Baker Street Station luggage storage

About Baker Street Station

Baker Street Station is an underground tube station located in Westminster, London. Baker Street is in Zone 1, right at the heart of the city, and is just a short walk from many of London's best sights, including Madame Tussauds, Hyde Park, and Big Ben. Baker Street Station's central location makes it a convenient and secure place to store your luggage while exploring the city. 

Baker Street Station was constructed in the 1860s by the Metropolitan District Railway, who wanted to build an inner ring of underground tube stops that would provide easy access to the center of London. The station was opened in 1864 and was part of the world's first underground railway system. While the tube service started modestly, several lines were eventually added to Baker Street Station, due to the ever-increasing size of London and high demand for reaching the city's commercial districts.

Baker Street Station offers a few basic amenities, including WiFi, bathrooms, and cash machines, meaning there isn't much to do at the station other than wait around. If you're in the area for a short while and you're looking for something to do, you'll find several famous attractions and top-notch eateries located within ten minutes of the station. 

Things to do near Baker Street Station

As mentioned, there are many superb attractions to check out near Baker Street Station, so leave your bags at a Bounce luggage storage spot, and discover some of the best sights in London.

• Madame Tussauds - Located a two-minute walk from the station, you'll undoubtedly want to visit London's world-famous wax museum. Featuring hundreds of amazing wax sculptures depicting celebrities, fictional characters, and even politicians, you'll have loads of fun posing for pics with Ed Sheeran, Prince Harry, and The Rock. 
• The Sherlock Holmes Museum - Just down the road is 221B Baker Street, the residence of famous fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. Transformed into a museum, this townhouse contains Sherlock's study, bedroom, and even Watson's quarters. 
• Regent's Park -  A couple of blocks away is one of London's four Royal Parks. Regent's Park covers over 300 acres of lush greenery, complete with Queen Mary's Garden, which is filled with over 10,000 roses. Regent's Park is perfect for anyone looking to escape London's busy streets for a few hours. 
• London Zoo - Located on the far side of Regent's Park is London Zoo. London Zoo is one of the largest in the UK, with over 600 species on display, including gorillas, Komodo dragons, and giraffes,
• Nearby Restaurants - If you feel peckish, there are dozens of restaurants near Baker Street Station. If you're in a hurry, head to Nando's or Chipotle, or book a table at Briciole or The Nash Lounge for a top-quality dining experience.

Transit Options at Baker Street Station

• Tube Lines: Bakerloo, Hammersmith & City, Jubilee, Metropolitan
• London Bus (13, 113, 139, 189, 274)
• Santander Bicycles
• Taxi Rank

Luggage Storage at Baker Street Station

The area surrounding Baker Street is one of the busiest in London, with crowds of people taking up every inch of space on the sidewalks. It won't be long before you're looking for somewhere to leave your belongings with so many great excursions mixed with these hectic streets. Bounce luggage storage services are some of the most secure in the city. With many storage options located close to major attractions, you won't have to go out of your way to drop off and pick up your bags, leaving you free to explore the heart of London without being weighed down.

Activities and Attractions near Baker Street Station

• Hyde Park - Hyde Park is the largest of London's Royal Parks and is one of the most famous parks in the UK. With over 350 acres of lakes, fields, and woodlands to explore, Hyde Park is the perfect location for tourists looking to relax. Hyde Park is excellent for birdwatching, with several rare species spotted recently, including buzzards, black swans, and Egyptian geese. With such a large area to explore, make sure you stop by a Bounce luggage storage service first, located around the edge of the park.
• The National Gallery - London's National Gallery contains one of the best art collections in the country. With over 2,000 works in its holdings, the National Gallery features paintings by world-renowned artists including da Vinci, van Gogh, and Vermeer. There's lots to see at the National Gallery, so make sure to drop off your bags at one of several storage locations so you won't be weighed down by your belongings. 
• Westminster Abbey - Westminster Abbey is one of the most famous churches in England, having hosted Royal Coronations for nearly 1,000 years. Visitors from around the world come to admire the church's stunning Gothic architecture and pay their respects at the shrines dedicated to Anglo-Saxon saints. 
• Big Ben - Perched overlooking the Thames is one of England's most iconic landmarks, Big Ben. This giant clock tower stands at over 300 feet tall and has been a staple of London's skyline for over 150 years. Make sure you head to Westminster Bridge, so you can snap a selfie with this historic structure.
• The British Museum - London boasts dozens of superb museums, and one of the best is the British Museum. You'll discover thousands of years of British history here, from what London looked like during Roman times, to Medieval artifacts, including crude weaponry and pottery. Suitcases are prohibited here, so make sure you drop your bags at a Bounce Luggage storage spot beforehand.
• Buckingham Palace - Fancy exploring one of the Queen's lavish homes? Head for Buckingham Palace. Visitors are allowed to tour several rooms in the palace, including The Throne Room, The White Drawing Room, The Picture Gallery, and more. Your guide will explain the history of each room and give you information on the ornate decorations loaded into this extravagant palace. You're not allowed to bring large bags on the tour, so store your luggage with Bounce first.