Parking in Bath
Finding parking in Bath can be challenging, especially during busy weekends, school holidays and peak commuter times. With limited on-street parking and popular city-centre car parks filling quickly, many drivers need a more reliable option.
For those looking for regular, secure parking in Bath city centre, HPH’s Monmouth Place Car Park offers designated spaces in a convenient central location, with 24/7 access, CCTV monitoring and barrier-controlled entry.
Secure Parking in Bath City Centre: Monmouth Place Car Park
If you’re looking for regular parking in Bath city centre, HPH’s Monmouth Place Car Park offers a secure and convenient option just off Monmouth Place.
Located in central Bath, the car park provides designated parking spaces with 24/7 access, CCTV monitoring and barrier-controlled entry. It is well suited to commuters, local businesses, city-centre workers and anyone looking for a reliable long-term parking space close to Bath’s shops, offices, restaurants and commercial areas.
Spaces are currently available, making Monmouth Place Car Park a practical choice for those who need more certainty than short-stay public car parks or on-street parking can usually provide.
Location: Monmouth Place, Bath BA1 2AU
Best for: Regular commuters, business owners, employees and long-term city-centre parking
Key features: Secure access, CCTV, barrier control, 24/7 access and designated spaces
Bath has a range of off-street car parking within reach of the main attractions, shopping area, and railway station.
Some are available for long-term visits, others are short-stay only.
Car Parks in Bath City Centre
Long Stay and Short Stay Car Parks
Monmouth Place Car Park:
HPH’s secure, barrier-controlled car park in central Bath offers designated parking spaces with 24/7 access and CCTV monitoring. It is a strong option for commuters, businesses and anyone looking for regular long-term parking in Bath city centre.
Southgate Car Park:
A secure underground option close to Bath Spa railway station and the Southgate shopping area. It works well if you’re arriving by car and plan to split your time between shopping and sightseeing.
Avon Street Car Park:
Has 299 spaces, 11 disabled bays, and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Its central location makes it a reliable option at any time of day.
Charlotte Street Car Park:
One of the largest in the city, with over 100 spaces and long-term stay availability. It sits a short walk from Queen Square and the city centre, making it a practical choice for a full day out.
The Podium Car Park:
Located beneath The Podium shopping centre with over 500 spaces, its city-centre location makes it a popular choice for shoppers and visitors looking to park within easy walking distance of the historic centre.
Manvers Street Car Park:
Offers 148 spaces and 6 disabled bays, also open around the clock. Positioned close to Bath Spa station, it’s a useful option for commuters as well as day visitors.
Short Stay Car Parks in Bath
For shorter visits, there are several dedicated short-stay car parks across the city. These include: Bath Sports and Leisure Centre,Broad Street, Cattle Market,Claverton Street,Green Park Road,Kingsmead Square,Larkhall Square.
Charges and opening times vary by location, so it’s worth checking current tariffs before you travel.
Park and Ride in Bath
Bath’s three park and ride services are worth considering if you’d rather avoid the city centre traffic. All three run Monday to Saturday from early morning, with reduced timetables on Sundays and bank holidays.
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Runs between Lansdown and Milsom Street in the north of the city centre. It’s the most convenient option for anyone approaching on the M4 from London or South Wales.
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Connects Newbridge with Westgate Buildings and is the natural choice for drivers coming in from Bristol or Keynsham along the A4.
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Serves the southern approach, with buses running into Southgate shopping centre. It’s well-placed for visitors travelling up from Somerset or Wiltshire.
On weekdays and Saturdays, first departures leave the park and ride sites at 6:15am. The last services back from the city centre run at 11:15pm, which makes the park and ride a workable option for evening visits too.
On-Street Parking in Bath
On-street parking is available across the city, though much of Bath operates on a controlled zone basis. Most central bays are pay and display, with time limits that vary by street. Permit zones are in effect during certain hours in some areas, so checking the signage before you leave your vehicle is always advisable.
The streets are grouped here by area to help you find what’s available near your destination.
