Cruises from Tampa 2026 - 2027

Located on the banks of the Hillsborough River, downtown Tampa benefits from its proximity to the port. During a Tampa stopover, cruise passengers can explore the city in a matter of hours. Not far from the cruise terminal is the Florida Aquarium and the Ybor City.

 

- Places to Visit and Things to Do

 

Tampa takes advantage of its strategic location on the Gulf of Mexico. As a port city in Florida, it is the docking place for cruise ships, bulk carriers and freighters.

The best way to discover Tampa is to start in Ybor City. This neighborhood is a testament to the city's glorious past with cigar manufacturing in the 20th century. As you stroll through these streets, you'll discover many factories that have been transformed into hotels, restaurants and shopping centers. Ybor City is also home to the Ybor City Museum State Park, which tells the story of the city in the first half of the 20th century. The Tampa Museum of Art is the place to be to admire an important collection of objects dating from Greek and Roman antiquity.

The city is also known for its famous Florida Aquarium. It allows visitors to contemplate the wonders of the underwater world. To relax, head to Lettuce Lake Park where you can take a walk through trails dotted with oak, pine and cypress trees. The park is also the natural home of alligators, snakes and egrets.

 

Going on a cruise from Tampa?

 

Here is the practical information about this port.

- Country of the port: United States (US)

- Type of port: maritime

- Main destination: Mexico

- Departure terminal: J3

 

Where is the port of Tampa located?

 

The seaport of Tampa in United States (US) is located at 1101 canalelside dr, tampa, fl 33602, USA. Here are the GPS coordinates 27.9503967, -82.445068800002. The port is located 1.2 km from downtown and 15.6 km from the nearest airport. The opening hours are 8am to 1pm and 2pm to 6pm.

 

How to get to the port?

 

Getting to the Port of Tampa is easy. You can arrive at the port by car and park at the nearest parking lot located less than 6.7 km from the port and whose address is 1063 canalelside dr, tampa, fl 33602, USA. Regarding the price of the parking, count on a fixed price of approximately 91 € for one week of parking. Otherwise, you can use public transportation and come by cab or shuttle.

 

Which cruise lines depart from Tampa?

 

Prestigious companies are available, including Norwegian Cruise Line. Ships like the Norwegian Getaway sail with Mexico as their main destination.

 

 

What services and amenities can I find at the port?

 

Services and amenities include: restrooms, beverage and snack vending machines, waiting room, car rentals.