Javits Center luggage storage

About Javits Center

Commonly called the Javits Center, the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center was named after former New York Senator Jacob K. Javits. Designed by James Ingo Freed, construction began in 1985 and was completed in 1986, the same year Senator Javits died. The center is located on 11th Avenue in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Nicknamed The Marketplace of the World, the Javits Center is the main convention center in New York City and brings in more than $2 billion to the economy. 

The Javits Center has played host to a variety of events, including concerts, boxing matches, car shows, Comic-Con, trade shows, conventions, and wrestling matches. Large events and smaller events can easily be accommodated at the Javits Center. Having 760,000 square feet of usable exhibition space overlooking the Hudson River has made it the go-to facility for many corporations. In 2019, there were just under 40,000 different companies and corporations booked for events at the Javits Center, making it the most sought-after convention center in the United States.

Fun Fact: The center played an important role during the COVID-19 pandemic by being transformed into a field hospital with the ability to house over 2,900 patients. 

Things to do Near Javits Center

Manhattan has so much to experience, there is no way you can do or see it all in a weekend. Plan a trip to New York City to have a week to explore as many of the sights as possible, including those near the Javits Center. Bounce has come up with a short list to get you started on your adventure:

• Tour the Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum housed on the USS Intrepid and see a fighter jet and space shuttle up close
• Wander through the upscale food hall, Gotham West Market, for delicious and authentic international cuisine
• Stroll through the Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market searching for the best bargains and unique gifts and souvenirs
• Treat yourself to a Carwash donut with vanilla-lavender glaze from Underwest Donuts located in a rather nondescript car wash
• Join the fun at Sleep No More, and become part of the retelling of Shakespeare's masterpiece, Macbeth 
• Explore an elevated railway that has been turned into a beautiful park, the High Line is the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon
• Climb aboard a railroad lightship and barge that has been creatively converted into The Frying Pan, an eclectic pub filled with amazing charm

Transit Options Near Javits Center

• Bus (Q32, M11, M12, M34-SBS)
• Subway (7, A)
• Train (Port Jefferson, Port Washington, Path, Hudson, Babylon)

Luggage Storage Near Javits Center

The neighborhood surrounding the Javits Center is a melting pot of ethnicities and cultures, creating a fabulous atmosphere that you will want to experience. Get out and visit with locals, check out museums, parks, shops, malls, and eateries. Sign up for group tours or explore alone, no matter how you choose to experience Manhattan, you do not want to bring your bulky bags along with you. Instead, use the Bounce app to find locations close by to store your things for safekeeping while you sightsee. 

Luggage Storage Options Near Javits Center

There are so many things to experience while out and about in Manhattan. This bustling neighborhood is filled with locals and tourists. You will want to wear comfortable shoes and head to your closest Bounce location to drop your things so you can explore without worrying about your bags. 

Luggage Storage Near The Vessel

No visit to Midtown Manhattan is complete without checking out The Vessel. This futuristic structure is the showpiece of Hudson Yards. Made up of 154 interconnected staircases with 80 various landings, The Vessel offers magnificent views of the city’s skyline. The Vessel is really a work of art designed by Thomas Heatherwick and gives visitors a brand new perspective of the city when climbing to the top. You do not have to actually climb all 2,500 individual stairs to see fantastic sights. Each viewing platform is spaced so that you can have excellent views no matter how high you climb. Book your spot to climb The Vessel. There is no charge, but you have to reserve a specific time. Bring your camera for stunning photos to share with your social media followers. You will be doing a lot of walking and climbing. Drop your bags at a nearby Bounce location, so you are not weighed down while on The Vessel. 

Luggage Storage Near Empire State Building

One of the most famous buildings in the world, the Empire State Building, is a sight that should not be missed when in New York City. Standing 1,454 feet tall, the Empire State Building has the only open-air observation deck with a 360-degree view of Midtown Manhattan. There are two observatories, the open-air one on the 86th floor and the other on the 102nd floor. When there are very few clouds, you can see up to six states away from the 102nd-floor observation deck. Be sure to take a stroll through the 2nd-floor museum, which offers interactive exhibits to draw visitors in and keep them enthralled. Learn about the construction of the Empire State Building and its iconic place in pop culture. Ride the glass elevator up to the top and marvel at the architecture of the building. Large backpacks and bags are not permitted on the premises, so download the Bounce app and find a location to drop your belongings before visiting. 

Luggage Storage Near Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is not your typical museum. Housed in the decommissioned USS Intrepid, an aircraft carrier, the museum’s main purpose is to educate the public about the evolution of sea, air, and space travel. While exploring, check out the Enterprise, the first space shuttle in the world, as well as the Growler, a guided missile submarine. See how air and sea vessels have changed through the years and the purpose of each retired vessel. Learn more about the United States space program and the strides that have been taken to update the technologies used in the program. Many interactive exhibits put you right in the action and give you a better perspective of the advances in the air, sea, and space programs. Wander through over two dozen fully restored aircraft and marvel at the sleekness of the Lockheed A-12 Blackbird, the fastest military jet in the world. Security is tight at this museum, so no large bags are allowed. Find a nearby Bounce location to store your things while at the museum.