Copenhagen Luggage Storage: Central Station, Thorvaldsens Museum and Airport
Where can I store luggage in Copenhagen city center?
The most central options are: Central Station (København H) self-service lockers at 50–80 DKK per day, Thorvaldsens Museum luggage storage service at 75–100 DKK per bag per day (no museum entry required, open daily), and Copenhagen Airport's storage near Terminal 3 arrivals at 65–75 DKK per item per day. Several private storage services (Stasher, Bounce) also operate in the city center.
Storing luggage in Copenhagen comes up in three main situations: arriving before hotel check-in, leaving after check-out, and early flights where you want to spend extra hours in the city without carrying bags. The good news is that there are several reliable options at reasonable prices. The less-good news is that Copenhagen has no single dominant central left-luggage hub — you need to choose based on which part of the city you are in.
Thorvaldsens Museum luggage storage is the most centrally located professional option — no museum entry required, secure storage per bag per day.Copenhagen Central Station (København H)
Location: The main railway station at Bernstorffsgade, adjacent to Tivoli and served by Metro M3/M4 and all S-tog lines.
What’s available: Self-service lockers in various sizes, plus a staffed Rejsegods (baggage storage) desk. The lockers are near the main hall and work 24 hours on most days. The staffed desk has more limited hours.
Prices (approximate):
| Size | Price per day | |---|---| | Small (cabin bag, up to 40L) | 50 DKK | | Medium (standard carry-on/cabin) | 65 DKK | | Large (full-size suitcase, large backpack) | 80 DKK |
Prices are per locker per 24-hour period. Payment by card at the machine.
Access: Open during station operating hours for the lockers (essentially 24/7, though the station is busier late at night). The staffed Rejsegods desk operates approximately 06:00–22:00 on weekdays; check signage for weekend and holiday hours.
Practical notes: Central Station lockers fill during peak summer periods (June–August) by mid-morning. If you arrive early and need a locker, go immediately — do not wait. The station’s surrounding area is a transit hub and you may encounter some low-level street issues (begging, occasional aggressive panhandling near the underground passages) — this is isolated and does not affect the safety of the storage facility itself.
Thorvaldsens Museum
Location: Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads 2, on Slotsholmen (the island that also holds Christiansborg Palace), adjacent to the National Museum area. Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Nørreport or from the Central Station. Nearest metro: Gammel Strand (M3).
What’s available: A staffed luggage storage service operated at the museum entrance. You do not need to buy a museum ticket or enter the museum. The service is available to anyone.
Prices (approximate):
- Approximately 75–100 DKK per bag per day (or partial day)
- Individual rates may vary for oversized items
Hours: The storage operates during museum opening hours:
- Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00–17:00 (closed Monday)
- Closed on major Danish public holidays (verify for your specific dates)
Why use this option: The location near Slotsholmen, the National Museum, and Indre By makes it the most convenient professional storage if you are spending time in that part of the city. If you are doing the Christiansborg Palace ruins, the adjacent National Museum, or walking Strøget, Thorvaldsens is the closest organized storage to those sights.
The museum itself: Thorvaldsens Museum is one of the world’s largest collections of works by the Danish-Roman neoclassical sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770–1844). The building is architecturally significant — painted interiors and a neoclassical coffered ceiling. Entry is free on Wednesdays; otherwise approximately 85–95 DKK. Worth a brief look if you are already there for luggage storage. The Slotsholmen island also contains Christiansborg Palace just a short walk away — combine the two visits.
Copenhagen Airport Storage
Location: Terminal 3, in the arrivals hall area. Operated by GlobeBaggage or similar contract storage service (signage is clear on arrival).
What’s available: Staffed left-luggage counters. Full-size bags, oversized items and fragile items accepted.
Prices (approximate):
- 65–75 DKK per item per 24 hours
- Oversized items (skis, large equipment) may be charged at a higher rate
Hours: 24/7, including nights, holidays and early morning.
Best use case: You land, your hotel check-in is hours away, and you want to head straight into the city without your bags. Store at the airport, take the Metro M2 into the city, and return for your bags before heading to the hotel. Alternatively, last-day storage: check out of the hotel, store bags at the airport, spend a final afternoon in Copenhagen, then collect bags before your flight.
Note: Rates are per item per 24 hours. If you leave bags for 4 hours and the storage period includes midnight, you may be charged for two days — clarify the billing period when you deposit.
Private luggage storage networks
Stasher and Bounce are international luggage storage marketplaces that operate through partnerships with hotels, shops, cafés and other businesses. They operate in Copenhagen with a number of city-center partners.
