Theatre District Parking

The new underground Theatre District Parking Structure – part of UC San Diego’s Theatre District Living and Learning Neighborhood (TDLLN) – is located directly across from our theatres at 9135 S Scholars Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093 and is open to Playhouse patrons.

Parking in the Theatre District Parking Structure requires a valid UCSD parking pass be displayed 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, no exceptions.

La Jolla Playhouse Subscribers should use their physical parking permits displayed on their driver’s side dashboard and ticket buyers can pay for parking on-site with pay stations located on each floor of the structure or digitally with the ParkMobile app.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Round trip shuttles from the South Parking Structure to the Playhouse ceased operation on Sunday, September 15.
 

Parking Directions

To park at the Theatre District Parking Structure enter at 9135 S Scholars Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093. (Google Map to this entrance)

• Useful tip #1: For quickest access to the elevator and stairs closest to the Playhouse campus, we recommend parking in the SOUTH section. Pillars are labeled with NORTH or SOUTH to indicate location.
• Useful tip #2: The elevator and stairs to ground level will be closest to areas 1G, 2G, 3G and 4G of the parking structure. At 2G, 3G and 4G, there will be a door located near a pay station and sign indicating “UC San Diego Elevator Access.” Enter to access the elevator.
• Press *1 for ground level. Exit to your right and follow the signage to the Playhouse, located directly across the street.
• The walking distance from parking to the Playhouse is 0.1-0.2 miles on level ground (except for a flight of stairs from P1 to ground level, should you choose not to take the elevator). The walk takes 1-2 minutes.

Single Ticket Buyers

• Parking after 5pm weekdays and on weekends is $2.25/hr (maximum $9) in any non-reserved spot.
• UC San Diego is observing Fri, Nov 29 as a holiday. There will be no parking payment required for the performance that evening.
• Payable at the pay stations on each level, using the ParkMobile app or the website: parkmobile.io
• Please note or take a photo of your license plate number to process parking payment.

Playhouse Subscribers

The cost of parking for subscribers is covered by the La Jolla Playhouse and UC San Diego as one of the benefits of your subscription. Parking permits are mailed to subscribers in November 2024.

Subscribers must display a parking permit to access this free parking when you come to see Your Local Theater Presents… in Nov-Dec 2024 and 3 Summers of Lincoln in Feb-Mar 2025. Please ensure you follow these instructions to avoid getting a ticket:

• Clearly mark “X” in black ink on the month and day used.
• Place permit date side up on driver’s side dash. The entire permit must be clearly visible.
• Permits are mandatory for all performances
• UC San Diego operates campus parking lots. Citations will be issued if a valid permit is not placed in your car window with that day’s date clearly marked. Do not lose your parking permits and keep them in a safe place – permits are one-time use only and cannot be replaced, exchanged or redeemed for cash. One permit issued per household. A permit is void if erased or altered. All parking citation inquiries must go directly to UC San Diego Parking.

Click here for parking map.
Click here for a Visual Guide PDF of parking info.
 

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is free with a Disabled Person (DP) placard or license plates in the Theatre District Parking Structure. (Google Map to this entrance.)

Please see detailed parking info above. Designated disabled parking can be found on level one (area 1A), on the right as you enter the parking structure. Then proceed to elevator P1 and take it to level 1 for level access to the Playhouse.

Find more info about access here.
 

Drop-Off Location for Access, Uber, Lyft, Taxi

There is an accessible drop-off location at the front of the Playhouse campus on Theatre District Drive. This is where ride-share services can drop off guests. Google Map for this drop-off location. 
 

Golf Cart Service

Patrons with access needs can pre-request golf cart service from the drop-off location to the theatre doors. Request golf cart service in advance by calling (858) 550-1010, or connect with a greeter when you arrive if you would like this service. Services are available beginning at 5:15pm for evening performances and 12:15pm Saturday matinee and 11:15am Sunday matinee performances.
 

Safety

Patrons and staff are welcome to use UCSD Community Service Officers (CSOs) for a safety escort to their cars by calling (858) 534-WALK (9255). If you have questions about security you can contact UCSD Police at (858) 534-HELP (4357).

CSOs offer this service from sunset to 1am every day of the year. After 1am, this service may be handled by other police department personnel.