Welcome! This page provides all the information you need about parking options for visitors and departments hosting guests at the J.J. Pickle Research Campus (PRC) and West Pickle Research Building (WPR).
UT faculty, staff, or students looking for parking info?
See the PRC & WPR Parking page for information about permit options and daily passes.
Visitor Parking
Visitors to PRC and WPR must purchase a daily permit.
- Where to Purchase: Pay & Display kiosks (see map)
- Cost: $6 per day
- Where to Park: Longhorn Lots and spaces available to "Any UT Permit" at PRC and WPR (see map)
Note:
Pay & Display kiosks accept credit cards; some also accept cash.
The maximum parking duration at PRC is 14 consecutive days with a valid Pay & Display receipt.
Departmental Guest Parking
Departments welcoming guests to PRC or WPR can coordinate parking in advance to help create a smooth, positive experience for their visitors.
One-Day Visitor Permits
Departments may purchase one-day visitor permits for $6 each. To order:
- Complete the Visitor Scratch-off Permit Request Form and email it to pts-adminrequests@utexas.edu.
- Include your department’s Interdepartmental Transfer (IDT) number and quantity needed.
- Pick up scratch-off permits at the Trinity Garage cashier’s office.
- Distribute permits to visitors upon arrival; visitors do not need to stop at guard kiosks.
Multiple-Day Visitor Permits
For guests staying multiple days, submit the Event Parking Request Form for approval. After approval, departments will receive instructions and billing information. Multiple-day permits are distributed by departments upon guest arrival.