First-Time Tip
Park at the Hilton Garage on 5th and walk south on 4th to avoid Broadway traffic and parking headaches after 9pm.
After 9pm, Broadway’s traffic slows, cars double-park, and valet lines snake across sidewalks—making walking from 3rd or 4th toward Broadway a gamble. The Hilton Garage on 5th Street offers affordable late-night rates and puts you at a higher elevation, letting you descend gently toward 2nd Ave’s quieter corners. Staying on 4th Avenue avoids Broadway’s bottleneck near Broadslot and Riverfront Park.
From the garage, walk south on 4th until you reach Gay Street, then cross and follow 3rd or 4th south toward the honky tonks. This route keeps you past the worst clumps of pedestrians and gives easier access to places like Robert’s or Lane’s Coffee, where you can grab a coffee if needed before heading back. It’s a common habit among locals who know the rhythm of Broadway ebb and flow.
The garage stays open until 2am with flat-rate pricing for evening visitors. Use the side entrance off Charlotte Avenue for faster drop-off if you’re with a group. This tip also helps if you plan to visit multiple venues—you’ll walk less in heels or wet shoes and spend more time listening to fiddles.
