Cruise ship berth at Mazatlán commercial port → Mazatlan cruise terminal
Take the free tram from the cruise ship berth to the cruise terminal, where taxis and shops are available.
Cruise port in Mexico
Mazatlán
Explore on foot directly from the pier. Average time in port: 10 hours. 35 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 16 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 233 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 10 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 343
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After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Mazatlan cruise terminal. Explore on foot directly from the pier.
- Where the ship docks
Cruise ships dock at Mazatlan cruise terminal.
About 10 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
- MazatlánAt the pierTime at destinationAbout 10 hr
- El QueliteAbout 45 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 8 hr 30 min
Return travel Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
Between the terminal, city and airport
Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.
Mazatlan cruise terminal → Old Mazatlan
Take a taxi from the cruise terminal to Old Mazatlán.
Mazatlan cruise terminal → Golden Zone
Take a taxi from the cruise terminal to the Golden Zone.
Mazatlan cruise terminal → Old Mazatlan
Walk about 1 mile from the cruise terminal to Old Mazatlán. The source gives a walking time of 15–20 minutes.
Mazatlán places to explore
Explore 30 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.
Catedral Basílica de la Inmaculada Concepción
This is a 19th-century building in the center of Mazatlán's historic district.
The cathedral may be full during Sunday Mass, so consider a weekday visit if you want to look around quietly.
Teatro Ángela Peralta
This theater on Machado Square hosts performances and has an art gallery inside.
If attending a weekend show, arrive about 1 hour early because the area is popular with tourists and parking may be difficult.
Gran Acuario Mazatlán
This aquarium covers habitats in the Sea of Cortez and has sharks, rays, and Humboldt penguins.
- Admission
- MXN 612
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–18:00
El Clavadista
Visitors can watch divers jump into the sea from coastal rocks here. Diving does not take place continuously throughout the day.
- Hours
- Daily 24 hours
El Faro de Mazatlán
This lighthouse stands on Cerro del Crestón and offers views of the coast and city from the top.
- Admission
- Free
- Hours
- Daily 06:00–17:15
There are no restrooms once you enter the trail, so use the facilities at the entrance first.
Observatorio Mazatlán 1873
This facility is housed in a building once used as a harbor watch station and weather observatory. It includes a house museum, agave garden, bird sanctuary, and more.
- Admission
- MXN 500
- Hours
- Mon Closed
Tue–Sun 10:00–18:00
Trips nearby
With enough time in port, you can explore beyond the city. One-way times are approximate.
El Quelite
About 45 min each wayTime at destination About 8 hr 30 min
NeighborhoodsEl QueliteThis is a rural town with colorful streets, old buildings, and restaurants.
Food and cafésEl Meson De Los LaureanosA popular Sinaloa restaurant known since 1995 for its 'Grandmother's recipes,' it is loved by Mexicans and tourists alike. It serves traditional Sinaloa dishes such as chilorio (pork cooked with chili) and bistec ranchero.
Reviews say guests were asked to pay in cash, so bring enough cash for your meal if visiting.
ActivitiesUlama in El QueliteThis ball game has been played in El Quelite for generations. It is described as usually taking place on weekends.
SightsOur Lady of Guadalupe Catholic ChurchThis is a church in the center of town, with a garden and sculptures and paintings of biblical figures.
SightsCapilla a San Judas TadeoThis chapel is on a small hill in town. From higher up, visitors can see the town and the Quelite River.
Cruises calling at Mazatlán
233 sailings are grouped into 59 cruises by ship and route.
Holland America Line2 departure dates1 sailing available to book
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.1130 nights · Long cruise
30-Day Circle Hawaii & Sea Of Cortez
San Diego, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 5,654
Royal Caribbean International8 departure dates
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.03Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
7 Night Cabo, Vallarta & Mazatlan
Los Angeles, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 377
Princess Cruises68 departure dates41 sailings available to book
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2029.04
Disney Cruise Line2 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.12Americas cruises · 7 nights
7-Night Very Merrytime Mexican Riviera Cruise from San Diego
San Diego, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 2,487
Royal Caribbean InternationalSailing 2026.11Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
7 Night Cabo, Mazatlan & La Paz Cruise
San Diego, California departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
Norwegian Cruise Line40 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2028.04Royal Caribbean International4 departure dates
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.03Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
7 Night Ensenada, Cabo & Mazatlan
Los Angeles, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 367
Holland America Line2 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.11Americas cruises · 10 nights · Mid-length cruise
10-Day Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez
San Diego, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,549
Holland America Line2 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.12Americas cruises · 12 nights · Long cruise
12-Day Historical Baja Peninsula
San Diego, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,929
Holland America Line2 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.12Americas cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
11-Day Mexican Riviera & Sea Of Cortez
San Diego, California departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,764
Royal Caribbean InternationalSailing 2026.12Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
7 Night Cabo Overnight & Mazatlan
Los Angeles, California departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 343
Princess CruisesSailing 2026.12Mexican Riviera cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Mexican Riviera Holiday
San Francisco, California departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
59 cruises call at this port.
Ships calling at Mazatlán
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Princess Cruises · 77 sailings
Discovery Princess
8 cabin types · 17 dining venues · 25 entertainment options · 15 decks
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Norwegian Cruise Line · 40 sailings
Norwegian Encore
28 cabin types · 16 dining venues · 43 entertainment options · 16 decks
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Holland America Line · 30 sailings
Koningsdam
13 cabin types · 10 dining venues · 17 entertainment options · 12 decks
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Royal Caribbean International · 17 sailings
Voyager of the Seas
26 cabin types · 9 dining venues · 58 entertainment options · 14 decks
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About Mazatlán
Mazatlan is a port of call in Mexico visited by Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, and Virgin Voyages. Ships usually stay for about 10 hours, and it is included in part of a Pacific coastal route connecting San Diego, Cabo San Lucas, and other destinations.
Cruise lines calling here: 7 places
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