See Gardens
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Coconut Grove
James Deering's bayfront estate is open daily except Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tour the house, then walk the formal gardens.
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Florida · Biscayne Bay
Miami
Art Deco beaches, bayfront gardens and Cuban coffee, close to the ships.
PortMiami sits on Dodge Island, across the PortMiami Bridge from downtown. South Beach, Vizcaya, Little Havana and the Pérez Art Museum are all close by.
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Four Ways to Spend a Day in Miami
Unwind Beach
South Beach
Miami Beach
Lummus Park beach runs beside Ocean Drive. Lifeguards staff 36 towers along Miami Beach, from South Pointe Park to 86th Street.
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Taste Cuban Food
Little Havana
Calle Ocho
Order croquetas, a Cuban sandwich or a cafecito along Calle Ocho. Máximo Gómez Park, known locally as Domino Park, is on the same street.
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Explore Art
Pérez Art Museum Miami
Downtown waterfront
Adult tickets are $18, and entry is free on Thursdays after 5 p.m. The museum is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
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Tours & Tickets in Miami
Which Terminal Does My Ship Use?
PortMiami has nine working cruise terminals on Dodge Island; a tenth, Terminal G, is due in 2027. Downtown's Government Center is about 1.2 miles in a straight line from Terminal J and 1.7 miles from Terminal AA.
| Cruise line | Ships | Terminal |
|---|---|---|
| MSC Cruises | All ships | AA |
| Royal Caribbean | All ships | A |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | All ships | B |
| Carnival Cruise Line | All ships | D, E or F |
| Virgin Voyages | All ships | V |
Terminals can change; your boarding pass shows yours. Terminal C serves several lines, and Terminal J serves small and luxury ships. Source: PortMiami cruise terminals.
Getting Around Miami
Your terminal decides the route: F and J are a walk from downtown, while AA and B sit farther along the island.
Getting to Miami
Miami International Airport (MIA) says the port is about 9 miles away. The port asks you to arrive at least two hours before departure.
Parking
Each terminal has an assigned garage or lot. Garage AA is $20 a day without an overnight stay and $35 a day overnight. Garage B (Norwegian) is $35 a day. Garages C, D, F and G and Surface Lot E are $10 a day without an overnight stay and $28 a day overnight. Royal Caribbean's Garage A is booked through Royal Miami Parking. Pay by cash or credit card; debit cards are not accepted. A free shuttle runs on cruise days. Rates as the port listed them on 22 October 2026.
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Walk Miami Beach's Art Deco District
The Miami Design Preservation League has worked to preserve Miami Beach's architecture since 1976. Its Art Deco Welcome Center at 1001 Ocean Drive is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Join the League's Art Deco Walking Tour, offered daily, or take its app-based audio tour in four languages at your own pace. The League also runs a historical cruise of Biscayne Bay on Mizner's Dream.
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Safety and Weather
Recorded crime in the City of Miami is more than twice the Florida rate per resident. The rates leave out the city's many visitors, so they run high.
- CrimeIn 2024 the City of Miami recorded 483 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 87% more than Florida's 258. Property crime was 3,026 per 100,000, 2.4 times Florida's 1,259. The figures cover the whole city, not the port.
- Walking to townYes, from Terminal F or J. The port suggests the north side of the PortMiami Bridge as a scenic route. Bayside Marketplace is about 1.6 miles by road from F and 1.9 from J, 30 to 40 minutes on foot. From AA or B, at the far end of the island, take a taxi or ride-share.
- The beachSwim near a lifeguard tower. Green flags mean low hazard, yellow medium, red high or water closed, and purple dangerous marine life.
- WeatherHighs average 76°F in January and 91°F in July and August; June is the wettest month. Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30.
Crime figures: FBI Crime Data Explorer, 2024, Miami Police Department and Florida reporting agencies (about 82% of Florida residents), per resident; our sums. Walking distances: OpenStreetMap routing, our sums. Weather: NOAA 1991–2020 normals at Miami International Airport.
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Cruises From Miami
Carnival, Royal Caribbean, MSC, Norwegian and Virgin Voyages all have their own terminals at PortMiami.
Miami FAQ
Where do cruise ships dock in Miami?
At PortMiami on Dodge Island, joined to downtown by the PortMiami Bridge. Most terminals are on the island's north side; Terminal J is on the south side and Terminal V on the west.
Which terminal is which at the Miami cruise port?
MSC uses Terminal AA, Royal Caribbean A, Norwegian B, Carnival D, E and F, and Virgin Voyages V. Terminal C serves several lines, and J serves small and luxury ships.
What is the Miami cruise port schedule today?
PortMiami does not publish a ship schedule. Its cruise lines page sends you to each cruise line for schedules. Your boarding pass shows your terminal.
How do I get from Miami airport to the cruise port?
Most cruise lines run shuttles from MIA. Taxis, ride-share, Metrorail with Metromover and the free trolley, and Dollar and Hertz rental-car shuttles also work.
Is there a shuttle from the Miami cruise port to the airport?
Ask your cruise line: the port says most lines offer an airport shuttle. Ride-share cars and metered taxis also pick up at the port.
How much is a taxi from Miami airport to the cruise port?
There is no flat fare; the county meter applies. Trips from MIA have a $15 minimum, MIA adds a $2 fee, and SUVs and vans cost 30% more.
How much is parking at the Miami cruise port?
Most port garages are $28 a day overnight; Garages AA and B are $35. Stays without an overnight are $10 a day, or $20 at Garage AA. Royal Caribbean's Garage A is booked through Royal Miami Parking.
Can you walk from the Miami cruise port to downtown?
Yes, from Terminal F or J: the port suggests the north side of the PortMiami Bridge. Allow 30 to 40 minutes to Bayside Marketplace. From AA or B, a taxi or ride-share is simpler.
What are the best beaches near the Miami cruise port?
South Beach, on Miami Beach, which has more than 7 miles of sand. The port also points to the county's other beaches.
What are the things to do near the Miami cruise port?
The port names Bayside Marketplace, Frost Science, the Pérez Art Museum, Vizcaya, Jungle Island and the Miami Design District, plus the Deering Estate and the county's beaches.
When is hurricane season in Miami?
June 1 to November 30. An average season has 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.
Photos: Miami: P. Hughes (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Vizcaya: Averette (CC BY 3.0) · Lifeguard stand: Radomianin (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Domino Park: Phillip Pessar (CC BY 2.0) · Pérez Art Museum: Phillip Pessar (CC BY 2.0) · Ocean Drive: Robbschultz69 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Cruise ship in port: Tips For Travellers (CC BY 2.0). Cropped for display.