Pristine golden shores, rich cultural history, and all the incredible food you can handle, unquestionably, over 5 million Sydneysiders have made the Emerald City their home. Sydney is seen as one of the most popular destinations to visit in Australia. Therefore, it’s not surprising that this beautiful city hosts more than 4.1 million international tourists each year. Incredible sights, beautiful beaches, and lively entertainment on offer draw tourists to the city. Sydney is also famous for its sparkling seaside views and iconic landmarks. These include The Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Sydney Opera House and Luna Park. There’s something for everyone to fall in love with within Sydney.
There’s so much to experience, most tourists spend an average of 20 days exploring the city. If you too want to embrace all that this amazing city has to offer, surely, you need to know where to store your belongings. Therefore, whether you plan on catching a game of footy at Stadium Australia, or the thrills of Luna Park, we have you covered. Continue reading below to find out where to store your luggage in Sydney.
Airports
There are ten public, military, and private airports currently active or under construction in greater Sydney. For the purposes of this guide, let’s focus on the five public airports available.
In alphabetical order, the public airports in Sydney are:
- Bankstown Airport
- Camden Airport
- Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, sometimes shortened to Sydney Airport
- Palm Beach Water Airport
- Rose Bay Water Airport
Bankstown Airport
Before, this airport was used by the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm and US Army Air Forces for wartime operations. Since then, it’s been transformed into the second busiest airport in Sydney behind Sydney Airport. Presently, the airport serves as Sydney’s primary general aviation airport, hosting various charter and cargo flights for all manner of carriers and companies.
Unfortunately, there are no lockers available for passenger luggage storage in the Bankstown Airport. Its passenger terminal is relatively small and only capable of handling up to 200 passengers per hour.
Location: 3 Avro St, Bankstown NSW 2200
Phone Number: +61 2 9796 2300
Official Site: https://www.sydneymetroairports.com.au/corporate/about-us/
Camden Airport
The Camden Airport is located on the outskirts of Sydney and has roots dating back to the 1930s. Initially, the airport was used as a private, family-owned airstrip and the backdrop for the 1936 film, Silks and Saddles. Presently, it’s mainly used as an overflow airport for the busier Bankstown Airport.
The Camden Airport also does not currently provide locker storage for passenger luggage.
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport
Colloquially known as Sydney Airport, Kingsford Smith Airport is the busiest airport in Australia. It services over 42 million passengers every year and is home to Australia’s main airline, Qantas. As the primary airport serving greater Sydney, it is one of the world’s longest continuously operated airports, featuring three large passenger terminals.
Each terminal has a left luggage facility that allows passengers to leave their bags as they travel through the city.
Locations include:
T1 International Terminal – Street level Arrivals area, at the north end near the train station access hallway
T2 Domestic Terminal – North end of the Arrivals area on the ground floor
T3 Domestic Terminal – Arrivals level, near the barrage carousel; hours of operation are 6 am to 11 pm
Storage will cost you $10 per suitcase or bag for up to 6 hours, or $15 for up to 24 hours.
Location: Sydney NSW 2020
Phone Number: +61 2 9667 9111
Official Site: https://www.sydneyairport.com.au/
Palm Beach Water Airport
Located in Palm Beach, Sydney, in New South Wales, Palm Beach Water Airport is a water aerodrome for seaplanes. The Palm Beach Water Airport resides at level with the sea for easy access for planes.
As it’s exclusively used by seaplanes, there is no luggage storage available for passengers on site.
Location: Palm Beach NSW 2108
Phone Number: 561-740-4600
Official Site: https://www.pbia.org/
Rose Bay Water Airport
Like Palm Beach Water Airport, Rose Bay Water Airport caters exclusively to seaplanes. It is home to a small, single terminal under the operation of Sydney Seaplanes, and is only 8 kilometres, or 5 miles, from Sydney’s central business district.
Unfortunately has no luggage storage at this time.
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Train Stations
Sydney has more than 50 train stations, with trains running at all hours of the day and night. Seven metropolitan lines make up these stations and the State government runs the daily operation. For the sake of brevity, let’s focus on three of the busiest stations you are most likely to visit. They are; Sydney Central Station, St. James Station, and Museum Station.
Sydney Central Station
From humble beginnings, as a corrugated iron shed with a single wooden platform in 1855, Sydney Terminal has grown to become the biggest railway station in the country. The station has the capacity to transport more than 85 million passengers through its 25 platforms in an average year, making it the busiest railway station in Australia.
Luggage collection and drop-off counter on Platform 1; opposite Platform 1 and World Square Shopping Centre and costs $4.40 per bag for same-day travel ticket holders, no overnight storage available on site.
St. James Station
Perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing railway station on the list, St. James Station features exquisitely ornate interiors. Some of which date back to the station’s original construction in the 1920s. St. James Station was one of the first underground stations built in Australia. The station is known for its attached abandoned tunnels. (which you can explore for yourself via a guided tour).
Unfortunately, there are currently no baggage storage services in St. James Station. However, there are several hotels in the area that offer luggage booking services at relatively low rates.
