Luggage storage Matosinhos

Store your luggage around Matosinhos with Bounce 

If you’re visiting Porto and want to explore up the coast, Matosinhos is one of the coolest beach towns to enjoy some fresh sea air and friendly Portuguese culture. Less than 30 minutes from downtown Porto, Matosinhos is the perfect day trip or destination for a relaxed vacation on the beach. Matisonhos is one of the more prominent cruise terminals in the Porto area, which brings more tourists and bustle to the town’s waterfront.  

It’s close enough to the city center that you can get back and forth to Porto’s many amazing attractions, museums, landmarks, and cultural offerings. While Porto is one of the best cities in Europe to eat through, the restaurant scene in Matosinhos is not to be missed. 

Luggage storage in Matosinhos

Finding baggage storage in Matosinhos can go a long way to making your trip more enjoyable, especially on travel days. The best luggage storage option in Matosinhos is easily Bounce, and we have dozens of locations around Porto and the surrounding cities. 

Unlike train station lockers, Bounce’s luggage storage facilities have friendly attendants, and customers enjoy 24/7 support from a responsive and very dedicated team. You can book on an intuitive mobile app, and there is flexible per-day pricing and compatibility (Bounce has an “if we can lift it, we can store it” policy). Storage facilities are thoroughly vetted, and the BounceShield guarantee ensures quality of service. 

Matosinhos city guide 

Top things to do in Matosinhos

If you’re into surfing, kitesurfing, fishing, or just love the beach, Matisinhos will be the perfect getaway. Portuguese seafood is famous for a reason, and (especially for a town of its size) Matisonhos has an impressive restaurant scene. 

Being a European city, there’s plenty of history to unpack on a rainy day or if you need a break from the sun. There’s the iconic Senhor de Matosinhos Church and a fish market to walk through. It’s also close enough that an excursion into Porto is achievable in the afternoon. 

You can pack a lot into a few days in Matosinhos. Here are a few ideas for where to start: 

Museums in Matosinhos

Igreja Paroquial do Senhor Bom Jesus de Matosinhos

The home of Matosinhos’ iconic Feast of São João, this Baroque church is the most prominent historical and religious landmark. The ornate facade is a stunning example of Portugal's distinctive brand of Baroque architecture, and its interior is a delight to tour. 

Museu Nacional Soares dos Reis (in Porto) 

Housed in the 19th-century architectural wonder, the Palace of the Carrancas, this fine arts museum is one of the best places in the country to learn about Portuguese art, and it’s one of the best attractions in Porto. You’ll find paintings from Vasco Fernandes, Henrique Pousão, and Soares dos Reis (dubbed the Portuguese Michelangelo). With incredible scenery and a stunning setting, you don’t have to be an art history major to appreciate this gem.      

Fort of São Francisco Xavier

If you have a free afternoon, take a quick drive to Dox do Douro to check out this impressive 17th-century fortress. Originally built to defend the coastline surrounding Porto, the Forte de São Francisco Xavier is perched atop a craggy outcrop of land overlooking the town’s harbor. You can tour the grounds and even explore the ramparts, watchtowers, and drawbridge, and the views of the ocean and shoreline are incredible. Inside the stone fortress is a small museum that features the weaponry and technology used in manning the fort. It’s the perfect place to bring the kids, and dorky Game of Thrones-obsessed travelers love it! 

If you find yourself with your luggage in Matosinhos and want to explore the landmarks and museums for a few hours, you’ll want to find a reliable service. Matisonhos has a few luggage storage options, but Bounce is easily the best, with reliable facilities and convenient locations near the best sights in town

Shopping in Matosinhos

Matosinhos Market 

It seems that just about everything in Matosinhos is based around seafood (see restaurants below), and that’s at least partially true. While there are a few local shops along the promenade, the most prominent shopping destination in Matosinhos is its historic seafood market along Rua França Júnior. The location itself is fantastic, with a beautiful white curved pavilion that dates back to 1944. If you’re staying in a hotel, it’s unlikely you’ll have much use for the piles of freshly caught seafood, but it’s a joy to stroll through, and you might even run into some of the chefs and restaurateurs making deals for that night’s dinner…

