Free parking on public streets
- Elmfield Avenue
- Elmbank Terrace
- Pittodrie Place
- Chestnut Row
- Cedar Place
Free on-street parking in Aberdeen
If you would prefer to park in one of the on-street parking bays close to Aberdeen city centre, you can park for free in the following zones at certain times of the day:
| Street | Free Parking |
|---|---|
| Inner Central | Before 8am and after 8pm (Mon to Sat) Before 1pm and after 5pm (Sunday) |
| Outer Central | Before 8am and after 8pm (Mon to Sat) Before 1pm and after 5pm (Sunday) |
Free Car Parks in Aberdeen
If you would rather park in a secure car park, you can park for free all day at the following car parks in Aberdeen:
| Car Park | Address | Free Parking |
|---|---|---|
| Broomhill Road Car Park | AB10 6JA | Free all day (Sunday only) |
| Crombie Road Car Park | AB11 9LY | Free all day |
| Viewfield Road Car Park | AB15 7XL | Free all day |
| Tanfield Walk Car Park | AB24 4AQ | Free all day |
| Dunmail Avenue Car Park | AB15 9LW | Free all day |
Free Parking at park & rides sites in Aberdeen
There are two park and ride sites that serve Aberdeen: Ellon Park and Ride and Kingswells Park and Ride.
Ellon Park and Ride
Ellon Park and Ride has around 300 free parking spaces, including 4 electric vehicle charge points. Ellon Park and Ride is further away from the city so expect fares to cost slightly more.
Kingswells Park and Ride
Kingswells Park and Ride has around 915 free parking spaces, including 6 electric vehicle charge points.
We always recommend looking out for newly installed road signs as permitted parking can change quickly.