Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 2 → La Darse market
Walk north along the coast from the terminal exit to the La Darse spice and produce market.
Cruise port in Guadeloupe
Pointe-à-Pitre
Explore on foot directly from the pier. Average time in port: 11 hours. 28 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 8 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 332 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 11 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 332
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After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Pointe-à-Pitre cruise terminals. Explore on foot directly from the pier.
- 3 cruise terminals
The assigned dock is one of Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 1, Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 2, Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Terminal Address and varies by sailing.
- Centre Saint-John Perse Berth Assignment
No cruise line has exclusive assignment to a particular berth; berths are assigned according to the schedule.
- Centre Saint-John Perse Downtown Shuttle
There is no mandatory shuttle between the terminal and downtown; you can walk from the terminal exit to downtown.
About 11 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
- Pointe-à-PitreAt the pierTime at destinationAbout 11 hr
- Le GosierAbout 20 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 10 hr
- Sainte-AnneAbout 35 min each wayTime at destinationAbout 9 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.
Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 1 → La Darse market
Walk north along the coast from the terminal exit to the La Darse spice and produce market.
Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 2 → Place de la Victoire
Exit the terminal and walk along the Pointe-à-Pitre waterfront promenade to Place de la Victoire in the city center. The source gives a walking time of about 10–15 minutes.
Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 1 → Place de la Victoire
Exit the terminal and walk along the Pointe-à-Pitre waterfront promenade to Place de la Victoire in the city center. The source gives a walking time of about 10–15 minutes.
Centre Saint-John Perse — Berth 1 → La Darse bus stop
Walk along the coast from the terminal exit to the La Darse bus stop. This stop serves routes toward Grande-Terre. The source does not give an exact walking time.
Guadeloupe Pôle Caraïbes Airport → Pointe-à-Pitre city center
Take a local bus from the airport toward Pointe-à-Pitre city center. The provided source does not specify the route number, boarding stop, where to buy a ticket, or travel time.
Pointe-à-Pitre places to explore
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Mémorial ACTe
A waterfront museum about the history of the slave trade and the African diaspora.
- Visit
- about 2 hr
- Hours
- Mon Closed
Tue–Sun 09:00–18:00
Reviews say there was no wait just after opening, but a queue had formed by the time visitors left; if your schedule is tight, arrive at opening time.
Musée Saint-John Perse
It covers the life and work of poet Saint-John Perse and is housed in a restored 19th-century Creole house.
- Visit
- about 30 min
- Admission
- EUR 2.50
Musée départemental d’art et d’histoire (MUSARTH)
A museum highlighting Victor Schœlcher, who was involved in the abolition of slavery.
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00
Sat·Sun Closed
Église catholique Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul à Pointe-à-Pitre
A church in central Pointe-à-Pitre, noted for its nickname 'the Iron Cathedral' and its metal framework.
Trips nearby
With enough time in port, you can explore beyond the city. One-way times are approximate.
Le Gosier
About 20 min each wayTime at destination About 10 hr
SightsÎlet du GosierA small island offshore from Le Gosier, featured for its clear water and snorkeling.
If you go late, the first beach and shaded areas may be crowded, and island restaurants may have long waits, so cross over early or make separate meal plans.
SightsFort Fleur d’ÉpéeAn 18th-century fort above Le Gosier, featured for its views and colonial history.
The fortress is on a hill, and taking the bus involves a steep uphill climb, so consider traveling by vehicle if walking is difficult.
SightsGuadeloupe AquariumA family-friendly aquarium covering the biodiversity of Caribbean marine life.
Food and cafésCasa DatchaListed on the Guadeloupe Tourist Board's restaurant list for Le Gosier.
SightsLa Datcha BeachA beach with views of Îlet du Gosier, mentioned for swimming and coconut sorbet.
Reviews say the parking lot is often full, so allow time to park on nearby streets if you are driving.
ShoppingLe Gosier Night MarketHeld on Friday nights, it is described as featuring local products, flavored rum, grilled food, and Creole music.
Reviews say it is difficult to find parking in the evening, so arrive early if you are driving.
Sainte-Anne
About 35 min each wayTime at destination About 9 hr 30 min
SightsPlage de la CaravelleOne of Sainte-Anne's main beaches, with white sand and shallow turquoise water, popular with locals and visitors alike.
Reviews say parking is difficult and paid parking costs €3, so allow time to park and bring coins if you are driving.
SightsPlage du BourgA white-sand beach popular with both tourists and locals. The village beach has good transport access and restaurants, as well as restrooms and showers.
Repeated reviews say it is difficult to find a shaded spot because of the crowds, so arrive early if you want to rest in the shade.
Cruises calling at Pointe-à-Pitre
332 sailings are grouped into 89 cruises by ship and route.
MSC Cruises34 departure dates20 sailings available to book
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2028.10Caribbean cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Bridgetown
Bridgetown departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,597
MSC Cruises4 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.02Caribbean cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Fort de France
Fort-de-France departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,526
MSC Cruises19 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.11 ~ 2027.11Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
Dominican Republic, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Virgin Islands (British)
La Romana departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 671
MSC CruisesBook now
Sailing 2026.12World Cruise · 4 nights · Short cruise
Barbados, Grenada, Martinique, Guadeloupe
Bridgetown → Pointe-à-Pitre
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 707
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Sailing 2026.12Caribbean cruises · 13 nights · Long cruise
Barbados, Grenada, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, Saint Lucia
Bridgetown departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 2,050
MSC Cruises2 departure dates
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.02Caribbean cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Martinique, Guadeloupe, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, Saint Lucia, Barbados, Saint Vincent & The Grenadines, Grenada
Fort-de-France departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareCheck with the booking provider
MSC Cruises2 departure dates1 sailing available to book
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.02Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
Martinique, Guadeloupe, Antigua and Barbuda, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dominica
Fort-de-France departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,111
MSC Cruises2 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.02Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
Pointe-a-Pitre, St John s, Philipsburg, Basseterre, Roseau, Fort de France
Pointe-à-Pitre departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,178
MSC Cruises12 departure dates
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.03Caribbean cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Fort de France
Fort-de-France departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareCheck with the booking provider
MSC CruisesBook now
Sailing 2026.12Caribbean cruises · 3 nights · Short cruise
Fort de France, Pointe-a-Pitre, Castries, Bridgetown
Fort-de-France → Bridgetown
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 475
MSC Cruises3 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.03Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
Fort de France, Pointe-a-Pitre, Castries, Bridgetown, Kingstown, Saint George
Fort-de-France departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 961
MSC Cruises5 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2026.12 ~ 2027.03Caribbean cruises · 7 nights
Pointe-a-Pitre, Castries, Bridgetown, Kingstown, Saint George, Fort de France
Pointe-à-Pitre departure · round trip
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,144
89 cruises call at this port.
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About Pointe-à-Pitre
This warm city is located in Guadeloupe and offers a choice of activities and places to visit for all the family. From markets to educational theme parks, children and adults alike will find something to entertain them.
Cruise lines calling here: 3 places
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