How to Purchase Visitor Parking
Visitor and hourly parking are available for individuals and departments in designated areas on both the main campus and Stanford Redwood City. All visitor parking payments are contactless and managed through ParkMobile.
Option 1
Use ParkMobile’s Zone Parking option: no app download or account is needed. You can check out as a guest without setting up an account.
Simply navigate to app.parkmobile.io/zone/start or text PARK to 77223 (Message frequency will vary. Message and data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help or STOP to cancel. ParkMobile.io/privacy-policy • ParkMobile.io/terms-of-use)
Option 2
Pay-By-Phone if you don’t have a smartphone or prefer an automated voice system, call ParkMobile at 877.727.5718 to start your parking session.
Option 3
Download the app and set up a Park Mobile account. We recommend doing this before you arrive.
International Visitors Traveling from outside North America - Use Option 1 or 2 above
*For payment details online select "Other" for Country and enter "00000" for Billing Zip Code. It's recommended to use Wi-Fi to complete your purchase. Please connect to the Stanford Visitor WiFi- no password required.
Visitor Parking resources
- Visitor parking rates
- ParkMobile Zone numbers at Stanford
- “How To” Guides
- ParkMobile FAQ
- Five Tips to Avoid A Citation
If you need assistance, please contact us at transportation@stanford.edu or 650.723.9362. For ParkMobile assistance, please call 877.727.5457 or chat online.
*Please note that all sales are final and there are no refunds.