Where to store luggage in Porto and Gaia
Where to store luggage in Porto and Gaia
Traveling through Porto and Gaia is an unforgettable experience, but dragging luggage around can be inconvenient. If you’re looking for practical options to store your luggage before check-in or after check-out, here are some suggestions that can help.
Practical solutions for your luggage before and after your stay
Bounce
Bounce offers a practical and economical solution for luggage storage in Porto. With a network of partner locations such as cafes, shops, and hotels, travelers can leave their bags at strategic points throughout the city. Booking is done online, making it easy and quick, with an approximate cost of €5/day per bag.
City Lockers
City Lockers provides several convenient locations in Porto for luggage storage in secure and easy-to-use lockers:
Trindade Metro Station: Offers both lockers and a luggage storage shop, with extended hours. This station is the main connection point for the Porto Metro and other types of transportation, making it likely to be on your route.
Hard Club – Mercado Ferreira Borges: Located 5 minutes from the Bruval Premium Apartments Sé Porto and the Ribeira, this luggage storage shop is open from 09:00 to 19:00, accepting payments in coins and notes.
Saba Clérigos Parking Lot: Available 24 hours a day, just 5 minutes from São Bento Metro Station.
Bolhão Metro Station: A short walk from Trindade, open from 06:00 to 01:00, with lockers paid in coins and notes.
Aliados Metro Station: Also a few minutes from Trindade, this station is open from 06:00 to 01:00, with lockers available on a first-come, first-served basis.
24 de Agosto Metro Station: Two stations away from Trindade, operating from 06:00 to 01:00, with payments in coins and notes.
LuggageHero
LuggageHero is a popular service that allows you to leave your bags at various locations throughout the city. Travelers can choose a drop-off point near where they are, whether in a café, hotel, or partner shop. Prices range from €1.19/hour to €5.40/day per bag.
Useful tips for storing luggage
Book Online: Many services allow online reservations, ensuring that there is a space available when you arrive. Booking online can be particularly advantageous, as prices for advance reservations are better, and walk-in rates may be higher.
Security: Always check if the storage location has adequate security measures to protect your bags. Some companies offer insurance in case something happens.
Location: Choose a location that is convenient for your itinerary. Being near transportation stations or major tourist attractions is always a good option.
