Planning · Parking

Universal Studios Hollywood parking guide

Updated September 25, 2026. Parking prices, lot names, and policies change. Treat dollar figures as ballpark only and verify on the official park site the morning you go. Not affiliated with Universal.

Universal Studios Hollywood parking is structured around large garages serving CityWalk and the park. You’ll usually choose general vs preferred (closer) parking, then walk through CityWalk toward the park entrance.

What to expect

• General parking: farther floors/sections; fine on Soft days if you budget walking time.
• Preferred: higher fee, shorter walk — still plan for CityWalk crowds on Peak Saturdays.
• Evening exit after Halloween Horror Nights or peak summer nights can be slow; pin your level/row in your phone.

Cost mindset

Day parking is typically a substantial per-vehicle fee; preferred costs more. Special events may use different pricing. Confirm on Universal’s official parking page — we don’t publish a fixed number that will rot.

Timing with crowds

Use Is Universal Hollywood crowded today? and the crowd calendar. Horror Nights and summer Saturdays are when parking lines and CityWalk foot traffic stack.

Rideshare & transit

Rideshare drop-offs are usually near CityWalk. Metro Red Line to Universal City / Studio City plus the short hop to the gate is a real car-free option for many guests — confirm current station/shuttle guidance on official maps.