Parking at Sanssouci Palace

One ticket for Sanssouci Palace and all highlights in Sanssouci Park – no waiting times.

Discover convenient parking options near Sanssouci Palace. Here you will find detailed information about parking facilities around Sanssouci Park and Sanssouci Palace, including prices and capacities.

Although we recommend arriving by public transport or on foot, we understand that travelling by car is sometimes unavoidable. Looking for the most affordable and secure parking in Potsdam? Here are the key details.

Parking at Sanssouci Palace and Sanssouci Park

Several parking options are available around Sanssouci Park and the palace. The city of Potsdam offers approximately 13 multi-storey car parks and underground garages, providing more than 2,500 parking spaces in total. A city-wide parking guidance system helps visitors find available spaces.

Parking Costs

Free parking in Potsdam is very rare, especially in the city centre. Most spaces are reserved for residents or require a parking ticket. Prices vary depending on location. We recommend checking current rates and availability before your trip.

Security & Additional Services

Most car parks are monitored and provide a high level of security. This also applies to parking facilities near Sanssouci Park and Sanssouci Palace. Multi-storey garages additionally protect vehicles from weather conditions.

Additional services may include:

  • Video surveillance
  • Electric vehicle charging stations
  • Elevators
  • Restrooms
  • Accessible parking spaces
  • Women’s or family parking spaces

Services vary by provider, so please check directly with the operator.

Selected Parking Options Near Sanssouci Palace

If you are planning to visit Sanssouci Palace or Sanssouci Park, you may use the parking garages and parking lots listed below. We also recommend purchasing your palace tickets online in advance.

Please check directly with the respective provider before your arrival, as details may change. The information provided reflects the status as of October 2024. Prices generally refer to daily rates. All information is subject to change and provided without guarantee.

Park Sanssouci P1 – Historic Windmill

Address

Zur Historischen Mühle 1, 14469 Potsdam

Monitored, managed parking lot directly behind Sanssouci Palace near the Historic Windmill and approximately 5 minutes on foot from Krongut Bornstedt. Well connected to public transport and equipped with EV charging stations. Operator: Prussian Palaces and Gardens Foundation Berlin-Brandenburg.

  • Capacity: 169 spaces (including 30 for buses and motorhomes)
  • Open: 24 hours

Prices

May 2025

Short-term parking duration 15 minutes free
Base rate € 3
first hour, € 2 each additional hour
Daily rate € 15
Night rate € 3
(7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.)

CONTIPARK Underground Garage – Luisenplatz

Address

Luisenplatz, 14471 Potsdam

  • Capacity: 213 spaces
  • Open 24 hours

Prices

June 2025

Short-term parking duration no
Base rate € 3,50
from the first hour; €2 per hour with Pcard
Daily rate € 18
Night rate no

The following parking facilities are located slightly farther away, but Sanssouci Palace is still easily accessible on foot.

Werner-Alfred-Bad (Underground Garage)

Address

Hegelallee 23, 14467 Potsdam

  • Capacity: 47 spaces

Prices

October 2024

Short-term parking duration Up to 20 minutes free
Base rate €0.50 per 20 minutes
Daily rate no
Night rate no

Sanssouci P2 - Voltaireweg

Address

Voltaireweg 12, 14469 Potsdam

Unmonitored parking with ticket machine, approx. 10–15 minutes on foot to Sanssouci Palace. Integrated into the city’s parking guidance system.
 
  • Capacity: 170 spaces

Prices

May 2025

Short-term parking duration no
Base rate €0.50 per 20 minutes
Daily rate no
Night rate no

PARK ONE Multi-Storey Car Park – Karstadt Zentrum

Address

Hegelallee 6-10, 14467 Potsdam

Monitored garage (max. height 2.00 m). Close to tram and bus connections, Brandenburger Straße, and the Dutch Quarter.
 
  • Capacity: 470 spaces

Prices

May 2025

Short-term parking duration no
Base rate € 3.50 per hour
Daily rate € 35
Monthly rate € 160
Night rate no

Park Sanssouci P3 Am Neuen Palais

Address

Am Neuen Palais 8, 14469 Potsdam

Monitored parking directly at the New Palace with bus and motorhome spaces. Approx. 10-minute walk to the railway station. Operator: Prussian Palaces and Gardens Foundation Berlin-Brandenburg.

  • Capacity: 189 spaces

Prices

May 2025

Short-term parking duration 15 minutes free
Base rate € 3 per hour
first hour, €2 each additional hour
Daily rate € 15
Monthly rate no
Night rate € 3
(7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.)

Parking Lot Am Krongut

Address

Potsdamer Straße 196, 14469 Potsdam

  • Capacity: 240 spaces

Preise

Stand Mai 2025

Short-term parking duration no
Cars Base rate € 1 per hour
Cars €2 each additional hour
Buses/motorhomes € 2 first hour
Daily rate € 5
Cars
Daily rate € 10
(buses/motorhomes)

For an overview of current availability and updated pricing, you may also consult online parking platforms such as Parkopedia or ParkingList.

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