Cruise Ports

Explore popular departure and destination ports around the world. Each port page will include tips, excursion ideas, hotel recommendations, and a schedule of upcoming ship visits.

Miami, Florida

Caribbean

The cruise capital of the world. PortMiami handles more cruise passengers than any other port globally, serving as the primary departure point for Caribbean, Bahamas, and transatlantic voyages. The port's proximity to South Beach, Wynwood, and the Everglades makes pre- and post-cruise stays easy.

Cruise lines: 50+ weekly departures across all major cruise lines

Barcelona, Spain

Mediterranean

Gateway to the Western Mediterranean. Barcelona's cruise terminal sits at the foot of Las Ramblas, giving passengers immediate access to Gaudi's Sagrada Familia, the Gothic Quarter, and Barceloneta Beach. A popular turnaround port for 7-day Med itineraries.

Cruise lines: Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Norwegian, MSC, Viking

Galveston, Texas

Caribbean / Western

The primary cruise port for the Gulf Coast, Galveston serves as a convenient drive-to option for millions of Texans. Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Disney all sail from here with itineraries to Cozumel, Roatan, Costa Maya, and the Western Caribbean.

Cruise lines: Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Mediterranean

Rome's cruise port sits about 80 km northwest of the city. Most passengers use the port as a base for day excursions to the Colosseum, Vatican City, and Trastevere. Shuttle buses and train service connect the port to Roma Termini in about an hour.

Cruise lines: Celebrity, Princess, Holland America, Cunard, Silversea

Cozumel, Mexico

Caribbean

One of the most-visited cruise ports in the world, Cozumel is a diver's paradise with crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. The island's western shore is lined with beach clubs, shops, and restaurants catering to cruise passengers.

Cruise lines: Virtually every Caribbean-sailing cruise line calls here

Southampton, England

Northern Europe / Transatlantic

The UK's busiest cruise port and the traditional starting point for transatlantic crossings. Cunard's Queen Mary 2 departs regularly for New York. Southampton also serves as a turnaround port for Northern Europe, Norwegian fjords, and British Isles itineraries.

Cruise lines: Cunard, P&O, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Norwegian

Nassau, Bahamas

Caribbean / Bahamas

A staple on nearly every short Caribbean cruise, Nassau offers everything from the famous Atlantis resort to the colorful houses and straw market of downtown. The port is a quick walk from the main shopping district and Bay Street.

Cruise lines: All major cruise lines

Juneau, Alaska

Alaska

Alaska's capital city is only accessible by sea or air, making it a uniquely scenic cruise port. Passengers can helicopter to Mendenhall Glacier, go whale watching in Auke Bay, or explore the historic downtown's gold rush-era saloons.

Cruise lines: Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Norwegian, Princess, Holland America