Museum Station
The heritage-listed Museum Railway Station, or Museum Station, is an underground commuter rail station at the end of Hyde Park, on the City Circle route. Named after the nearby Australian Museum, Museum Station is an architectural marvel to behold with its extensive wall tiling and signature sandstone and brick entrance buildings. If you get the chance to visit Museum Station, don’t forget to stop by the outdoor cafe and take a moment to appreciate the historical advertisements and incredible mural works on permanent display.
While Museum Station is fully staffed 24 hours a day, currently, there are no luggage storage options onsite for passengers.
Stadiums
Sydney has more than ten stadiums within its city limits, providing Sydneysiders and tourists alike with the opportunity to attend all kinds of sports and entertainment events. The three stadiums that we will be focusing on are Stadium Australia, Bankwest Stadium, and Sydney Showground.
Stadium Australia
Formerly known as ANZ Stadium and Telstra Stadium, Stadium Australia was completed in 1999 to host the 2000 Summer Olympics. Sometimes called the Homebush Stadium and the Olympic Stadium, Stadium Australia has transformed over the past two decades, staying up to date with the latest technology and undergoing a re-design to accommodate movable seating. Today, the stadium is used for Cricket, Soccer, Rugby league, Rugby union, Australian rules football, American football, motorsports, and concerts.
Stadium Australia recommends that attendees arrive without bags whenever possible, as they do not allow bags larger than 30cm x40cm into the stadium. Unfortunately, there aren’t any luggage storage areas available for public use at Stadium Australia. However, some luggage lockers are available for rent in nearby businesses should you need to store your baggage.
Bankwest Stadium
The grounds at Bankwest Stadium are no stranger to providing fun and festivities to Sydney’s residents and visitors alike. In 1788, the area was used for horse racing in the Parramatta British colony, opening its first racetrack in 1847 and its first cricket field in 1863. More than a century and a half on, that same land is home to three major football codes and plays host to all A-League home matches, FFA Cup home games, Asian Champions League games, and concerts.
To date, there are no facilities available for luggage storage at Bankwest Stadium, and visitors are not permitted to bring bags larger than 30 x 40 cm. The Bankwest Stadium offers limited cloaking, though it may be unavailable for public use for selected events.
Sydney Showground / Sydney Showground Stadium
A purpose-built venue constructed annually for the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Showground is located at Sydney Olympic Park. At the centre of the Sydney Showground is the Sydney Showground Stadium, also known as the Giants Stadium. Every year, events such as the Grand Parade are held at the Showground Stadium and are used for key events in the Show, like the crown jewel of the festival, the Grand Parade. For the duration of the show’s run, visitors can access lockers opposite the Showbag Pavilion on Rivering Avenue from 9 am to 9:30 pm daily.
During the Easter Show’s off-period, the Sydney Showground Stadium is primarily utilized for sports events. Since the Showground underwent construction for upgrades and an expansion in 2011, it’s held a range of events in cricket, soccer, Rugby League, Rugby Sevens, and motorsport.
You can store luggage opposite the Showbag Pavilion during the Sydney Royal Easter Show, 9 am to 9:30 pm. It costs $2 Key Deposit, $20 for 180L capacity jumbo locker, $12 for 90L capacity regular locker.
Tourist Attractions
Last but certainly not least, let’s go over your options for baggage storage at three of Sydney’s most popular tourist attractions. Although there is a plethora of options for entertainment venues, historical sites, and incredible attractions; we are going to focus on the three big ones. These are Bondi Beach, Sydney Opera House, and Luna Park.
Bondi Beach
Less than 10 km east of Sydney’s central business district, the seaside oasis that is Bondi Beach stretches across approximately 1 kilometre of Sydney’s coastline. Bondi Beach is a veritable haven for watersports fans and athletes, with reserved space for wave riders and swimmers marked with high-visibility safety flags and buoys.
Along with a full beach changing house, Bondi Beach has a storage area comprised of lockers available for public use throughout the year. Keep in mind, though, that the lockers at Bondi Beach only take Australian money, so you’ll need to have a couple of $2 coins or cash on hand.
You can store luggage at Bondi Beach at The Bondi Pavilion, by the showers and cafes. It costs $4 for the day or $5 overnight.
Sydney Opera House
No list of attractions in Sydney would be complete without the architectural wonder of the city, and the Sydney Opera House tops the list. With more than 40 shows performed every week, Sydney Opera House definitely lives up to its iconic legacy and is a must-see for all travellers. Interestingly, a relatively unknown Danish architect named Jorn Utzon designed the building. His entry won as the winning design for building an opera house in Sydney.
While cloaking is available at the discretion of venue staff and security, there is no luggage storage available at the Sydney Opera House. Furthermore, visitors to the Opera House are not permitted to enter with backpacks, prams, suitcases, or bags larger than 30 x 40 cm.
Sydney’s Luna Park
Take a step through the mouth of the giant entrance face of Sydney’s Luna Park and get ready for a day of fun. Luna Park is located on the north shore of Sydney, diagonally opposite the Sydney Opera House. It features a classic style midway with sideshow games and more than 25 rides. These include four rollercoasters, four thrill rides, and almost a dozen family rides.
While spending the day at Sydney’s Luna Park, visitors are invited to use the facility’s locker banks for a small fee, located on either end of the park. These are located next to the Light House Cafe and restroom, as well as by Coney Island. It costs $6 for 3 hours and $10 per day.