Illegally parked vehicles get tickets very quickly and may be towed away. A red curb means no parking. A green curb means parking for a very limited time. A white curb is for loading and unloading passengers only. Parking is generally available in lots or garages.
Prices vary widely.
Many restaurants offer valet parking for a nominal fee. Freeways Freeways going east and west have even numbers, and north-south roads have odd numbers. Most freeways have a name, as well as a number. Ask for both when you're getting directions. Call boxes with free phones are placed every half mile along the freeways for emergencies.