Homeport guide
Homeport: where cruises start and end. Plan parking, arrival and a pre-cruise hotel night.
Parking: Passenger-vehicle parking is $19/day, effective Oct 1, 2026 (Port Tampa Bay tariff notice).
Getting there: Tampa International Airport (TPA) is about 15–20 minutes away.
Hotels nearby: Downtown and Channel District hotels are walkable or a short ride.
Rates are as published by the sources below and change often.
Where ships dock
- Port Tampa Bay cruise terminals 2, 3 and 6 (Channelside)
Getting to town
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is about 15–20 minutes away.
Passenger-vehicle parking is $19/day, effective Oct 1, 2026 (Port Tampa Bay tariff notice).
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: U.S. dollar.
Top sights nearby
- Tampa Riverwalk
- Florida Aquarium (next to the terminals)
- Ybor City
Safety & tips
- Ships pass under the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
- Check your terminal.
- Channelside has easy restaurants.
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.