About this Location

Facility Overview

Spare Spott Parking at 190 Church Street provides a highly convenient, open-air surface parking option positioned right at the vibrant southern boundary of downtown Burlington, Vermont. Situated just south of Main Street, where Church Street transitions from its famed pedestrian-only marketplace into a navigable vehicular corridor, this facility offers quick and seamless access to the heart of the Queen City. Because it is an outdoor surface lot, drivers will find no restrictive vertical height clearances, making it effortlessly accommodating for standard sedans, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and vehicles carrying rooftop cargo boxes or ski racks.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

This parking location boasts an exceptional Walk Score, placing visitors within seconds of Burlington’s premier cultural, dining, and shopping destinations:

Church Street Marketplace: Just 1 to 2 minutes north across Main Street, offering four bustling blocks of boutique shopping, open-air dining, street performers, and artisan cafes.
The Flynn (Flynn Center for the Performing Arts): Located less than a 2-minute walk away on Main Street, making this one of the most practical parking spots for theater performances, Broadway touring shows, and concerts.
Burlington City Hall & City Hall Park: Situated less than 200 feet away, hosting seasonal farmers markets, community festivals, and civic events.
Burlington Waterfront & Lake Champlain: A scenic 10-to-12-minute stroll west down to Waterfront Park, the Community Boathouse Marina, and the ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain.
Higher Education: Both Champlain College and the University of Vermont (UVM) campus are within a 15-to-20-minute uphill walk or a short 5-minute transit or rideshare trip.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to 190 Church Street is straightforward. While the segment of Church Street north of Main Street is pedestrian-only, the block between Main Street and King Street is fully accessible to vehicular traffic. Drivers can readily enter from King Street or turn south directly off Main Street (U.S. Route 2). Exiting onto Main Street provides direct, uncomplicated access eastward to Interstate 89 (Exit 14) and westward toward Route 7 and the Lake Champlain waterfront. For regional travelers, the Green Mountain Transit (GMT) Downtown Transit Center is located just three blocks away on St. Paul Street, providing extensive bus connections across Chittenden County.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-air surface parking layout with clear space delineation.
Unrestricted vertical clearance, ideal for lifted trucks, SUVs, and roof-mounted ski or bike racks.
Seamless mobile payments and digital booking platforms for stress-free entry.
Nighttime lighting across the lot footprint for safe pedestrian arrival and return.
Direct sidewalk connection straight into downtown Burlington\'s commercial district.

Ideal For

Theatergoers and concert attendees visiting the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts.
Diners and shoppers spending an afternoon or evening along Church Street Marketplace.
Downtown office commuters, attorneys, and civic visitors attending meetings near Burlington City Hall.
Out-of-town tourists exploring Lake Champlain waterfront attractions and local breweries.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When routing your GPS, be aware that Church Street north of Main Street is closed to traffic; ensure your route guides you via Main Street or King Street to reach the lot without confusion. Event nights at The Flynn can cause nearby street parking to fill quickly, so reserving your space in advance or arriving 30 to 45 minutes prior to curtain call is highly recommended. If visiting during Vermont\'s winter season, off-street lots like this one are particularly valuable for avoiding municipal street-plowing overnight parking bans.