We have one day in Florence, so we're dropping our rental car off and then visiting the Academia and the Uffizi. We'll store our luggage (mid-morning) for the day, and then collect it early evening before we get on the train.
I've found the link to the luggage storage company near/next to/in the train station (http://www.firenzedepositobagagli.com/)... It seems pretty simple.
Any twists, tips, or other advice from those who've used the luggage storage facility?
Thanks in advance.
I use them almost every year when i day-trip in Florence. Very nice people, safe place. All you need is your passport for them to photocopy (the law). Let them know about when you will be returning - it helps them put your things in a convenient space for easy retrieval. Couldn't be easier!
I haven't used that facility, but at some staffed facilities in rail stations, you can run into delays dropping off and/or picking up luggage. Allow plenty of time. Also verify operating hours very carefully. I wouldn't expect a mid-day closure in Florence, but best to be sure they'll be open when you want to retrieve your things.
Staffed facilities (as opposed to self-service lockers) usually charge per piece, so comsolidate as much as you can.
And of course lock any bag that can be locked.
The train station (Santa Maria Novella) has a luggage storage service, it's kinda set-up like a Fedex Office, as they can ship luggage, sell travel accessories and packaging material.
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I've had no problems however, I'd recommend arriving early, as the line to check bags lengthens later in the morning and the same issue later in the afternoon. They do offer a service to bring your bags to your departing train platform (kinda like how Duty Free alcohol purchases meet you at the jet-way before departure) so, that can help avoid the lines when picking-up your bags.
Thanks, everyone. I appreciate your insight.
