Civic Park: Walnut Creek's Community Heart

Getting There

• Walking

  From downtown Walnut Creek, Civic Park is easily accessible on foot. Head east on Civic Drive from North Main Street; the park will be on your right. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes, depending on your starting point in downtown.

• Public Transport

  Several bus lines serve the area around Civic Park. The nearest bus stop is N Main St and Civic Dr, which is a short walk to the park. BART also provides service to Walnut Creek; from the Walnut Creek BART station, you can take a short bus ride or walk to the park. A short ride on the bus will cost around $2.50.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Walnut Creek. A short taxi ride from downtown to Civic Park will typically cost between $10 and $15. Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on demand and time of day.

• Parking

  If driving, enter the park parking lot via Civic Drive. Parking is free, but the lot is small and can fill up quickly, especially on weekends. Alternative parking is available in nearby city garages such as the Broadway Parking Garage, South Locust Street Parking Garage, and the Lesher Center Garage. These garages charge hourly rates, typically around $1.25 per hour, with the first hour free. The Civic Plaza Garage is another option, with hourly rates and a daily maximum of $15. Metered street parking is also available, with rates of $1-$2 per hour and time limits.