Discover Easy Ways to Explore Hillcrest
In the heart of Hillcrest, we’re committed to simplifying your journey. Our mission is to elevate the accessibility of parking, enhance transportation options, and foster greater mobility within our Hillcrest community.
Getting Around Hillcrest
Hillcrest is the perfect neighborhood to explore not only on foot but also by bike, bus, or car, with a plethora of restaurants, cafes, boutiques, and galleries awaiting your discovery.
Exploring by Bike
Hillcrest has miles of new bikes lanes that have been added over the last few years. Biking is a fun, healthy, (sexy) and environmentally friendly way to get around the neighborhood.
There are many resources for how to get around by bike:
- Check out these helpful tips for getting around by bike.
- Discover the new bike routes through Hillcrest.
- Explore San Diego by bike from Hillcrest through the regional bike network.
Walking Around Hillcrest
Hillcrest is known as one of San Diego’s most walkable neighborhoods and that’s one of the best ways to get around the neighborhood. Walking is the OG form of transportation.
Hillcrest is known for its walkability. Hillcrest has a Walk Score of 87 meaning that it’s very Walkable with most errands able to be accomplished on foot.
Many people don’t understand the rules of the “road” relating to pedestrians. Here’s a helpful link to the California DMV regarding pedestrians.
The Seven Bridges hike is a terrific way to explore Hillcrest by foot.
Getting Around by Rideshare
Uber, Lyft, and other ride share services are very popular options for Hillcrest. I met three of my last BFs in a lyft! Let’s make sure that you’re ready to rideshare in Hillcrest with these tips:
Getting Around by Car
Getting to and around Hillcrest by car is still the most popular and convenient. I vote to bring back cruising. Depending on the time of day, you may have to circle for a while, but mostly there’s ample parking on the street and in private lots.
Need a place to park after hours? Access Hillcrest reserves the Hillcrest DMV for FREE public parking from 6:30pm – 3:00am on most nights. Visit the lot during free parking hours and claim one of the 153 available spots when you need it at Cleveland and Normal Street.
DMV Free Parking Hours
- Mon-Tues: 6:30pm-3:00am
- Wed: Closed
- Thurs-Fri: 6:30pm-3:00am
- Sat: 7:00am-3:00am
- Sun:7:00am-7:00pm
- State Holidays: 7:00am-3:00am
Riding the Number 11 Bus
The Number 11 bus might just be the coolest bus in town.
What bus has its own Instagram page? Check out their Instagram page!
Looking for Parking?
There are many private parking lots throughout Hillcrest. Click on the map to discover all the options for parking in the neighborhood.
Lots are all public parking pay lots, subject to their own public parking hours and pay rates. Please pay careful attention to each individual lots hours and rates.
Parking Tips from Locals
Tip #1
“Did you know that Hillcrest parking spaces are free before 10am and after 8pm?”
Roy Dahl
Parking Nerd
Tip #2
“Did you know that commercial zones are available for parking for free after 6pm?”
Gerrie Trussell
Dr of Parking
Tip #3
“Yellow and green curbed spaces are free on Sunday”
Byron Ross
Voted most likely to find parking
Neighbors coming together to make Hillcrest accessible
Access Hillcrest is made possible by a collaboration of neighborhood groups in Uptown lead by the Uptown Community Parking District. We’re volunteer led and funded by parking meter money.
We partner with transportation planners and activist groups. We’d love to have you get involved. The best way to do this is to connect with existing neighborhood groups. Find your group and help us to improve our wonderful neighborhood.
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Here are a few tips to make EV charging easier for everyone!
⏰ Be Mindful of Time: Once your car is fully charged, move it promptly to free up the charging station for other EV drivers.
🔄 Share the Space: If multiple charging stations are available, try to use only one charging spot, leaving the others open.
⚠️ Respect Charging Etiquette Signs: Some charging stations may have specific rules or time limits posted. Always adhere to these guidelines to ensure fair access for all users!
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Come see the largest LGBTQ+ car club on the west coast!
Check out over 20 classic cars, and enjoy chatting with other car enthusiasts! 🚗
The show happens at Pride Plaza on Normal Street - and parking is FREE at the DMV from 7:00 AM - 3:00 AM!
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We want to shout out beautiful Hillcrest for being such a wonderful home! 🎉 Here are a few of our favorite parts about living here, what are yours??
Amazing dining options 🍽️👌
The classic car show 🚗🎶
Community events - like the farmers market this Sunday on Normal Street! 🍅🎪
The ease of parking, especially when the parking spaces are free before 10am and after 8pm!
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Want to visit the largest farmers market in San Diego? Come to Hillcrest this Sunday and explore 175 vendors.
Live music! 🎶
Fresh Produce! 🥦
Local Businesses! 👩🍳
Don’t forget - you can park for FREE at the DMV from 7:00am - 7:00pm!
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