FastItalian LearningSign in
PhrasesAt the PortC'è un deposito bagagli al porto?
A2

C'è un deposito bagagli al porto?

Is there a luggage storage at the port?

Pronunciation

'Deposito' — de-PO-zi-to. Stress on the second syllable; four syllables total.

When to use it

Ask when you have a long wait before boarding and want to explore the town without carrying your bags. Port luggage storage is available at larger Italian ports.

What it means

'Deposito bagagli' is the standard Italian term for left luggage or luggage storage. 'Deposito' means deposit or storage; 'bagagli' is plural of luggage. The related verb is 'depositare' (to deposit/store). 'Al porto' means at the port.

Variations

Quanto costa il deposito bagagli?

How much does luggage storage cost?

Ask for the hourly or daily rate.

Fino a che ora è aperto il deposito?

Until what time is the storage open?

Check closing time to plan your return.

Posso lasciare la borsa per qualche ora?

Can I leave my bag for a few hours?

Shorter, less formal request.

Mini Dialogue

— C'è un deposito bagagli al porto? — Sì, vicino all'ingresso principale, aperto fino alle venti. — Costa molto? — Cinque euro a bagaglio per tutta la giornata.

— Is there a luggage storage at the port? — Yes, near the main entrance, open until eight pm. — Does it cost much? — Five euros per bag for the whole day.

Cultural Note

Luggage storage (deposito bagagli) is available at most large Italian ports and train stations. Services like Stasher and Radical Storage also offer luggage storage at local shops near ports for convenience and lower prices.