Parking garage

Worcester Common Garage – 3 Eaton Pl, Worcester, MA 01608, Massachusetts

★ 4.1 (30 reviews)

About this Location

Facility Overview

The Worcester Common Garage is a premier underground public parking facility located in the heart of downtown Worcester. It provides a secure, climate-protected parking environment ideal for commuters, local residents, and visitors exploring the city center.

Access and Clearance

The garage offers dual entry points for user convenience: one accessible via 3 Eaton Place (near the Unum Building) and another on Trumbull Street beneath the AC Marriott Hotel. The facility features a maximum vehicle clearance height of 8\'2\", accommodating most standard passenger vehicles, SUVs, and light trucks.

Parking Operations and Payments

As a municipally managed facility, the garage utilizes a gated entry system. Users are required to take a ticket upon arrival and pay at central kiosks located in the lobby prior to exiting. Accepted payment methods include major credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover) and cash.

Strategic Location

The garage is highly favored for its proximity to major city landmarks, including:

  • The DCU Center (ideal for event parking)
  • Worcester City Hall
  • Surrounding City Square district venues and restaurants

During declared winter parking bans, the City of Worcester often provides free overnight parking options for residents within designated municipal facilities.

Event & Venue Access: Traveling for an event? Check out full guide and rates for parking near ArtsWorcester.

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Driver Guidance & Nearby Highlights

Access specs, clearance heights & walking distance to local destinations

Verified Intel

Know Before You Go

Max Vehicle Clearance Height Limit
7' 0" (2.13m)
Oversized utility vans, lifted trucks, and vehicles with rooftop cargo boxes should verify entrance clearance bars at Eaton Place.
Access Mechanism
Barrier Ticket at Entry
Payment Accepted
Credit Card, Debit Card
Highway / Interstate Access
Exit 20 (0.23 mi)
Neighbourhood at a Glance 25 venues
6 Parks
3 Hotels
3 Theatres
2 Buss
2 Sportss
Closest 2 min walk
Furthest 13 min walk

This car park sits within a 13-minute walk of 25 local venues, including Worcester Bus Station and Major Taylor Museum. Ideal for visitors to the area's park scene.

Walking Distance to Destinations

Event Day Traffic Notice: Walking distance to YWCA Central Massachusetts. Expect heavier pump demand and area congestion on event days.
Union Station Hub Bus Station
3m walk • 0.11 mi
Head east along Franklin Street towards Harding Street to quickly reach the main train terminal entrance.
Worcester Bus Station Bus Station
2m walk • 0.12 mi
Pedestrian access available, approximately 2 min walk (0.12 mi).
City Common Park
3m walk • 0.14 mi
Exit onto Front Street for a quick one-block walk straight into the public park grounds.
YWCA Central Massachusetts Sports Centre
3m walk • 0.15 mi
Pedestrian access available, approximately 3 min walk (0.15 mi).
Homewood Suites by Hilton Worcester Hotel
4m walk • 0.18 mi
Pedestrian access available, approximately 4 min walk (0.18 mi).

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