Day trip to Porto city center

Just a short drive from Matosinhos, Porto's city center is situated within a 30-minute drive or train ride from Matisonhos, and this UNESCO World Heritage Site is brimming with historic landmarks and plenty of stellar shopping streets. After sightseeing at the iconic double-deck Dom Luís I Bridge or the Clerigos Tower, you can explore the Ribeira District or Rua de Santa Catarina. Whether you’re looking for international designer brands or just want to pop into a few local shops for a souvenir, the historic parts of Porto will have what you’re looking for. 

Porto’s Centro Comercial Via Catarina

With over 80 shops across four floors of prime retail space, the Via Catarina Shopping Center is the largest mall in Porto, and it’s conveniently situated in the city center on the historic Rua de Santa Catarina. This mall may lack the charms of historic shopping destinations in Porto’s Old Town, but it’s far more charming than its American counterparts. You’ll also find everything you’ll need, from the ubiquitous Levi’s or H&M and even some domestic brands like Sabores do Porto. There’s something for every price point.

Instead of lugging the bags around a mall or trendy neighborhood, you can store luggage at a convenient location while you shop around. You can book luggage storage on the go with Bounce at locations near the best retail districts, train stations, and landmarks. We're reliable, secure, and friendly, unlike many other left luggage services. 

Restaurants in Matosinhos

O Gaveto

Fair warning: anyone averse to seafood will have a difficult time dining through Porto’s coastline because traditional Portuguese marisqueiras (or seafood restaurants) are plentiful and almost always the best dining option. The oldest restaurant in Matosinhos is situated on the historic Rua Roberto Ivens (a delightful street you’ll want to stroll down) and hasn’t changed much in the past few decades. Everything from the folksy decor to the mostly local clientele has been preserved to keep this beloved institution going. Everything is based on what bounty the Atlantic Ocean has bestowed upon Porto. Shellfish, rock lobster, barnacles (we’re not kidding), and catch-of-the-day are all prepared with distinctive Portuguese flavors. The best day to hit O Gaveto has to be Sunday, when the traditional bacalhau à Zé do Pipo (salt cod baked in a mayonnaise-based crust) is on offer. There are frequent seasonal dishes based entirely on what catches the local fishermen can bring in. 

Casa Serrao

The most renowned restaurant in Matosinhos is this traditional seafood restaurant that gets the details right in terms of atmosphere and authenticity and then wows you with incredible flavors packed into simple dishes. The sardines are famous for a reason and are the ideal snack to share with a bottle of Portuguese green wine before getting into perfectly grilled sea bass. 

Casa de Chá da Boa Nova

Located just north of Matosinhos in nearby Leça da Palmeira, this restaurant is set in a building designed by an award-winning architect. While the house is gorgeous, you’ll be distracted by the stunning views of the Atlantic and coastline. You’ll certainly want to make a reservation well ahead of time, as Casa de Chá da Boa Nova has been awarded two Michelin Stars for its menu of traditional Portuguese seafood and delightful ambiance. The simple catch-of-the-day served alongside garlicky potatoes and fava beans may seem a little basic, but the flavors these chefs create will leave a lasting impression. This is a true dining destination.

Lugging the bags to dinner is hardly ideal; luckily, you’ll be able to find a place to stash the bags in Matosinhos. Bounce is perfect for when you need to store your luggage on the go. Our easy-to-use mobile app makes it a breeze to find a storage spot near the restaurant.

Conclusion 

The best luggage storage Matosinhos has are Bounce’s many locations in this great beach getaway and neighboring cities like Porto, Barreiro, and Aveiro. Bounce has put together useful travel guides for each of these, so you can put together quite the itinerary. If you’re planning a trip to Portugal's epic coastline, Bounce is certainly the ideal place to store your bags.