Riyadh Parking announces new operating hours
Plus when it’s free too
Riyadh’s paid parking, better known as Riyadh Parking, has just revealed brand-new operating hours starting last week. And the announcement is also accompanied by days when it will be free. Here’s what to know about the new Riyadh Parking operating hours.
The new announcement was made on X (formerly Twitter). It was announced that to organise parking in a way that suits your travel needs, the Riyadh Parking operating hours will be updated to the following:
- Saturday to Thursday: 8am to midnight
- Fridays: Free
- Holidays and national occasions: Free
لتنظيم المواقف بما يتناسب مع احتياجات تنقلكم،
سيتم تحديث ساعات تشغيل #مواقف_الرياض ابتداءً من 23 مارس:
من السبت إلى الخميس:
8:00 صباحًا – 12:00 منتصف الليل
الجمعة والأعياد والمناسبات الوطنية:
المواقف مجانية. pic.twitter.com/X8sFeWRooN— Riyadh Parking مواقف الرياض (@Riyadh_Parking) March 17, 2026
Costs
Parking costs remain the same at SAR3.45 per hour.
How to use the service
- Searching for Available Parking Spaces
Users can easily determine their current location and find the nearest available parking spots. - Electronic Payment
Offers multiple payment options, including Apple Pay, Mada, and credit cards, to simplify the payment process. - Digital residential area parking permits
Enables residents and visitors to obtain digital residential permits through the app, helping to organise parking usage in residential neighbourhoods. - Parking Duration Control
Allows users to set their desired parking duration, with a 15-minute grace period before the paid parking time is activated.
More about the project
The Riyadh Parking project is one of the strategic initiatives launched by Riyadh Municipality as part of its efforts to improve the quality of life and regulate traffic flow in the capital. The first phase was officially launched in mid-2024. The project aims to manage and regulate more than 24,000 paid parking spaces in commercial streets, along with over 140,000 free parking spaces allocated for residents in residential neighbourhoods to protect their rights. The first phase covers 12 key districts in the city, including Al-Wurud, Al-Rahmaniyah, Al-Muruj, Al-Sulaimaniyah, and King Fahd.
The paid parking metres use modern technologies such as solar-powered electronic payment machines, smart guidance signboards, and a digital application that allows users to pay and issue permits. Paid parking areas also offer a 15-minute free grace period. The project’s objectives are to reduce random parking, improve mobility within the city, and support commercial activities.
Visit: @Riyadh_Parking
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