Port Canaveral is the second-busiest cruise port in the world and serves as a popular homeport for world-class cruise ships. The port is also famous for its waterfront dining, rocket launches, and other attractions unique to Florida’s Space Coast. Whether you are embarking on a cruise or just paying the port a visit, here is everything you need to know about navigating the Port Canaveral cruise terminals.
Editor’s Note: This post has been updated to include the latest information.
Port Canaveral is divided into two sections by the shipping channel. Terminal A is located at the northern end of the channel and is home to Cruise Terminals 5, 6, 8, and 10. These terminals are easily accessed after turning off FL-528 E toward Port Canaveral/North Cargo Piers.
Cruise Terminal 5 is home to Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas and Adventure of the Seas.
With the theme parks close by, it comes as no surprise that three Disney ships call Port Canaveral home. The Fantasy and Wish currently dock at Terminal 8, and will be joined by the new Disney Treasure in December 2024.
The Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Jade are currently sailing from Cruise Terminal 10.
Since November 2023, Terminal 10 has also been home to the MSC Seashore.
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The majority of Port Canaveral’s dining and entertainment is located on the south side of the channel with Cruise Terminals 1, 2, and 3. These terminals are easily accessed by following FL-528 E and taking the George King Blvd exit.
Cruise Terminal 1 was made to handle some of Royal Caribbean’s biggest cruise ships. Allure of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas currently sail out of Terminal 1. One of Royal Caribbean’s newest ships, Utopia of the Seas, will also sail from this terminal starting in July 2024.
One of the port’s most impressive additions, the newly-constructed Cruise Terminal 3, was built specifically for the Carnival Mardi Gras. The Carnival Liberty and Glory also sail out of this terminal.
Cruise Terminal B is home to The Cove as well as Port Canaveral’s restaurant and retail area. Eateries such as Rusty’s Seafood and Oyster Bar, Seafood Atlantic, and Grills Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar offer classic seaside meals, drinks, and live music. The Cove offers both indoor and outdoor seating with waterfront views of the Port Canaveral cruise terminals.
Jetty Park, located near Cruise Terminal 3, offers cruisers 4.5 acres of sandy beaches perfect for viewing rocket launches and sail-aways. This family-friendly park also features a concession stand for food, bait, and tackle. A fishing pier, pavilion rentals, and a playground area are also available on-site.
Are you planning a cruise from Port Canaveral? Finding transportation on embarkation and debarkation day can be stressful, with surge pricing, complex terminals, and high demand for rides. Combined with the cost of hotels, your pre- and post-cruise expenses can quickly add up. Go Port provides an ideal solution by bundling your transportation and hotel stay, simplifying your onshore arrangements into one seamless package.
If you are looking for hotel accommodations before or after your cruise, our popular Fly Snooze Cruise package includes airport pick-up, a hotel stay, and transportation directly to your Port Canaveral cruise terminal.
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If you’re staying at an Orlando Airport hotel, you can also book same day transportation to your cruise terminal with pick up right at your hotel.
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