Cruising from PortMiami
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PortMiami is Miami-Dade County's cruise port, with parking garages beside each cruise terminal. As of October 2026, its official long-term parking rate is $28 per day in Garages C, D, F, G and Surface Lot E, and $35 per day in Garages AA and B. Royal Caribbean's Garage A posts its own rates. Debit cards are not accepted.
| Operator | Miami-Dade County |
|---|---|
| Parking, Garages C, D, F, G and Surface Lot E | $28 per vehicle per day (long-term) |
| Parking, Garage AA | $35 per vehicle per day (long-term) |
| Parking, Garage B (Norwegian) | $35 per vehicle per day |
| Parking, Garage A (Royal Caribbean) | Rates posted by the garage operator |
| Payment | Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover; debit cards not accepted |
| Oversized vehicles | Surface Lot E, special rates |
How much does it cost to park at PortMiami?
As of October 2026, PortMiami's published long-term rates are $28 per vehicle per day in Garages C, D, F, G and Surface Lot E, and $35 per day in Garages AA and B. Garage A, which serves Royal Caribbean, posts its own rates through its operator.
Which garage should I use?
Use the garage that serves your terminal. PortMiami pairs each cruise terminal with a garage, for example Garage AA with Terminal AA and Garage G with Terminals F, G and V. Your cruise documents name your terminal.
Drive and park if you are local and traveling as a group. Use a transfer or rideshare if you are flying into Miami, to avoid a week of parking fees.
How do I pay for parking at PortMiami?
PortMiami accepts cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and U.S. traveler's checks. Debit cards are not accepted, so bring a credit card.
Which cruise lines sail from PortMiami?
PortMiami's cruise lines page lists more than 20 brands, from large lines such as Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC, Celebrity and Princess to smaller luxury and expedition lines.
What documents do I need to sail from Miami?
For a closed-loop cruise, CBP lets U.S. citizens re-enter with a government photo ID plus proof of citizenship. A passport is safer and is required on many longer itineraries. See our passport guide.
How else can I save on a Miami cruise?
Compare parking against a transfer, budget gratuities and extras with our cruise budget guide, and look at nearby Port Everglades if your line sails from both.
Frequently asked questions
- How much is parking at PortMiami?
- As of October 2026, PortMiami lists $28 per day for long-term parking in Garages C, D, F, G and Surface Lot E, and $35 per day in Garages AA and B. Garage A, for Royal Caribbean, posts its own rates.
- Can I pay for PortMiami parking with a debit card?
- No. PortMiami says it accepts cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and U.S. traveler's checks, and that debit cards are not accepted.
- Which cruise lines sail from PortMiami?
- PortMiami's cruise lines page lists more than 20 cruise brands, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC, Celebrity and Princess. Check your booking for your terminal.
- Is there free parking for disabled travelers at PortMiami?
- PortMiami says guests with disabled permits pay standard rates except as Florida law provides, with two free hours. Vehicles with specialized equipment and certain disabled veteran plates are exempt.
- Can I park an RV at PortMiami?
- PortMiami directs oversized vehicles, including RVs and vehicles with trailers, to Surface Lot E at special rates.
Sources
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