Luggage storage Ottawa

Store Your Luggage Around Ottawa With Bounce

Situated along the Ottawa river, across from Gatineau, Quebec, Ottawa is a vibrant, bilingual city bursting with Canadian political and cultural institutions. From the Parliament to the National Gallery, and the Bank of Canada Museum, the downtown core is positively packed with stately attractions. The surrounding neighborhoods boast beautiful parks, quirky boutiques, and a strong cafe culture that is sure to appeal to visitors. 

In the winter, locals and visitors lace up ice skates and flock to the Rideau Canal to glide across the frozen river. In the summer, the canal fills with boats offering river cruises along the city shoreline. No matter what time of year you visit, Ottawa has a lot to offer every type of traveler. Choose your adventure from nature excursions to foodie tours, historical attractions, and beyond. 

Regardless of what winds up on your itinerary, you can count on Bounce to take care of your luggage while you’re out and about.

Maybe you’re a traveler looking for somewhere to stash your bags while you pass time before your flight. Or perhaps you’re a local hoping to stash your work bag while you meet friends for dinner. Whatever the case, stashing your extra belongings with Bounce will help you make the most of your time in Ottawa. 

Luggage Storage in Ottawa

Bounce has partnered with small businesses in Ottawa to provide short-term luggage storage throughout this scenic city. If you need somewhere to stow your bulky baggage, search the Bounce website to find a location near you. We'll happily take care of your gear while you explore. Book on the app, drop your bags, and be on your way!

Ottawa City Guide

Top things to do

Ottawa is full of impressive museums and art galleries, quirky neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and incredible restaurants. Your biggest struggle will be trying to fit all of the intriguing attractions into one visit. Bounce has put together this handy Ottawa guide to help you plan your day every step of the way.

Museums

Canada’s capital has no shortage of fascinating museums highlighting Canadian history, art, and culture. These institutions house some of the most significant artifacts, art pieces, and collections in all of Canada. Your biggest challenge will be fitting each museum into your itinerary. To help you get started, Bounce recommends the following:

• Diefenbunker: Hosted in a 100,000 square foot underground bunker, the Diefenbunker museum educates visitors on the Cold War. You’ll learn about the engineering of the bunker as well as the political climate and culture during the Cold War. The bunker was built as a space for Canadian officials to shelter in the event of a nuclear attack and you will tour the rooms where they would have lived. A guided tour will give you even more insight into this historical site.
• National Gallery of Canada: This enormous art museum holds significant collections of Canadian and Indigenous art, as well as European, American, and Asian works. You’ll also find contemporary pieces, photography, and more. The Canadian and Indigenous galleries are enormous draws as they hold many iconic works by Canadian artists. (Bag-check policy: Handbags or backpacks larger than 16”×12”×5” are not permitted).
• Canadian Museum of Nature: If you’re curious about natural history, you can’t miss this impressive and popular museum. The collections include nearly 15 million specimens. You’ll find enthralling exhibits on fossils, mammals, water, minerals, and more – there is even an entire exhibit dedicated to the treasured Canada Goose! Both kids and parents will love the interactive, educational exhibits. 

Shopping 

Are you looking to indulge in some retail-therapy in Ottawa? You’ll be glad to learn that there are several great shopping destinations throughout the city. Whether you prefer offbeat boutiques, high-end department stores, or the variety of retailers found in a shopping center, you can find it all in Ottawa. The following are a few of the shopping areas Bounce recommends:

• ByWard Market: This pedestrian-friendly neighborhood is packed with shops, galleries, pubs, and cafes, all of which make it a lively and Instagram-worthy place to visit. The market holds many food vendors offering tasty fare, and the boutiques are perfect for picking up unique items to commemorate your visit to Ottawa. From clothing items, footwear, handbags, accessories, and decor items, you’re sure to find something that appeals.
• CF Rideau Centre: If you’re looking for a traditional shopping mall, CF Rideau Centre is an option that will tick all the boxes. Located in downtown Ottawa, it holds many well-known chains as well as a few independent retailers. It has a large food court, making it easy to please everyone in your shopping crew.   
• The Glebe: Sitting just south of downtown Ottawa, this trendy neighborhood is packed with boutiques and independent retailers specializing in everything from books and stamps to jewelry, clothing, vinyl, and beyond. The streets are dotted with coffee shops offering a delicious cuppa and quirky cafes, too. You could easily spend half a day exploring all this neighborhood has to offer.

Dining

As Canada’s capital, it’s probably no surprise that Ottawa is home to some of the nation’s most renowned chefs and restaurants. But even if you’re not looking for prestige, Ottawa has a fantastic food scene. Plan to sample traditional Canadian flavors and sip locally-crafted beer and wine. 

• ByWard Market: This shopping destination is also a wonderful place to pick up locally sourced produce and fresh food. The abundance of food stands (nearly 200 of them!) specialize in everything from locally grown fruits and veggies to Canadian specialty snacks like Beavertails and international cuisine. You’ll definitely want to arrive with an empty stomach to make the most of your visit.
• Local wine and beer: Whether you want to make a foray out to a vineyard tasting room or sample them on a restaurant menu, there are many regional wines to sample in Ottawa. Blue Gypsy Wines and Vanleek Hill Vineyard are two popular wineries in the area. When it comes to beer, you can experience the local beer scene on a brewery tour or by popping into the breweries on your own. CRAFT Beer Market and Kichesippi Beer Co. are a couple of favorite spots to visit.  
• Atelier: Consistently recognized as one of Canada’s best restaurants, Atelier specializes in modernist food drawing from Canadian and international cuisines. Canada Culinary Champion, Mark Lepine ensures each plate is a true work of art, and the flavors are sure to impress. Dining here isn’t cheap, but foodies continually rave about the inventive dishes and wonderful experience.