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The Staples Center (now called the Crypto.com Arena) is home to the NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, NHL’s Kings, and WNBA’s Sparks. They also put on a wide array of concerts and other special events. Whether you’re visiting the Staples Center for a sports game or to watch your favorite musician perform, parking will likely be something you’ll need to worry about. Since the venue is located in downtown Los Angeles, finding inexpensive Staples Center parking can be even more difficult than other popular Los Angeles venues like the Hollywood Bowl or Dodger Stadium.
Check out our guide to learn how to find the cheapest and most convenient lots in Los Angeles, as well as unique ways to save money or time!
Does Staples Center Have Parking?
The Staples Center has around 3,300 official parking spaces that are owned by the venue. Additionally, there are over 10,000 spots available at private parking lots within a 7–10 minute walking distance. Metered street parking is also available in the area surrounding Staples Center. >> Reserve on Vivid Seats
Prices for Staples Center Parking Lots:
| Staples Center Parking Facility | First 2 Hours | Additional 1/2 Hours | Daily Maximum |
| Lot W/West Garage | $5 | $5 | $28 |
| Lot 4 | $5 | $5 | $28 |
| Lot E/East Garage | $5 | $5 | $30 |
| Valet Parking East Garage | $20 | $10 | $40 |
Handicapped Parking
Designated Staples Center parking is available for handicapped guests that have a current state-issued disability placard or license plate. These accessible parking spots are located in the West Garage and the East Garage, as well as Lots 4, 8, 9, and 10.
Oversized Parking
Space for oversized vehicles is very limited at the Staples Center, so they recommend all oversize vehicles make arrangements 10 days prior to the event. You can do so by calling (213)-765-6815 to purchase a parking pass. If you haven’t made a previous arrangement, general parking for oversized vehicles is sold on a first-come, first-serve basis and typically fills up quickly.
Motorcycle Parking
Designated motorcycle parking is located in the West Garage on level P1 (it costs the same as a regular car).
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
There are sixteen EV charging stations in the two parking facilities on the L.A. LIVE campus. The Lot W garage has 8 charging stations (1005 W. Chick Hearn Ct) while the Lot E Garage also has 8 charging stations (800 W. Olympic Blvd.). It costs $1 per hour to charge for the first four hours, then $3 per hour afterward.
How to Save on Parking Near the Staples Center
Take the Metro
The metro is making transportation for Los Angeles locals and visitors much more convenient. Depending on where you’re coming from, there are a variety of routes you can take to get to the Staples Center. The official website shows a few directions from different cities, but you can also use the Metro trip planner to find the quickest lines to take.
What Metro stop is the Staples Center?
For the Blue and Expo lines, Pico Station is where you’ll need to get off to get to the Staples Center. It’s a quick 10-minute walk to the venue. There is also the 7th Street/Metro Center station if you’re taking the Red or Purple line, which is a slightly further walk.
Take the Bus
In some cases, the regular bus might be a more convenient way to get to the arena and avoid hectic Staples Center parking. The downtown Los Angeles area is serviced by Metro Bus lines 30, 81, 439, 442, 460, and the Silver Line stop near L.A. LIVE. The bus you need to take will always depend on where you’re coming from, so make sure to check on their trip planner (this is the same as the Metro trip planner).
There is also a DASH bus, which stops near L.A. Live on Figueroa Street.
Uber/Lyft
If you want to avoid post-event traffic, you might want to park in a free neighborhood within a mile or two and take an inexpensive Uber. However, this may be more difficult to find as the venue is located in downtown Los Angeles. Make sure to check parking signs to see if you need a parking permit or if there are time limitations – you don’t want to get a ticket or park in tow-away zones! There are designated drop-off and pick-up areas on Chick Hearn Court and Figueroa Street.
Prepaid Parking
You can pay for your event parking ahead of time through the Staple Center box office and through VividSeats. Also, Groupon usually has plenty of Lot C parking passes available for under $20 (this is the top lot for cheap parking near Staples Center). You can also purchase prepaid parking when purchasing your event ticket online. Although this isn’t much cheaper, it will likely save you some time as it will direct you to the exact parking lot to avoid delays.
Bottom Line
Overall, there are a few ways to find cheap Staples Center parking or just avoid the hassle of parking altogether. If you plan to drive, it might just be worth it to purchase parking from the official Staples Center lots. You can easily purchase from the basic lots online for $7–$15. This isn’t too expensive – you’ll likely pay the same amount even if you take public transportation.
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