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Port Canaveral

United States Florida · Port

Photo: VISIT FLORIDA

Ships calling
26ships
Upcoming sailings
1,401sailings
Average stay
9hours

Widely known for the Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral is located in the city of Cape Canaveral, home to beautiful beaches and Brevard Zoo.

Cruise lines calling here

  • Celebrity Cruises
  • Disney Cruise Line
  • MSC Cruises
  • Norwegian Cruise Line
  • Princess Cruises
  • Royal Caribbean International

Cruise port in United States

Port Canaveral, Florida

Cocoa Beach is about 15 min each way from the terminal; Orlando is about 1 hr each way. Average time in port: 9.5 hours. 35 places to explore.

Ships calling here
26 ships
Upcoming sailings
1,401 sailings
Average time in port
About 9.5 hours
Lowest fare
From USD 199

Photo: VISIT FLORIDA

After disembarking

Cruise ships dock at Port Canaveral cruise terminals. Cocoa Beach is about 15 min each way from the terminal; Orlando is about 1 hr each way. Plan around the ship’s time in port.

  • 7 cruise terminals

    There are 7 cruise terminals, including CRUISE TERMINAL 6. The assigned terminal varies by sailing.

  • Go Port Shared Shuttle from Orlando International Airport to Port Canaveral

    Go Port's shared shuttle between Orlando International Airport and Port Canaveral costs $29.99 one way per person.

About 10 hours in port: where can you go?

Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.

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.

Shuttle

Orlando International Airport (MCO) → Each cruise terminal at Port Canaveral

Book in advance on the Go Port website. After collecting your luggage, go to Level 1 of Terminal A at the airport and show your reservation at the Go Port desk beside the rental car counters. Follow the instructions to board the shuttle.

Ride-hailingAbout 15 minUSD 12~USD 20

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminals → Cocoa Beach Pier

Request an Uber or Lyft at the designated pick-up area in front of the terminal for a 10–15-minute ride south along A1A to Cocoa Beach Pier. You can also take a taxi waiting in front of the terminal.

Ride-hailingAbout 25 minUSD 25~USD 40

Port Canaveral → Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Take a ride-hailing service such as Uber or Lyft from Port Canaveral cruise terminal to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex ticket entrance via NASA Parkway in about 20–25 minutes.

ShuttleAbout 50 minUSD 20~USD 30

Port Canaveral → Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Book an official cruise line shuttle or a dedicated airport shuttle such as Go Port in advance for a direct 45–60-minute ride to Orlando International Airport (MCO) via Beachline Expressway (SR-528).

Cocoa Beach places to explore

About 15 min each way from the terminal. Explore 11 checked places with the map.

Jetty Park
Sights

Jetty Park

A park at Port Canaveral with a beach and fishing pier; the source says rocket launches, cruise ships, and wildlife can be seen.

Lori Wilson Park
Sights

Lori Wilson Park

A beachside park described as having walking paths, natural mangroves, and picnic areas.

Admission
Free
Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier
Sights

Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier

A landmark pier at Cocoa Beach, known for photography and surfing, with a tiki bar and food vendors.

Admission
Free
Hours
Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00
Fri·Sat 11:00–22:00

Sun 11:00–21:00
The Wizard of Oz Museum
Sights

The Wizard of Oz Museum

A museum with an extensive collection related to The Wizard of Oz and immersive digital art experiences, described as highly rated.

Admission
USD 30
Hours
Daily 09:00–17:00
The Dinosaur Store and Museum
Sights

The Dinosaur Store and Museum

A dinosaur shop and museum in Cocoa Beach, a good indoor attraction to visit with family.

Admission
USD 16
Hours
Mon·Tue Closed
Wed–Sat 10:00–17:00

Sun 12:00–17:00

Cruises calling at Port Canaveral, Florida

1,401 sailings are grouped into 237 cruises by ship and route.

237 cruises call at this port.

About Port Canaveral, Florida

Widely known for the Kennedy Space Center, Port Canaveral is located in the city of Cape Canaveral, home to beautiful beaches and Brevard Zoo.

Cruise lines calling here: 6 places

Celebrity CruisesDisney Cruise LineMSC CruisesNorwegian Cruise LinePrincess CruisesRoyal Caribbean International

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