University of Arizona - Parking

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Parking sucks—sorry. This is common at large universities, but the UA has this knack for exacerbating the parking issue. Permits are expensive, and there are a lot of pissed off men and women in brown uniforms running around, checking meters, and giving out tickets. I swear the mafia is behind
this racket.

I know a few free, good places, but I refuse to tell you where they are. No, seriously; I refuse. I’ll compromise, though, and give you a hint: behind the Rec Center and behind the middle school next to the Rec Center—that’s it. Parking far enough south of 5th Street (or biking in) would be the best and most cost-efficient way to commute at the UA if you don’t have the money to pay for meters or permits. Trust me, a ticket-giver will find your car if you’re parked illegally, in any case. I’ve missed classes because I couldn’t find a place to park and I didn’t want to get a ticket. Those people dressed in brown have struck the fear of God in me, and even if you’ve found yourself to be an extraordinarily lucky person in all aspects of your life, they’ll get you, too.

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Students Speak Out

UAPV says: University of Arizona 2016 Undecided

Parking sucks! 12345 Parking: February 25, 2009 Report

UAmc says: University of Arizona 2011 Business

Parking is tough if you don't live... Parking is tough if you don't live on campus. Get there early. 12345 Parking: February 25, 2009 Report

Anonymous says:

Parking is probably the worst... Parking is probably the worst problem on campus. 12345 Parking Report

Anonymous says:

Parking at Arizona is not fun or... Parking at Arizona is not fun or cheap! 12345 Parking Report

Anonymous says:

I’m not going to lie to you,... I’m not going to lie to you, parking can be a pain. There are always garage permits open, but they cost around $400. There are different zones that you can park in as well, and you can also get street permits from the city of Tucson. I would apply for a Zone 1 permit because that allows you to park in most places around campus and is around $200. 12345 Parking Report

Did You Know?

Best Places to Find a Parking Spot
1. Behind Espresso Art after 5 p.m.
2. On Tyndall Avenue by the laundromat and Subway
3. Parking meters, just make sure you have enough quarters

Good Luck Getting a Parking Spot Here!
1. University Boulevard in the middle of the afternoon
2. Near the McKale center come game days
3. Pretty much anywhere, you really do need a parking permit to drive around this campus.

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