Homeport guide
Homeport: where cruises start and end. Plan parking, arrival and a pre-cruise hotel night.
Parking: Official port lots run about $22–$35/day before fees, depending on lot and covered/uncovered (Port of Galveston).
Getting there: Houston Hobby (HOU) is about 40 miles / 45–60 minutes; Houston Bush (IAH) about 70 miles / 75–90 minutes. Allow for I-45 traffic.
Hotels nearby: Galveston Island hotels along the Seawall or downtown Strand; or stay near Hobby.
Rates are as published by the sources below and change often.
Where ships dock
- Galveston cruise terminals 10, 16, 25 and 28
Getting to town
Houston Hobby (HOU) is about 40 miles / 45–60 minutes; Houston Bush (IAH) about 70 miles / 75–90 minutes. Allow for I-45 traffic.
Official port lots run about $22–$35/day before fees, depending on lot and covered/uncovered (Port of Galveston).
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: U.S. dollar.
Top sights nearby
- The Strand historic district
- Moody Gardens
- Seawall beaches
Safety & tips
- Don't fly in the same day if you can avoid it.
- Weather and fog can delay sailings.
- Pre-book parking.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Arrive in your assigned check-in window; boarding usually closes 60–90 minutes before departure (check your line).
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.