How they work:
- Download the app or book via the website
- Select the nearest partner location to where you need storage
- Arrive with your bags and present the booking reference
- Collect your bags within the booked time window
Prices: Approximately 55–80 DKK per bag per day (competitive with the Central Station lockers). Prices vary by partner location.
Coverage in Copenhagen: Most partner locations are in central Copenhagen — Indre By, Vesterbro, near the Central Station. Coverage thins in outer neighborhoods.
Limitations: Partner locations are typically small businesses. Hours are the business’s trading hours, not 24/7. If a coffee shop closes at 18:00, you need to collect before then. Check specific opening hours when booking.
Hotels: the easiest option if you have one
If you are staying in Copenhagen, your hotel will almost always store luggage on arrival day and departure day at no charge (or a small tip). This applies to:
- Arrival before check-in (typically from 09:00–10:00)
- Departure after check-out (typically until 18:00–20:00, sometimes later)
Simply ask at reception when you arrive: “Can you store my bags while the room is being prepared?” or on departure day: “Can you hold my bags until this evening?” The answer is nearly always yes.
This is by far the most convenient option because it requires no additional journey, no lockers to find, and the bags are behind a staffed desk. If you are checking out and have a late flight, this solves the problem completely.
Hotels without storage: Budget accommodation (hostels, some aparthotels) may have less consistent luggage storage. Ask specifically, and if no staffed storage is available, use one of the commercial options above.
Luggage storage near specific areas
Near Nyhavn
Nyhavn does not have dedicated left-luggage facilities. The nearest options:
- Thorvaldsens Museum: 10 minutes on foot (Slotsholmen direction)
- Central Station lockers: 15–18 minutes on foot (walk west through Indre By)
- Stasher/Bounce partners: check app for nearest available location
Near Nørreport / Rosenborg area
The Central Station lockers are 10 minutes by metro (M1/M2 from Nørreport to Central Station direction, or walk 15 minutes). There is no dedicated storage at Nørreport itself.
Near Vesterbro / Central Station area
The Central Station lockers are the obvious choice — you are already adjacent to the station.
Near Christianshavn / Christiania
Thorvaldsens Museum (on Slotsholmen, accessible via Christianshavn) is 15–20 minutes on foot from Christiania. Alternatively, the Central Station is accessible via Metro M2 from Christianshavn station (3 stops, 8 minutes).
Practical advice for luggage-storage days
Arrival day strategy: If you land at Copenhagen Airport, store your bags at the airport storage (65–75 DKK), head into the city on the Metro M2 for a few hours, and collect your bags on the way to the hotel when the room is ready. See the airport to city center guide for transport options. Alternatively: go directly to your hotel, leave bags with reception, then return without luggage.
Departure day strategy: Check out of the hotel, leave bags with hotel reception (free), explore for the day. Return to the hotel before heading to the airport. If your hotel cannot hold bags (rare), use the Central Station or Thorvaldsens Museum, then collect before taking the M2 or DSB train to the airport. If you plan to visit Malmö on your last day before flying, you can also store bags at the airport and take the Øresundståg to Malmö from there — just 20 minutes.
Multiple days’ storage: Some options (Stasher, Bounce partners) can handle multi-day storage by prior arrangement. Central Station lockers typically reset at 24 hours and you need to extend manually. For storage of 2–3 days (e.g., leaving Copenhagen for a day trip and returning), coordinate directly with the facility.
Costs comparison
| Location | Price per day | Hours | Best for | |---|---|---|---| | Central Station lockers | 50–80 DKK | 24/7 | Central location, any time | | Thorvaldsens Museum | 75–100 DKK | Tue–Sun, 10–17 | Indre By/Slotsholmen area | | Airport storage | 65–75 DKK | 24/7 | Arrival/departure days | | Stasher/Bounce partners | 55–80 DKK | Business hours | Various central locations | | Hotel reception | Usually free | Hotel dependent | Hotel guests |
Frequently asked questions about Copenhagen luggage storage
Can I store luggage at Copenhagen Metro stations?
No. Copenhagen Metro stations do not have left-luggage facilities or lockers. The Central Station (not on the metro network but served by Metro M3/M4) is the closest major locker facility.
Is it safe to leave bags at Thorvaldsens Museum storage?
Yes. The museum operates a professionally managed storage service. Bags are kept behind a staffed desk. Copenhagen’s low crime rate makes loss or theft from organized storage services extremely uncommon. Standard advice applies: do not store irreplaceable documents or very high-value items in any luggage storage.
