Terminals
All three are in the Channel District, Tampa, FL 33602:
- Cruise Terminal 2: 651 Channelside Drive
- Cruise Terminal 3: 815 Channelside Drive
- Cruise Terminal 6: 1333 McKay Street
Your cruise documents show your terminal.
Getting there
- Airport: The port says Tampa International Airport is about 15 minutes from downtown's Channelside District.
- Car, taxi or rideshare: Follow signs to the Channel District and your terminal.
Parking
The port's parking garage is across the street from Terminal 3, and on-site signs direct cruisers. Reserve ahead on porttb.com. Florida law exempts some vehicles (disabled-veteran plates, specially equipped vehicles, Florida Toll Exemption permits) from parking charges; bring your license and registration.
Luggage and lost items
- No luggage storage is available at any terminal for early arrivals, for security reasons. The port says the Florida Aquarium (701 Channelside Dr, next to Terminal 2) stores luggage free with a discounted admission ticket.
- The port has no lost and found. Report lost or damaged bags to your cruise line.
- For travel document rules, check with your cruise line.
Before or after your cruise
The port points to the Florida Aquarium, Sparkman Wharf, Water Street, Ybor City and the Riverwalk downtown, plus Clearwater and St. Pete Beach and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Ask us to add a pre-cruise hotel night.
FAQs
How many cruise terminals does Port Tampa Bay have?
Three: Terminal 2 (651 Channelside Dr), Terminal 3 (815 Channelside Dr) and Terminal 6 (1333 McKay St), all in the Channel District.
Which cruise lines sail from Tampa?
Port Tampa Bay lists Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Norwegian and Margaritaville at Sea as homeported lines.
How far is Tampa International Airport from the cruise port?
About 15 minutes from the Channelside District, per the port.
Where do I park for a Tampa cruise?
The port's garage is across the street from Terminal 3, with signs on site. You can reserve ahead on the port's website.
Can I store luggage at the Tampa cruise terminals?
No. The port says there's no luggage storage at the terminals. The Florida Aquarium next to Terminal 2 stores bags free with a discounted admission ticket.
Is parking free for disabled travelers at Port Tampa Bay?
Only for vehicles Florida law exempts, such as Florida disabled-veteran plates, specially equipped vehicles and Florida Toll Exemption permits. Others pay posted rates.
Does Port Tampa Bay have a lost and found?
No. Contact your cruise line about lost or damaged luggage.
What is there to do near the Tampa cruise port?
The Florida Aquarium, Sparkman Wharf, Water Street, Ybor City and the Riverwalk are nearby, with Clearwater, St. Pete Beach and Busch Gardens a drive away.
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