Luggage Storage Downtown Montréal

About Downtown Montréal

Some say that downtown Montréal is the true heart of the city and is an absolute must-see when visiting Montréal. This busy hub of activity is home to McGill and Concordia Universities, as well as multiple office complexes and shopping centers. Spend an afternoon walking through downtown and marvel at the new buildings seamlessly mixing with the old city buildings creating an eclectic skyline that only Montréal can pull off. Often called Centre-Ville de Montréal, downtown Montréal is home to the McCord Museum, the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts, and Chinatown with its ornate Chinese gates, authentic shops, and eateries. 

Head down Crescent Street and check out the many bars. Sign up for a pub crawl to enjoy some of the microbrews offered at many of the bars along this street. Stroll along Rue Sainte-Catherine and enjoy window shopping or browsing the racks at some small boutiques, chain stores, and malls. Be sure to spend some time in the Underground City, a network of pedestrian walkways that easily take you through the city. There are over 1,700 different businesses located along these walkways, creating an underground city. There are 155 different street entrances from the underground city, making it easily accessible. 

Fun Fact: Unlike Toronto, Montréal does not have an overabundance of skyscrapers. There is a law in place that prohibits a building from being taller than Mount Royal, so the skyline preserves the aesthetically pleasing view of the mountain. 

Things to do Near Downtown Montréal

Montréal is a fun and exciting city to visit with so much to see and do. Downtown Montréal is filled with fantastic attractions, shopping districts, and office complexes. You can easily spend days wandering through the different neighborhoods that make up downtown Montréal and still not see everything offered. Bounce has come up with a list to get you started on your downtown Montréal adventure:

• Spend time at St. Jax Montréal and watch the Le Monastère, an amazing circus-style acrobatics show
• Head to the enchanted forest that is Soubois, an underground supper club offering a delicious menu and hopping entertainment including a large tree in the middle of the dance floor
• Come to high tea at the Ritz-Carlton’s Palm Court, enjoy delicious tea and an assortment of canapés, pastries, and scones
• Take a tour of the museums in downtown Montréal including the Musée des beaux-arts de Montréal and the McCord Museum
• Discover the Underground City and spend the day shopping, dining, and exploring this underground world that lies just beneath the surface of downtown Montréal
• Tour some of the most majestic churches in Montréal including Christ Church Cathedral, St. James United Church, and Mary Queen of the World Cathedral, the seat of the archdiocese
• Downtown Montréal is home to some interesting urban parks where you can get out to stretch your legs and breathe in the fresh, crisp air 

Transit Options In or Near Downtown Montréal

• Montréal Metro
• Taxi
• RideShare
• Bus

Luggage Storage Near Downtown Montréal

Don’t expect the crowds to part and make way for you and your luggage as you stroll through the crowded streets of downtown Montréal. You will find that carrying large bags or pulling suitcases behind you is a hindrance. Doing so may earn you some rather baleful glances from others trying to walk through downtown. Many attractions, including museums and galleries, do not allow large bags inside, leaving you unable to fully explore places. Lighten your load by using the Bounce app to find a convenient location nearby where you can leave your belongings.

Luggage Storage Options Near Downtown Montréal

Downtown Montréal is filled with locals and tourists, each trying to rush to their next appointment or attraction. With things located close together in the downtown neighborhoods, you will be doing a lot of walking as you explore everything around you. Traversing an escalator in the subway or browsing a boutique is easier hands-free. Leave your bags at a Bounce location so you can easily move through the crowds in downtown Montréal. 

Luggage Storage Near Grévin Wax Museum

Located on the fifth floor of the Eaton Centre in downtown Montréal, the Grévin Wax Museum is a unique place to visit. Stroll through the museum, and snap some selfies with the life-like figures. Learn more about each celebrity as you walk through and enjoy a pastry or two created by famed pastry chef Christian Faure. The walk to the museum from the escalators in the Eaton Centre is a little quirky. The darkened hallway leading into the Grévin Wax Museum lends a bit of extra ambiance and gives your eyes a chance to adjust to the softer lighting inside the museum. As soon as you enter the museum, you are treated to a light show, giving you time to snap some amazing photos of the figures. Each wax figure has an audio recording detailing the celebrity’s claim to fame. Check out the wax hockey players skating in the ice rink and the ballroom where elegant figures dance the night away. Stop by the gift shop on your way out for a souvenir or two. Drop your bags at a Bounce location before getting to the wax museum. 

Luggage Storage Near Redpath Museum

This natural science museum is located on the McGill University downtown campus and offers an assortment of rather odd curiosities ranging from shrunken heads to mummies and dinosaur bones. The Redpath Museum was a gift to McGill University from Peter Redpath, a sugar baron, and was completed in 1882. While the layout of the exhibits may seem a bit helter-skelter, each exhibit has a purpose in portraying the natural history of not only Montréal but the entire world. Gawk at giant crabs and dinosaur skeletons and learn about the mummification process used in ancient Egypt. Spend the day wandering through the museum on your own learning about the various cultures and time periods or ask for a student guide to lead you through the various exhibits. There will be plenty to catch your interest while you explore the Redpath Museum. Large bags and backpacks are not allowed in the museum, look for a Bounce location around the corner to stow your things while inside. 

Luggage Storage Near Observatoire Place Ville Marie

One of the best observation decks in Montréal, the Observatoire Place Ville Marie is 607 feet about the street level in downtown Montréal and offers fantastic views of the entire city. Snap some panoramic views of the skyline for your social media followers. The observation deck is located on the 46th floor of the shopping mall, Place Ville Marie. The building is also home to several different professional offices and is directly connected to the Underground City. Take the time to enjoy the interactive exhibits detailing different landmarks in Montréal that are viewable from the observation deck. While here, sit down to a leisurely meal on the terrace of Les Enfants Terribles. The Observatoire Place Ville Marie does become crowded throughout the day, so you do not want to bring along bulky bags or backpacks. Use the Bounce app to find a location to drop your things before entering the Place Ville Marie for an afternoon of fun.