Trade & Transit Centre.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Open-air surface lot with straightforward pull-in parking stalls
- Unrestricted vertical clearance suitable for tall vehicles and roof cargo
- Dedicated accessible ADA parking spaces close to pedestrian street exits
- Bright municipal street lighting for safe evening parking and return trips
- Pay-by-plate kiosk meters and contactless mobile parking payment support via ParkMobile
- Continuous 24/7 access throughout the entire calendar year
Ideal For
- County courthouse visitors, legal professionals, and municipal civic personnel
- Patrons attending evening concerts and plays at the Community Arts Center
- Faculty, students, and campus visitors headed to Lycoming College
- Diners, shoppers, and evening visitors exploring downtown Williamsport’s historic 4th Street corridor
- Commuters seeking affordable daytime parking close to downtown offices
Visitor & Driver Tips
While Lot B is accessible 24 hours a day, meter enforcement generally operates during standard business hours Monday through Friday; always review on-site signage upon arrival for posted enforcement schedules. Drivers attending major weekend festivals or sold-out shows at the Community Arts Center are advised to arrive 30 to 45 minutes ahead of curtain time. Using the ParkMobile smartphone app allows visitors to conveniently pay and extend parking sessions remotely without returning to the vehicle.
