Cruising From PortMiami

While Greater Miami & Miami Beach is celebrated for its beautiful beaches and vibrant culinary and nightlife scenes, cruising is also a huge part of its appeal to visitors and locals. PortMiami is considered the Cruise Capital of the World® – with 22 cruise lines now departing from the port. You’ve booked your dream cruise; here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Getting To PortMiami & Parking

Most cruise lines offer shuttle service from Miami International Airport – in fact, one out of every seven MIA arrivals is a PortMiami cruise passenger – but it’s also easy to get to PortMiami by car, ride-sharing services and taxis. 

If you prefer public transportation, take the Metrorail’s Orange Line to Downtown Miami's Government Center Station, where you can catch a rideshare or taxi to the port. 

Cruisers arriving from Orlando, West Palm Beach or Fort Lauderdale can hop on a high-speed Brightline train to Miami Central Station in Downtown Miami and then choose a ride-sharing option or taxi to the port. 

Those visiting from Palm Beach or Broward counties can also take the Tri-Rail to Miami Central Station and then opt for ride-sharing or a taxi to the port.

Parking is plentiful at all terminals located on both the north and south sides of the port, but oversized vehicles must park in Lot E. A free shuttle service is usually available on cruise days.

Check out a comprehensive guide to Getting to PortMiami.

What’s New

PortMiami is always evolving, with bigger and more advanced terminals continually shaping the waterfront skyline. Currently, there are 22 cruise lines with 74 vessels that make Miami their home port. In 2025, some of the most anticipated ships that will make their debut at PortMiami are MSC Cruises’ World America (April), Royal Caribbean Group’s Wonder of the Seas (August), Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady (October) and Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth (October), and Norwegian Cruise Line’s brand-new Norwegian Aqua—making waves with its innovative design and first-of-its-kind Aqua Slidecoaster. Check out the full list of PortMiami’s cruise lines and new ships.

One of the most exciting 2025 terminal openings is MSC Cruises’ Terminal AA facility, which is the largest cruise ship terminal in the world. The four-level building can accommodate up to three ships and process 36,000 passengers daily. Construction on Terminal G for Royal Caribbean will also begin this year, with an expected opening in 2027.

PortMiami Sustainability Efforts

PortMiami is now Shore Power-ready, and the world is taking notice of the port’s incredible sustainability efforts. Shore Power allows cruise ships to switch off their engines and plug into electrical power while docked, reducing emissions and noise. Soon, 21 cruise ships will be outfitted for Shore Power.

Cruise Terminal Assignments

Terminal A: Royal Caribbean Group

Terminal AA: MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys

Terminal B: Norwegian Cruise Line

Terminal C: Multiple cruise lines

Terminals D, E & F: Carnival Cruise Line, Cunard, Holland America, Princess Cruises, P&O

Terminal J: Small vessels and luxury cruises: Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and SeaCloud

Terminal V: Virgin Voyages

Time To Spare

If you have extra time before or after your cruise, PortMiami is close to many of Miami’s top attractions, and there are plenty of places to explore. Nearby, cruisers will find museums that cater to kids and anyone who enjoys adventure, science or incredible art. One of the most popular spots is Bayside Marketplace, a lively waterfront attraction that’s the perfect place to grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants, do some shopping for your cruise, or zip off on a local sightseeing boat tour.

Nearby Accommodations

If you’re planning to stay in Miami before or after your cruise, choose a hotel that’s close to PortMiami. You’ll be in the heart of the dining and nightlife hubs of Downtown Miami and Brickell, and you’ll find many things to see and do.

Hotels like the Hilton Miami Downtown, Hampton Inn & Suites Miami/Brickell-Downtown, YVE Hotel Miami and The Elser Hotel & Residences offer shuttle services to the cruise terminals. You’ll want to call ahead and inquire about the service.