Where to Park the Car at Night Without a Parking Space?
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When there is no parking space available at night, it's best to rent a parking spot from a nearby resident not far from the main exit. Alternatively, you can look for parking lots or hotels at night, or find nearby institutions with available parking spaces (many government agencies, public institutions, and state-owned enterprises in various regions offer their unused parking spaces to residents during off-hours). Areas where parking is not allowed: Road shoulders marked with yellow no-parking lines indicate areas where roadside parking or stopping is prohibited. The length of the marking indicates the extent of the no-parking zone. Yellow grid lines mark areas where parking is prohibited for any reason, typically used at intersections, entrances, and exits where temporary parking could easily cause traffic congestion. Special areas such as within 30 meters of bus stops, gas stations, emergency medical stations, and in front of fire stations do not allow temporary parking. Intersections, railway crossings, sharp curves, narrow roads less than 4 meters wide, bridges, steep slopes, tunnels, and sections within 50 meters of these locations do not allow parking. Road sections with separation facilities between motor vehicle lanes and non-motor vehicle lanes or sidewalks, as well as crosswalks and construction zones, do not permit parking.
I've been driving for over a decade and often encounter this headache. When there's no parking space at night, I usually find a spot along the roadside in nearby residential areas or public spaces, but I always make sure to check if overnight parking is allowed to avoid tickets. Many well-lit urban areas are safe, like supermarket parking lots or the sides of plazas, which usually stay open late. Using the Amap app is convenient for finding parking spots, including 24-hour paid parking lots that cost just a few dozen yuan per night. I've also coordinated with a few neighbors to share parking spaces, taking turns to avoid issues. Always remember to lock your doors and windows, keep valuables out of sight, and avoid parking in blind spots or on slopes—safety first. You can also join community WeChat groups to stay updated on real-time parking information.
