Statue of Liberty luggage storage

About Statue of Liberty 

The Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island in New York was a gift from the people of France in 1886 and was designed by Frederic Auguste Bartholdi. The 305-foot copper statue is a figure of Libertas, who was the Goddess of Liberty. She is holding a tabula ansata (tablet) in her left hand and a torch in her right hand. The tablet is inscribed with July 4, 1776, which was the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.

Today, the Statue of Liberty is on what is called Liberty Island in the middle of the New York Harbor. It is part of the National Park that includes Ellis Island as well as the Statue of Liberty Museum and the Ellis Island Museum of Immigration. Because it is only accessible by ferry, you will have to purchase a ticket to ride the ferry to one of the islands. Ellis Island is a historical site opened in 1892 as an immigration station. It was the gateway to America for millions of immigrants arriving from all over the world. 

Fun Fact: Bartholdi modeled the face of Lady Liberty after his mother, Augusta. 

Things to do in Statue of Liberty 

There is a lot to do at the Statue of Liberty, whether you want to climb to the top of the crown, learn about the history of the islands at the museums, or check out the pedestal. The ferry trip alone is quite an experience on its own. Be sure to grab your camera from your luggage before dropping it off at a Bounce partner on the way. 

• Check out the Statue of Liberty Museum. Opened in 2019, the 26,000-square foot building has three galleries with interactive displays. 
• Let the park ranger take you on a guided tour to find out why and how the statue was built, those who helped construct Lady Liberty, the island’s history, and the restoration projects.
• Take a walk up 162 steps to Lady Liberty’s crown, where you can see New York like you have never seen it before. From about 200 feet in the air. 
• Just visiting the pedestal at the base of the Statue of Liberty is an insightful activity. See some amazing views of the New York Harbor from about 200 feet up through the pedestal windows. 
• Learn more about the Statue of Liberty’s history at the Information Center. 
• Explore the Ellis Island Museum. The first floor is the baggage room where you can see exhibits. The second floor is the registry room where you can see exactly what it looked like to the thousands of immigrants who passed through. The third floor is the dormitories where immigrants slept. 
• Explore Ellis Island. Look at the manifests of those who immigrated into America through the island. See if any of your family is there. 
• Take a guided tour to learn detailed information about Ellis Island and the facilities. The 40-minute tour takes you through the entire museum and gives you the highlights of each floor. 

Transit Options Near Statue of Liberty 

• Ferry from Castle Clinton National Monument
• R Train at Whitehall Street
• Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to Liberty State Park

Luggage Storage Near Statue of Liberty

You are not allowed to bring any luggage to either island, so you will have to leave your bags somewhere else. Fortunately, Bounce has plenty of partners in the area, happy to keep your belongings safe while you enjoy your visit. Download the Bounce app and find our closest location to drop your bags.

Luggage Storage Options Near Statue of Liberty 

• Central Park Zoo: In the middle of Central Park by East 65th Street, this zoo has seven different exhibits to explore. The snow leopard exhibit features several snow leopards in their own habitat. The sea lion pool has sea lions swimming lazily in a large pond. The grizzly bear overlook has a bunch of grizzlies that were too comfortable with people to stay in the wild. And on it goes. Bounce will watch your luggage while you enjoy.
• Intrepid Museum: On Pier 86, find a sea, air, and space museum with all kinds of exhibits. Visit the Aircraft Carrier Intrepid, Space Shuttle Pavilion, Submarine Growler, and a British Airways Concorde. Try one of the simulators to get the experience of flying a supersonic jet.
• Empire State Building: The Empire State Building can be seen from anywhere in the city, but you can find it easier if you know that it is on West 34th Street. This famous building has been seen in many movies over the years, but seeing it in person is a unique experience. 
• Skyscape: Venture to Skyscape for fun ways to test your puzzle and spy skills. The 60,000 square foot building has experiences like you cannot get anywhere else. Test yourself to see if you can be a successful spy. But don’t bring your luggage. Spies don’t have luggage. Drop them at a Bounce location on your way. 
• Columbus Circle: At the main entrance of Central Park, Columbus Circle is the perfect place to shop, eat, and entertain yourself for hours. They have over 50 retail shops like Coach, Sephora, and Hugo Boss. Leave your luggage with one of our Bounce affiliates, so you have your hands free to carry all your purchases. 
• National Geographic Encounter Ocean Odyssey: See dozens of other marine animals at the National Geographic Encounter Ocean Odyssey. With amazing technology, you can battle vicious squid and feel like you are really there. See a vibrantly colored coral reef in the dark. And just see what it feels like to live in the ocean. Don’t forget to drop off your bags with Bounce on your way.
• Rockefeller Center: At Rockefeller Plaza between West 49th and 50th Streets, the Rockefeller Center is like a city full of attractions, shopping, eating, and playing. Visit the beautiful Channel Gardens, tour the NBC Studios, and see the Radio City Music Hall. 
• Madame Tussauds New York: Madame Tussauds is a wax museum like no other. There are five floors of celebrities such as Alicia Keyes playing the piano, the Marvel superheroes, and the cast of Cats. You can even be a guest on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, walk the runway with supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio, or visit President Trump in the Oval Office.