North City is a part of San Marcos, in beautiful Southern California.
We’re located along the Highway 78 corridor and Twin Oaks Valley Road, within walking distance of the Sprinter Station for commuter trains and easy access to Amtrak and Coaster rail options.
North City is on the doorstep of CSUSM, and just down the street from Kaiser Hospital.
7 days a week: Free limited parking
Parking Validation is available at North City businesses for additional free parking hours. Please review and follow parking kiosk rules at entry.
Mon – Fri – Retail Parking Rules
Level 1-2: 90 min from 5am to 6pm, then no time limit until 2am.
Level 2-6: No Parking (CSUSM only) from 5am to 6pm, then no time limit until 2am.
Sat & Sun – Retail Parking Rules
Level 1-2: 90 min from 5am to 6pm, then no time limit until 2am.
Level 2-6: No time limit from 5am to 2am.
Looking for a place to stay while you visit? Located half a mile to the north, Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos is a leisurely stroll from North City.