Imperial Beach luggage storage

Store your luggage around Imperial Beach with Bounce

With its northern edge on San Diego Bay and its southern edge on the border with Mexico, Imperial Beach, California, is a small place with a lot going on. Although most visitors to San Diego never make it to this suburban town, its proximity to San Diego Airport makes it an easy place to reach from the city. And with the tourist attractions of San Diego close by, Imperial Beach can make a great place to stay if you want to enjoy cheaper prices for accommodation and a more small-town vibe. Imperial Beach is also a beach town, so it's a great place for families to visit in the San Diego area.

Whatever brings you to Imperial Beach, you'll have a better time if you take advantage of luggage storage in the city. Drop off your belongings at an affordable luggage storage service and only carry what you need as you explore San Diego and its surroundings.

Luggage storage in Imperial Beach

With luggage storage facilities in hundreds of cities around the world, Bounce makes it easy to find luggage storage wherever you are. Offering a radical storage alternative to self-service lockers, Bounce partners with local businesses to provide conveniently located and affordable luggage storage just about everywhere. You can drop off any size of bag, store luggage for as long as you want, and book online. Many of our partners offer longer opening hours than you'll find at traditional storage lockers, so there's no need to be weighed down by baggage while you explore.

Imperial Beach city guide

Top things to do in Imperial Beach

During summer, the Imperial Beach Boardwalk is the place to be. With great surfing, golden sand, a National Wildlife Refuge, and incredible fishing from the pier, Imperial Beach is a haven for outdoor lovers. But the city also offers some fun indoor activities that you can enjoy once you've found a luggage storage to look after your bags.

Museums in Imperial Beach

Imperial Beach has a unique history which has given it some fascinating museums to explore. Plus, with San Diego so nearby, you'll have your pick of cultural attractions here. Just remember that large bags are often not allowed in museums, and not all museums provide a place to store luggage, so don't forget to drop off your bags and luggage storage before you visit.

• San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art: Located right on the edge of Imperial Beach, this specialist museum is the perfect place to learn more about the contributions of African-Americans to the history of art. Founded in 2014, the museum takes a global view to explore African-American contributions around the world and collect some important works by both local and international artists.
• Imperial Beach Outdoor Surfboard Museum: More an art installation than a museum, this fun exhibition is nevertheless worth visiting. Located on Palm Avenue, the steel sculptures here represent the history and development of surfing as a sport and its importance to Imperial Beach.
• USS Midway: Visit America's longest-serving aircraft carrier at this San Diego museum. Explore the impressive ship and see almost 30 restored historic aircraft as you learn more about the history of warfare in the 20th century. Of course, a battleship is no place for heavy bags, so make sure you leave yours behind at a San Diego luggage storage before you visit.

Shopping in Imperial Beach

In this suburban town, you'll find all the major big-box retailers represented. But if you explore along the beachfront promenade, you can also find some more quaint and interesting local businesses to visit. Whatever you're looking for, you'll be able to buy it in Imperial Beach.

• Bibbeys Shell Shop: This quirky gift shop is located right on the beach and is a great place to shop for gifts and souvenirs while you're in town. You'll find an incredible selection of shells here, turned into everything from jewelry to ashtrays, making the perfect souvenir of your time on the coast.
• South Bay Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet: One of the biggest events in town, this local swap meet is a great place to check out and find hidden treasures you won't find anywhere else. You never know quite what you'll find in the stalls here, so bring your sense of adventure with you after leaving your bags behind at a convenient luggage storage.
• Imperial Beach Promenade Shopping Center: This surface-level shopping mall has everything you need for one-stop shopping, including a drugstore, clothing stores, and fast food outlets.

Restaurants in Imperial Beach

Imperial Beach has a good range of restaurants to offer visitors. Seafood is always a popular option in this coastal location, but the proximity to the Mexican border and local inventiveness means there are some fresh and unique flavors to be enjoyed here.

• Brigantine Seafood Restaurant: Located right across from the beach, this restaurant excels at fresh seafood. Enjoy the catch of the day along with a spectacular view as you tuck into classic local recipes here.
• El Tapatio Restaurant: Imperial Beach certainly isn't short of Mexican restaurants. Still, this small but well-reviewed establishment stands out and is the best place in town to come for favorite Mexican food like tacos, chimichangas, and burritos.
• IB Thai: Located away from the beach in a quieter suburb of the city, this small and unpretentious restaurant is a place to come if you want to try something different. Traditional Thai recipes like green curry and barbecue pork are on offer here and will wake up your taste buds with something new.

Conclusion

Imperial Beach may be in the shadow of San Diego, but locals know there's plenty to do here. Leave your bags behind at a convenient luggage storage in San Diego or Imperial Beach and explore the charm of this small coastal town.

When exploring the US, be sure to check out our detailed guides for Escondido, Oceanside, and San Luis Obispo. Bounce provides reliable luggage storage options across the US, making your travel experience more convenient.