Parking in Piran and Portorož – everything you need to know
Planning a visit to picturesque Piran or lively Portorož? Don’t worry about where to park – both destinations are well-equipped to welcome visitors arriving by car or tourist bus.
There are plenty of organized parking areas, electric charging stations, and special benefits for people with disabilities. Discover where you can leave your vehicle with peace of mind and enjoy the beauty of Portorož & Piran.
Cars
Planning a visit to Piran or Portorož? Don’t worry about where to park! Both destinations are well-equipped for visitors arriving by car, offering a variety of organized parking options – whether you’re staying for a short visit or an extended holiday.
In Piran, where the historic town center is closed to traffic, you can safely leave your car at the Amfora parking garage, located just outside the town. From there, a mini electric shuttle will take you directly to the picturesque town square.
In Portorož, multiple parking areas are available near the main promenade, hotels, and beaches, allowing you to start your vacation relaxed and stress-free.
Whether you’re coming for a day trip, a romantic weekend, or a longer holiday, you’ll have no trouble finding a suitable parking spot.
Electric charging stations
In Piran & Portorož, modern electric charging stations are available, allowing for easy and fast charging of your vehicle.
They are located in convenient spots – near hotels, tourist attractions, and coastal promenades – so you can enjoy a coffee, a walk, or the view of Piran Bay while your car charges.
Motorhomes
Whether Portorož and Piran are your final destination or just a stop along your journey, here you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable motorhome stay.
Park right next to the Adriatic Sea, refresh yourself in the pleasant seawater, treat yourself to some local indulgence, and enjoy the colorful sunsets.
Check out the locations where you can stop:
Tourist buses
Entry into Piran
A one-time entry of a tourist bus to the bus station on Dante Street in Piran, with short-term parking of up to 30 minutes, costs €10.00. This also applies to quick stops where the bus only drops off or picks up passengers.
If the 30-minute limit is exceeded, a fee of €100.00 is charged. Long-term parking is only available in Portorož.
People with disabilities
Holders of a disabled parking permit can park for free or at a discounted rate in Portorož & Piran.
In Piran, an 80% discount on parking fees is offered in the Arze Garage. In Portorož, parking is free in all public disabled parking spaces (marked in yellow), as well as in other paid public spaces (marked in blue).
Unauthorized parking
If you parked improperly and received a notice on your vehicle, you can settle the payment at any Pošta Slovenije branch, at bank branches, or through your online banking (using a UPN payment).
If the notice was issued due to unpaid parking fees at public parking areas in the Municipality of Piran, the responsible authority for inquiries is the Public Company Okolje Piran. If the notice was issued due to illegal parking, the responsible authority is the Intermunicipal Administration of Istria.
