Store your luggage around Pasadena with Bounce
Pasadena is a city in California, nestled at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains, and it's the perfect retreat from the city noise. Located just 9 miles northeast of Los Angeles and 22 miles from the Pacific Ocean, Pasadena is often mistaken for a Los Angeles suburb. However, the San Gabriel valley cultural center is its own city boasting luscious landscapes, a vibrant business center, Victorian and art deco buildings, art museums, and fascinating residential architecture.
Being close to a few airports, Pasadena is always full of tourists excited to get a feel of the Californian dream, even if it's only for a few days. If you've just arrived and need a place to drop off your luggage before checking into your hotel, Bounce stands at your disposal with convenient locations across the city. Find Bounce on the map and store your luggage safely so you can enjoy Pasadena hands-free.
Luggage storage in Pasadena
Whether you've chosen Pasadena as a home base for trips to Los Angeles, or you are looking to explore, experience and enjoy Pasadena, you want your visit to be as hassle-free as possible. Therefore, storing your belongings somewhere safe shouldn't even be an issue.
Whether you need to store your luggage for a few hours or the entire day, Bounce luggage storage Pasadena has you covered. You can book online, drop off your bags or suitcases and hit the sights or relax with dinner in one of the top-notch restaurants in Pasadena. Bounce keeps your bags safe for an affordable price and each bag is covered with BounceShield™ protection, so keep easy-to-book luggage storage in mind when you need your hands-free to explore the city.
Pasadena city guide
Top things to do
California's weather is warm and sunny year-round, which makes it a popular destination for warm-weather travelers. Pasadena tourists get to soak in the sun all day long, and the city is not short of things to do and see either. From sports championships and nightlife activities to music and food festivals, exhibitions and educational institutes, Pasadena has a lot to offer visitors. To make the most of your trip, drop off your bags to you can roam the city burden-free.
Museums in Pasadena
Unlike most of its Southern Californian neighbors, Pasadena has a lot to offer to history buffs and art aficionados. Pick any of these and you are bound to have a great time.
- Norton Simon Museum: Previously known as the Pasadena Art Institute, Norton Simon Museum is an art museum featuring a private collection of European paintings and sculptures. It's a must-visit for everyone appreciating the artwork of artists like Picasso, Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Degas, and Manet.
- Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens: Visit this top tourist attraction in Pasadena worth spending a few hours, if not for the art collections than for the stunning gardens. This large complex is home to a library loaded with rare books, an art gallery with an extensive collection of 18th-century artwork, and 120 acres of beautiful gardens.
- Gamble House: Are you after some unique experiences while in Pasadena? This American Craftsman architectural design, once home to the son of the Procter & Gamble founder James Gamble, will keep you entertained for a few hours. The house is so popular that it has been featured in many iconic films, including Back to the Future.
While looking for the best museums to visit during your stay in Pasadena, make sure you are aware of their policy, as not all will allow carriers such as strollers and scooters. At Bounce, we offer a terrific luggage storage service to keep each bag safe, regardless of size.
Shopping in Pasadena
Pasadena has some unique shops where you can find rare treasures to take home with you. From independent boutique shops and over 50 years old vintage stores to designer jewelry galleries, shopping locales in Pasadena will help you spend your money fast.
- Book Alley: This little gem in Old Town Pasadena has entertained readers since 1992. You can find used, new, rare, and even out-of-print books here. Looking for vinyl records? Stop by Book alley from 11 am to 6 pm any day of the week.
- Gold Bug: Do you have an eye for designer jewelry and unique art pieces? The Gold Bug gallery in Pasadena has a wide collection of handmade jewelry created by nature-inspired independent artists. Unique interior design and one-of-a-kind pieces like JFK and Quarter earrings are a treat for the gemstone fanatic.
- Hodgson's Antiques: Pasadena is full of rare gems; you just have to know where to look. This antiques store near Pee Wee Herman's House is loaded with vintage goodies like Navajo rugs, Japanese antiques, costume jewelry, vintage toys, vintage Native American jewelry and crafts, and more, all for great prices. If you are a fan of vintage, this store is a must-visit.
Whether you are an experienced shopper or not, you probably know that going shopping with suitcases can be very uncomfortable, which is all the more reason to use Bounce baggage storage in Pasadena. Regardless of the number and size of bags, check in your bags with us and roam the shops.
Restaurants in Pasadena
Californian cuisine is heavily swayed by Mexican, Latin American and Spanish influences. Still, you can find all kinds of food in Pasadena from Japanese, Thai and Hawaiian to Mediterranean, Italian, Lebanese and Persian.
- Union: Located in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, Union is a Michelin-star-honored Italian restaurant and wine bar serving Northern Italian recipes in a minimalist but cozy interior and plenty of outdoor seating. The rustic yet creative menu is not short of choices, the accent being on polenta, mussels and pasta of course.
- Sushi Enya: If you want to unwind to the sounds of jazz and the taste of Japan, this is the place to be. Located on Colorado Boulevard near Old Pasadena, Sushi Enya offers the best quality sushi in town and a special omakase menu. Whether you are a large group of family and friends or a couple, you will have an outstanding dining experience.
- Mediterranean Cafe: With a number of Mediterranean cafes in Pasadena, this one stands out with its wide selection of Middle Eastern dishes like falafels, shawarma, hummus, stuffed grape leaves, and kebabs. Located on South Lake Avenue, you can order takeaway or eat inside anywhere from 11 am to 5 pm during the week and till 3 pm on Saturdays.
There is no denying Pasadena offers a ton of different dining options. All you have to do is drop your bags first in luggage storage, as most restaurants don't have a dedicated area for luggage.
Luggage storage Pasadena
If you plan to explore more of California and soak in as much sun as possible, take a look at our guides for Clovis, Montclair and Chaska. We offer fantastic luggage storage coverage throughout California that you can take advantage of during your travels. When looking for storage lockers in convenient locations, it's as easy as downloading the Bounce app.