About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the heart of Pittsburgh’s historic market corridor, the surface parking facility at 1933 Penn Avenue offers essential and convenient parking for visitors exploring the vibrant Strip District. This open-air surface lot provides straightforward ground-level parking with direct drive-in bays. Because it is an open lot without overhead height obstructions, it effortlessly accommodates standard passenger cars, large crossovers, full-size SUVs, pickup trucks, and high-roof conversion vans that typically exceed standard parking garage clearances. Wide driving aisles ensure straightforward turning maneuvers and effortless parking.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The lot places drivers directly in the epicenter of the Strip District\'s culinary, cultural, and retail scene. Renowned food emporiums, specialty grocery stores, and legendary restaurants are just steps away:

Pennsylvania Macaroni Company: Located directly across the block (less than a 1-minute walk), this iconic Italian grocery is a must-visit for artisanal cheeses, imported pasta, and specialty goods.
Robert Wholey & Co. Fish Market: Approximately 2 blocks away (2 to 3-minute walk), famous for fresh seafood, meats, and ready-to-eat market lunches.
Primanti Bros. Original Location: Situated on 18th Street (under a 3-minute walk), serving their world-famous sandwiches piled high with coleslaw and fries.
The Strip District Terminal: Located just one block north on Smallman Street (3-minute walk), offering community events, local retail boutiques, fitness studios, and craft eateries.
Senator John Heinz History Center: Roughly 0.4 miles away (7 to 9-minute walk), featuring six floors of Smithsonian-affiliated western Pennsylvania historical exhibits.
David L. Lawrence Convention Center: Approximately 0.7 miles southwest along Penn Avenue (14 to 16-minute walk), making it a reliable staging location for major expos and trade shows.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The lot is easily accessed directly from Penn Avenue between 19th and 20th Streets, with smooth traffic flow connecting to Smallman Street and Liberty Avenue. Drivers arriving from Interstate 579 (Veterans Bridge), Interstate 279, or Route 28 can quickly reach Penn Avenue via the 16th Street Bridge or 21st Street. Public transit riders will find multiple Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) bus stops along Liberty Avenue and Penn Avenue within a 1-to-3-minute walk, including high-frequency routes 54, 86, 87, 88, and 91 connecting directly to Downtown Pittsburgh, Oakland, and Lawrenceville.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Open-Air Headroom: Zero height restrictions, perfectly accommodating high-profile commercial vans, rooftop carriers, and tall trucks.
Digital Payment Convenience: Automated on-site multi-space pay stations accepting credit and debit cards, as well as seamless mobile app payments via ParkMobile and meter pay options.
Designated Accessible Spaces: Level, clearly striped ADA-compliant parking stalls close to sidewalk ramps.
Nighttime Illumination: High-output overhead lot lighting providing clear sightlines and enhanced safety during early mornings and evening hours.
Pedestrian Friendly: Direct grade-level sidewalk egress onto Penn Avenue without stairwells or elevators.

Ideal For

Weekend Foodies & Shoppers: Perfect for loading up grocery haul bags and specialty goods from local bakeries, butcher shops, and produce stands.
Brunch & Dinner Enthusiasts: Steps away from Strip District staples like DeLuca\'s Diner, Pamela\'s Diner, Bar Marco, and Edgar\'s Best Tacos.
Convention & Event Visitors: Convenient satellite parking within walking distance of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center and riverfront trails.
Downtown & Lawrenceville Commuters: A cost-effective drop point for visitors looking to avoid downtown congestion while staying within walking distance.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Penn Avenue can experience heavy pedestrian and delivery vehicle traffic during peak weekend mornings (Saturday and Sunday between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM). If you plan to visit during these prime market hours, arriving before 9:30 AM will help you secure a prime space without delay. Be sure to note your license plate number before walking up to the payment kiosk or enter it directly into the mobile parking app. When loading bulky grocery purchases or heavy coolers, position your vehicle in an exterior perimeter spot for easiest trunk access.