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The most central streets, with easy walking distance of the Roman Baths, Pump Rooms, and main retail areas.
Avon Street, BA1 1UN, 20 spaces
Corn Street, BA1 1UP, 4 spaces
Grand Parade, BA2 4DF, 5 spaces
Green Park, BA1 1JD, 4 spaces
Henry Street, BA1 1JT, 7 spaces + 7 disabled spaces
Kingsmead North, BA1 2AQ, 10 spaces
Milk Street, BA1 1UT, 8 spaces
Milsom Street, BA1 1DE, 21 spaces + 4 disabled spaces
Monmouth Place, BA1 2AY, 14 spaces
Monmouth Street, BA1 2AN, 17 spaces
Old King Street, BA1 2JW, 12 spaces
Queen Square, BA1 2HN, 21 spaces
Railway Place, BA1 1SR, 4 spaces
Somerset Street, BA1 1TS, 9 spaces
St James's Parade, BA1 1UL, 13 spaces + 2 disabled spaces
Trim Street, BA1 1HB, 9 spaces
Westgate Buildings, BA1 1EB, 8 spaces + 4 disabled spaces
Wood Street, BA1 2JQ, 7 spaces
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Streets within a short walk of the station, useful for commuters or visitors arriving by train.
Avon Street, BA1 1UN, 20 spaces
Grove Street, BA2 6PJ, 26 spaces
Henrietta Road, BA2 6LX, 34 spaces
Laura Place, BA2 4BH, 46 spaces
Pulteney Road, BA2 4EZ, 11 spaces
South Parade, BA2 4AB, 18 spaces
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The Georgian residential streets north of the city centre, covering the Circus and Royal Crescent area.
Alfred Street, BA1 2QX, 41 spaces + 1 disabled space
Bennett Street, BA1 2QQ, 48 spaces + 1 disabled space
Brock Street, BA1 2LN, 31 spaces + 3 disabled spaces
Chapel Row, BA1 1HN, 8 spaces + 1 disabled space
Gay Street, BA1 2PH, 44 spaces + 1 disabled space
Julian Road, BA1 2RH, 6 spaces
Queen's Parade, BA1 2NJ, 38 spaces
Queen's Parade Place, BA1 2NN, 7 spaces
Rivers Street, BA1 2QA, 80 spaces + 2 disabled spaces
Rivers Street Mews, BA1 2RS, 10 spaces
Royal Crescent, BA1 2LS, 15 spaces
Royal Victoria Park, BA1 2NQ, 40 spaces + 14 disabled spaces
Russell Street, BA1 2QF, 6 spaces + 1 disabled space
Upper Church Street, BA1 2PT, 17 spaces
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Further north – a longer walk but useful for those visiting the upper residential areas.
Caroline Place, BA1 5HU, 24 spaces
Catharine Place, BA1 2PR, 42 spaces + 1 disabled space
Gloucester Street, BA1 2SE, 8 spaces
Guinea Lane, BA1 5NB, 16 spaces
Lansdown Road, BA1 5EE, 10 spaces
Lansdown Road Belvedere, BA1 5EE, 16 spaces
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Along the Walcot corridor heading northeast from the centre.
Walcot Street (Inner), BA1 5BN, 5 spaces + 3 disabled spaces
Walcot Street (Outer), BA1 5BW, 50 spaces
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A short drive or longer walk from the centre. Better suited to those happy to walk in or combine with another stop.
Alexandra Park, BA2 4RQ, 48 spaces
Free Parking in Bath
Free parking within Bath is limited. Most central on-street bays carry a charge or time restriction, and the controlled zone covers a large portion of the city. Some bays on the outer edges of the zone may offer free periods, though these vary and are subject to change.
The park and ride services are the most cost-effective alternative for those looking to keep costs down. Checking current tariffs on the Bath & North East Somerset Council website before you travel is the best way to avoid surprises on the day.
HPH currently has spaces available at Monmouth Place Car Park, offering secure, designated parking in central Bath. To enquire about availability, contact the HPH team or view the Monmouth Place Car Park listing.