Port Canaveral, United States

Cruise Port

Port Canaveral

Port in Florida, United States.

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Overview

Port Canaveral is a cruise port in United States. It lies on the coast at approximately 28.41, -80.61.

About Port Canaveral

Port Canaveral is a cruise, cargo, and naval port in Brevard County, Florida, United States. As of 2025, the port has the busiest cruise terminals in the world with over 8.6 million revenue passenger movements during the fiscal year. Additionally, over 5.4 million tonnes of bulk cargo moves through each year.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Port Canaveral — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Port Canaveral

Exploration Tower, Port Canaveral, Florida
Exploration Tower, Port Canaveral, Florida
FloridaPorts
FloridaPorts
Port canaveral welcome sign
Port canaveral welcome sign
Port Canaveral Panorama 10-2019
Port Canaveral Panorama 10-2019

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 31°C in Jul and coolest around 21°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
21°
13°
Feb
24°
15°
Mar
26°
17°
Apr
26°
19°
May
28°
21°
Jun
30°
23°
Jul
31°
24°
Aug
31°
25°
Sep
29°
23°
Oct
28°
21°
Nov
24°
18°
Dec
23°
15°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Port Canaveral the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Port Canaveral, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →