Free on-street and parkade parking in Downtown Salem is provided to customers through the Downtown Parking Tax paid by downtown businesses. Employees and other workers and volunteers need a permit to park in the Downtown Parking District. Metered parking is available outside of this district and near the Capitol Mall.
How much does it cost to park in Salem?
Cost is $1.50 per hour (1.00/hour for Salem residents), and the multispace meters accept credit cards and cash. If you are going to be exploring the waterfront, Pickering Wharf and Derby Street, you may want to park in the South Harbor Garage, 10 Congress Street, Salem, MA 01970.
Is parking in Salem Free on Sundays?
Meter enforcement Meters are enforced between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Capitol Mall area except Sundays and legal holidays. Meters are enforced between 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Downtown Parking District except Sundays and legal holidays.
Do you need a car in Salem MA?
The short answer is no. You don't really need a car once you're in Salem, MA. If you're flying into Boston Logan airport, you're going to need to either rent a car or take public transportation into Salem. You can take the train, ride share with either Uber or Lyft or rent a car for the short drive.
Does Salem have parking?
The City of Salem offers some monthly, annual, and employee parking passes for the City-owned garages and Riley Plaza.
Do you have to pay for parking in Salem MA?
You do need to pay at a multispace meter before leaving your car, though, so make sure you pay for as many hours as you will need. Cost is $1.50 per hour (1.00/hour for Salem residents), and the multispace meters accept credit cards and cash.