What size bags can I store at the Central Station?
The lockers range from small (suitable for a laptop bag or small backpack) to large (suitable for a full-size checked-luggage suitcase or large rucksack). Oversized items (skis, surfboards, large musical instruments) may not fit any standard locker — in these cases, the staffed Rejsegods desk can sometimes accommodate unusual items.
Can I store luggage for free anywhere in Copenhagen?
The only genuinely free option is your hotel’s reception storage (which is free for guests). There are no public free-to-use storage facilities. Some shopping centers have coin-return lockers in changing rooms or near customer service desks, but these are for short-term use during shopping, not all-day storage.
How do I get to Thorvaldsens Museum from Nørreport?
From Nørreport, take the Metro M3 or M1 one stop to Gammel Strand (M3). Exit toward the canal and walk approximately 5 minutes south to Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads. Alternatively, walk from Nørreport: cross through Nørreport S-tog station, walk south through Fiolstræde and continue toward the canal — approximately 12–15 minutes on foot.
What should I do if the Central Station lockers are full?
If the Central Station lockers are full (common in peak summer), the next best options are: Thorvaldsens Museum (staffed, reliable), a Stasher or Bounce partner in the area (book via app in advance), or your hotel (call ahead and ask if they can accommodate non-guest storage — some will for a fee of 50–100 DKK).
Is there luggage storage at Nørreport?
There is no dedicated luggage storage at Nørreport. The Central Station is approximately 8 minutes by Metro M3 (to København H) or a 15-minute walk. If you are based in the Nørreport area, the private network services (Stasher/Bounce) may have partners in that neighborhood — check the app for current availability.
Frequently asked questions — Copenhagen Luggage Storage: Central Station, Thorvaldsens Museum and Airport
Can I store luggage at Copenhagen Central Station?
Yes. Copenhagen Central Station (København H) has self-service lockers in the baggage storage area (Rejsegods), located on the ground floor near the main entrance. Locker sizes vary from small (carry-on bags) to large (full-size suitcases). Prices are approximately 50–80 DKK per locker per day depending on size. Open 24 hours on most days, though the staffed desk has limited hours. The lockers accept credit cards and coins.What is luggage storage at Thorvaldsens Museum?
Thorvaldsens Museum, a neoclassical museum on Slotsholmen near Christiansborg Palace, operates a luggage storage service that does not require museum entry. It is one of the most centrally located professional storage options in Copenhagen. Prices are approximately 75–100 DKK per bag per day. Open during museum hours (Tuesday–Sunday, closed Monday). The location is about 10 minutes walk from Nørreport metro station.Is there luggage storage at Copenhagen Airport?
Yes. Copenhagen Airport Terminal 3 has luggage storage in the arrivals area, operated by GlobeBaggage (or equivalent service — verify on arrival). Prices are approximately 65–75 DKK per item per 24 hours. Open 24/7. Useful if you arrive early before hotel check-in and want to explore without your bags, or if you have a late flight and want to spend your last day bag-free.How much does luggage storage cost in Copenhagen?
Prices in 2026 range from about 50 DKK for small central station lockers to 80-100 DKK for larger items at staffed storage services. Airport storage is typically 65-75 DKK per item per day. Private network services (Stasher, Bounce) charge approximately 55–80 DKK per bag per day at partner locations (cafés, hotels, shops) across the city. Prices at hotel concierge desks vary.Can my hotel hold my luggage on arrival and departure day?
Most Copenhagen hotels will store luggage on arrival day before check-in (typically from 09:00 or 10:00) and on departure day after check-out until late afternoon or evening, usually at no charge or for a small service fee (20–50 DKK). This is the most convenient option if you are staying at a hotel. Ask at the front desk — refusal is rare.Is there left-luggage storage near Nyhavn or the city center?
The closest major options near Nyhavn are: Thorvaldsens Museum (10 min walk south), Central Station lockers (15 min walk west), and Stasher/Bounce network partners which may include hotels or shops directly in the area. The city center does not have a dedicated left-luggage facility comparable to major train stations in other European capitals.Are Copenhagen luggage storage services secure?
The official options (Central Station, Thorvaldsens Museum, Airport) are staffed or camera-monitored and have standard insurance coverage for stored items. Private network services (Stasher, Bounce) operate through vetted partner businesses and typically provide insurance up to a stated limit per bag. Check terms before storing valuables. The risk of theft from properly operated storage services in Copenhagen is very low.
