Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Parking

Last Updated on October 24, 2023 by Usama

If you’re an art enthusiast in Boston, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is a must-see. It accommodates a wide range of paintings, sculptures, and other arts. The museum is located about 3.5 miles from downtown, and this guide will help you plan your visit to a tee! Discover where to find a convenient Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum parking service, how much the admission ticket cost, and the best alternative to parking. 

The list below offers the cost of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum admission ticket for any visitor:

Note that the museum is closed on Tuesdays, and the working hours vary according to the day. It opens at 11 AM on weekdays and 10 AM on weekends. The museum closes at 5 PM every day, except on Thursdays when it stays open until 9 PM. If you wish to lower your daily parking expenses and avoid traffic jams, visit the facility on Thursday after 5 PM.

Even though the Gardner Museum does not have a car parking facility, its guests have a few options. Parking for Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum visitors is obtainable on a first-come, first-served basis at:

• Simmons University Garage [wl_geomap]
• Museum of Fine Arts Garage

 

Discounted parking at Simmons is offered to all Gardner Museum visitors who validate their tickets at the museum. The garage is at 86 Avenue Louis Pasteur, and designated spots are on Levels P1-P3. Here are the hourly parking fees:

The Simmons University parking prices increased on July 1st, 2021.

Another convenient Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum parking option is the garage or any lot affiliated with the Museum of Fine Arts. The MFA garage is placed a 5-minute walk from the museum, and the outdoor lots on Museum Road are approximately within the same distance. 

Learn more about parking at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, or check the list below for short-term rates. Note that the cost is higher than at Simmons, but you can get a better deal and pay $17 if you come after 5:30 PM. 

The streets around the Gardner Museum offer both metered and free parking spots, although the number is limited. Metered parking stalls accept quarters, and we urge you to read the meters and signs carefully to avoid towing or getting a Boston parking ticket. Chances are you’ll find a spot easier if you come early in the morning. We suggest looking for a spot on Evans Way, Palace Road, The Fenway, and Huntington Avenue.

If searching for ADA parking, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum guests can search for a nearby street parking space or head to an MFA parking area. All MFA parking lots provide disabled parking stalls for visitors with a disabled parking permit or license plate. Standard parking rates apply.

Taking public transit instead of driving your own vehicle is easier and more cost-effective. Due to its convenient location, the museum is accessible by several subway and bus lines. 

• The Museum of Fine Arts stop is a 5-minute walk away and served by the Green Line E, while the Orange Line stops at the Ruggles station. The latter stop is 10 minutes away from the Gardner Museum. The MBTA subway fare is $2.40.
• MBTA bus routes that make stops near the museum are 8, 19, 39, 47, CT2, and CT3. The local bus fare is $1.70 for adults. Make use of MBTA’s Trip Planner to reach the building without any hassle. 

For additional info on either subway or bus services, go through the MBTA page.

In addition to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum parking guide and the article about Parking at the Museum of Fine Arts, our team has covered numerous locations! Boston residents and tourists can use the following links to learn more about parking near other city attractions and venues: