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Find 120 luggage storage spots in Chicago near Art Institute of Chicago from $2.25/day

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4.9
4.9
1,000+ reviews from Google Maps
  • Great workers!! Easy drop off and pick up. Would def recommend.

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    Zihaam abdi

    Art Institute
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  • Super easy and convenient. Store staff was really nice!

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    Jeremy Lyons

    Art Institute
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  • Wonderful experience. Loved chatting with the owner, too. Our bags were safe and secure as we visited the nearby Art Institute.

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    Jennifer Mathieu

    Art Institute
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  • The location was very convenient. A great place to drop off your luggage and enjoy the city!

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    Christina Collier

    Art Institute
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  • Friendly and accommodating

    C

    Christine B.

    Art Institute
  • When I put the address in Google Maps, I ended up at a what I think was a large apartment building complex with a spacious lobby. I went to the front desk and showed them a photo from the website to ask where it was and they directed me to the elevators to take me to the shop where the luggage was located. I took the train and was at Union Station by 9 am and I walked to the location. The process was easy - the store was large and clean and organized. The staff knew what I was there for when I walked in the store - they were friendly and helpful. This location was open late so that worked well for me. I had a flight later in the day so storing the luggage allowed me to be out for the full day, eat dinner, and then return - I think we were there around 8 or 8:30 pm. I think they stayed open until 10 pm.

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    Nanci Guartofierro

    Art Institute
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  • One star less because at the pick up they couldn’t identify who I was even tho I had the proof of dropping off my bag which was the only one there. The security of storing was also questionable however nothing was missing. I would advise not leaving valuables and calling different locations and finding out how they store the bags. 😁

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    reilly pies

    Art Institute
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  • First time doing this since my plane was leaving until 8:30pm,it was a great service,very friendly and great Custumer service.We left 4 luggage,they give us a ticket easy check in and was easy check out they close at 5pm, and we pick them up just minutes before I really recommend this place for travel and waiting time for storage your luggage, also they are close to the blue line train that goes to O’Hare airport and other train too.

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    Lahotay Rodriguez

    Chicago Loop
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  • Easy to find and my stuff was very safe. They also gave me instructions to the airport, thank you for the great service

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    Ellyne P.

    Chicago Loop
  • Easy drop off and pick up. Super friendly. Cheers!

    B

    Bayden D.

    Chicago Loop
  • Super easy to use, convenient and the hosts were so wonderful to work with. Definitely recommend.

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    Amy Crouch

    Chicago Loop
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  • Very nice people and a good location for Downtown Chicago.

    A

    Artur T.

    Chicago Loop
  • Easy and awesome staff, they helped us with local activities and whatnot. Felt our bags were tended to

    B

    Brittney F.

    Chicago Loop
  • Most friendly and very helpful

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    Patrick Coyle

    Chicago Loop
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  • Easy to find, great location in the theater district. Drop-off and pick-up were both quick and easy.

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    Nicole S.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • So friendly and helpful!

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    Tyler G.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • Very easy. Thanks!

    A

    Aaron D.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • Drop off was easy and efficient, as was the retrieval process. Would definitely look to utilize this location in the future

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    Leslie F.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • close to blue washington and red line lake stops. friendly staff.

    S

    Sierra B.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • Super easy and reliable.

    D

    Dominic B.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • Thank you for the for being kind to us

    K

    Karima H.

    Near the Chicago Theatre
  • Pick up and drop off was fairly easy although as someone not staying at the hostel there was no clearly marked signs that the hostel offered this service. Or clearly advertised bounce, the cost was very high as well. The staff made is straightforward and I felt my luggage was safe as the luggage was kept behind a locked door and there were checks in place to ensure no one else took my luggage.

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    Kimberly M.

    Near Auditorium Theatre
  • It all worked well however there was no signage inside or outside the building to advise that it was indeed the Bounce luggage location. It’s situated inside the hostel Signage would make it good to excellent!

    M

    Mandy S.

    Near Auditorium Theatre
  • Bounce was great, came through when my family and I need them

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    Ernie Campbell

    Near Auditorium Theatre
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  • Staff friendly and the process was quick

    M

    Matthew S.

    Near Auditorium Theatre
  • The location is strategic, the staff isn't friendly, but they get the job done and aren't rude. The care and security of the luggage is good, which is ultimately what matters.

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    Jenny Elizabeth Chala Molina

    Near Auditorium Theatre
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  • Convenient and secure. Staff friendly and efficient.

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    Donald Mason (Don)

    Near Auditorium Theatre
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  • Super easy drop off, friendly staff team, handy location, easy check out. Would recommend!

    A

    Angelina M.

    Near Auditorium Theatre
  • Excellent service

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    Femi Ayandibu

    Near Auditorium Theatre
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  • Process was fast and simple from start to finish. No issues with luggage while I enjoyed the last day of my trip

    C

    Cynthia H.

    Near Harold Washington Library

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Get the most out of your time in Art Institute of Chicago

Luggage storage near the Art Institute of Chicago for museum visitors

Recommended for: tourists, locals, event attendees.

You've got bags, but you want to see the Impressionists? Totally get it. The Art Institute sits right on Michigan Avenue, and those galleries can take hours to explore properly. Dragging a suitcase through the Thorne Miniature Rooms or past Sunday on La Grande Jatte? Not ideal. There's a Bounce location near The Art Institute of Chicago where you can drop your stuff before heading in. Bounce has already handled over 600 bags in this area, so folks clearly find it useful. The museum connects directly to Millennium Park through the Modern Wing, so after you finish the galleries, you can walk right over to Cloud Gate without doubling back. Storage starts from $2.25, and each booking includes $10,000 protection for your belongings. Quick tip: enter through the Monroe Street side for shorter lines. Leave your bags somewhere safe and actually enjoy the art.

Where to store bags when exploring Millennium Park and downtown Chicago

Recommended for: event attendees, tourists.

Millennium Park hosts over 500 free events each year. Concerts at Pritzker Pavilion, film screenings on the Great Lawn, and festivals throughout the summer. Carrying a backpack or rolling bag through those crowds? That's no fun. The park sits directly north of the Art Institute, and the whole area gets packed during events like the Blues Festival or Jazz Festival. A smart move is to stash your stuff beforehand. The Bounce spot near The Art Institute of Chicago has a 4.7 rating from 55+ reviews, so people trust it. You can walk from there to the Bean in about five minutes. The L train stops at Adams/Wabash, and Monroe is close by if you're coming from Union Station or O'Hare. Grab a blanket, leave your luggage behind, and actually enjoy the music without worrying about your stuff getting kicked around on the lawn.

Suitcase storage options for business travelers in the Loop

Recommended for: business travelers, commuters, digital nomads.

Early flight into O'Hare, but your hotel check-in isn't until 3 pm? Or maybe you've got meetings downtown and checkout was at 11 am? The Loop is full of conference centers and offices, but not many places to leave a carry-on for a few hours. Bounce locations around the Art Institute area work well for this. The spot near The Art Institute of Chicago has handled 270+ reservations from people in similar situations. It's walkable from the main transit hubs. Union Station and Ogilvie are both about 15 minutes on foot, and the Blue Line brings you straight from the airport. Over 2,000,000 customers have used Bounce worldwide, so the system works. Drop your bags, take your meetings, grab lunch on Michigan Avenue, then pick everything up before heading to your hotel. Simple. No need to drag luggage into a conference room.

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Why Bounce gives you more flexibility and protection than other platforms while supporting local businesses.

Other online platformsAirport/Train station lockers
Access & Coverage24/7 locations 32,000+ locations in 4,000 cities

Limited coverage, varies by platform

Only in airports and train stations

Booking & FlexibilityBook in advance or on the spot via app or website, free cancellation, no bag size or quantity limits

Limited cancellation, minimum number of bags required

First come first serve only, no pre-booking, no cancellation

Protection24/7 support, up to $10,000 protection per booking

Limited or no protection

Often lacking bag protection

Value for moneyFrom $2.25/day, no extra charge per bag size

Price varies, extra charge for larger items

Higher prices, size limits

Community impactPartnering with local shops, hotels and other small businesses

Limited partnerships

No local business involvement

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