Where can I store my luggage in New York?

New York is a fascinating place to visit. Thanks to its diverse population, the city is full of exciting things to see and do. However, sightseeing in NYC can be impossible when you’re stuck dragging heavy luggage around. Let’s look at some options for luggage lockers and storage facilities around Manhattan’s top attractions.

Empire State Building

The Empire State Building proudly calls itself The World’s Most Famous Building. A trip to the Art Deco architectural wonder is a must for first-time visitors to the city. Large backpacks, suitcases, and carry-on luggage are prohibited. Schwartz offers luggage storage for $10/day on the ground floor of its office at 357 West 37th Street.

Find luggage storage near the Empire State Building for only $6/day!

The Statue of Liberty

A trip to New York can’t be complete without a trip to the top of the Statue of Liberty. Even if it were permitted, no one could climb the narrow stairs while carrying luggage. 

Visitors must pass two screening areas before entering the monument. There are no luggage facilities at the first screening point. The second screening point offers small storage lockers for $.25 for 2 hours. If you’re carrying large bags or prohibited items, you’ll need to secure luggage storage before reaching the first security checkpoint.

Stasher offers luggage storage near the Statue of Liberty for only $6/day!

Central Park

Whether you plan to engage in sports, enjoy a picnic, or simply stroll around, you won’t want to be saddled with bulky luggage. There are no official storage facilities inside Central Park. Visitors to Wollman and Lasker rinks can rent small lockers during skating sessions. The rinks suggest that you bring your own padlock.

Find luggage storage near Central Park for only $6/day!

Times Square

Times Square is one of the busiest places on the globe. Hauling baggage around New York’s most famous square will really cramp your style. Both Schwartz and CBH offer luggage storage near Times Square for $10/day. Size restrictions apply.

Find luggage storage near Times Square for only $6/day!

Rockefeller Center

There’s nothing like Christmas at the skating rink at Rockefeller Center, and the view from the Top of the Rock is incredible any time of year. The only lockers at the center are reserved for rink season pass holders. You can store your bags at either Schwartz or CBH for $10/day.

Stasher offers luggage storage near Rockefeller Center for only $6/day!

Madison Square Garden

If you have a long layover in New York, you might have just enough time to take in a game or a show at Madison Square Garden. But it’ll be tough if you’re loaded down with luggage. The venue has no luggage storage facilities, and management strongly discourages visitors from bringing large bags and backpacks. Schwartz offers luggage storage nearby for $10/day.

Find luggage storage near Madison Square Garden for only $6/day!

Find Free Luggage Storage in NYC

Very little, if anything, is free in the Big Apple. Many places won’t allow people to use their restrooms without purchasing something. So finding a kindly shop owner that will let you leave bags and suitcases free of charge may be more challenging than locating that proverbial needle in the haystack. Besides, while New Yorkers are lovely people, it’s a big city that’s full of scams — and you should be leery of turning over your belongings to a stranger for free.

All that said, if you only have a small backpack or carry-on bag, you may have a couple of safe options.

1. Museums: If you’re going to a museum, they may check small bags for free. After all, they don’t want guests lugging stuff through galleries and exhibition spaces. So it’s a win-win. 
2. Hotels: Hotels will usually hold onto guests’ luggage at the check-in desk before or after checkout for up to 12 hours. Click here for more tips on scoring free luggage storage from hotels and hostels.
3. Bellhops: For a big enough tip, bellhops may agree to watch your belongings for a few hours — even if you’re not staying at the hotel. However, it’s a precarious plan, as the person may leave work before you return, and you won’t have a formal agreement to prove anything if something goes awry. Bluntly speaking, it’s a crapshoot. Everything works out eight times out of ten, but do you want to risk being the two times it doesn’t?

Why Choose Stasher to Store Your Bags in New York

Over 20,000 customers agree: Stasher is the best luggage storage service in New York City. Not only is it significantly less expensive than other options, but also:

• We’ve been in business for a long time throughout Europe and understand how to run a seamless luggage storage operation in a bustling metropolis.
• Stasher insures every item for up to $1,000. If you drop off three suitcases, that’s $3,000 worth of total protection.
• Our StashPoints are conveniently located, which means you won’t be running all over town to fetch your things. 
• We’re award winners! Stasher takes luggage storage so seriously we’ve earned travel industry accolades for our efforts. 
• Our customer service reps are available 24/7. And no, you won’t have to deal with a bot. A real person will be by your side, advocating on your behalf, until the issue is resolved.

Places and Companies that Offer Baggage Storage in NYC

New York City is an international travel hub, yet luggage lockers aren’t as readily available as they are in other large urban centers.

The following train terminals have luggage lockers, but availability is limited. Moreover, your stuff may not be insured, and the locker dimensions may not fit your belongings.

• Penn Station
• Grand Central Station
• Port Authority Bus Terminal
• JFK Airport
• Newark Airport

Other luggage storage companies in New York include:

1. CityCoPilot: They only have two locations in Times Square and the Lower East Side and charge about $10 per bag. It’s not clear if they offer insurance.
2. Schwartz Luggage and Storage: Schwartz maintains two midtown locations, but you can only leave your bags for 2.5 hours.
3. CBH Luggage Storage: CBH’s one location is near (not in) the theatre district. You pay a flat fee of $8 to $10 a bag, plus $2.50 for every hour it’s stored.
4. LuggageKeeper: A Hell’s Kitchen option, LuggageKeeper charges between $7 and $10 a day, depending on the size of the bag. 

Luggage Storage Near Me in New York

We frequently field the question: Where can I find luggage storage near me in New York City? You can quickly find out by using our “near me now” feature of geo-located options. The Big Apple is crawling with StashPoints, so you shouldn’t have a problem finding a luggage storage spot near you.