The illuminated billboards and crowds of Times Square in New York at dusk.

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Times Square

Times Square is the bustling entertainment heart of Midtown Manhattan, famous for its billboards, Broadway theaters, and around-the-clock crowds.

About Times Square

Times Square is the neon-lit commercial crossroads where Broadway meets Seventh Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, ringed by theaters, giant billboards, and flagship stores. It draws enormous crowds day and night, especially around the theater district and the New Year's Eve ball drop. There are no public left-luggage lockers on the plaza, and most hotels only hold bags for registered guests, so travelers arriving early or leaving after checkout need somewhere to stash suitcases. Because the area is dense and pedestrianized, dragging luggage through the crowds is impractical. Nearby storage partners let you drop bags within a short walk of the plaza, so you can see a matinee, shop, or walk to Bryant Park without hauling your things.

Traveler services

Luggage storage near Times Square

  • 📍 Distance150m along Seventh Avenue to reach the storage partner
  • 🧳 Bag ruleThere are no public luggage lockers in Times Square itself; visitors use nearby shops and storage partners for bag drop.
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How to get there

From the TKTS red steps under the Duffy Square statue, walk about 150m along Seventh Avenue to reach the storage partner.

Bag policy

There are no public luggage lockers in Times Square itself; visitors use nearby shops and storage partners for bag drop.

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Car rental at Times Square

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Frequently asked questions

Are there luggage lockers at Times Square?

No, there are no public luggage lockers on the Times Square plaza itself. Most travelers use a nearby storage partner within a short walk, where bags are held securely by the hour or day. This lets you explore the theater district and shops hands-free.

Where can I leave my bags before a Broadway show?

Many Broadway theaters have limited or no cloakroom space and restrict large bags for security. It is easier to drop suitcases at a storage location near the plaza before the show, then collect them afterward. This avoids being turned away at the theater door with oversized luggage.

Is it safe to store luggage near Times Square?

Yes. Reputable storage partners keep bags in a monitored, staffed location and typically include insurance coverage. Always keep valuables, passports, and electronics with you rather than in stored luggage.

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