A Complete Guide to Port Everglades Cruise Parking in 2026

Port Everglades, located in Fort Lauderdale, is one of the top five busiest cruise ports in the world. The cruise lines that typically sail from Port Everglades include: Princess, Holland America, Disney, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Crystal, and VIking.

If your next cruise departs from Port Everglades, and you are planning to drive to the port, we answer all of your questions about parking for the Port Everglades cruise port.

Guide to Cruise Parking at Port Everglades

Once you have decided to drive to the Port Everglades cruise port, you need to take a few things into consideration. Bad weather, construction delays, a flat tire, or mechanical issues with your car can add additional hours of travel to reach Port Everglades. Don’t cut your arrival too close to final boarding time. In fact, we always recommend that those who fly in, should arrive a day early.

That same advice also holds true for driving, especially if you have driven from far away. It’s worth the stress relief knowing that you have arrived and are an easy drive or shuttle ride to your cruise terminal at Port Everglades the next morning.

 Being rested and unrushed prepares you for enjoying every moment of your cruise.

With over 4.5 million passengers per year sailing from this port, it’s no surprise that Port Everglades provides over 5,500 parking spaces in several fenced surface parking lots and two parking garages.

While parking at Port Everglades itself is likely the easiest and most convenient option, you should be aware that there are other options available for parking including off-site parking and park and cruise options that you should consider. This way, you can make an informed decision as to which option best fits your needs.

For more information on Port Everglades and which cruise lines sail from which terminals, check out our complete guide to the port.

Parking at Port Everglades

The parking areas at Port Everglades include Parking Lots A, B, and C along with two garages – Heron and Palm. The good news is that parking on site at Port Everglades offers convenient and secure facilities.

Price: Convenience often comes with a higher price tag. Parking right at the port has a maximum daily charge of $20 for a standard vehicle. Oversized vehicles pay a daily maximum of $25. Since parking is charged by the day, you are charged for both the day you first park the car as well as the day you retrieve your car — and of course all the days in between.

Forms of payment are both credit cards and cash. There are contactless payment machines in both the garages and the parking lots. Keep in mind that there are no cashiers at the exits. When entering the parking area, take the ticket and keep it with you. That way you can pay for your parking before retrieving your car when you return from your cruise.

Location: Directly at or within easy walking distance to the cruise terminals. All pre-boarding paperwork should tell you at which terminal your ship is located, as well as multiple signage areas at the port.

Shuttle: Not needed for most parking areas, but there is complimentary shuttle service between the Palm Garage and Terminal 29.

Note: Port Everglades parking facilities do not accept reservations or pre-payment for parking. Disabled parking is available and may be complimentary in certain cases, if you have the correct waiver. Being a resident of Florida makes getting a waiver a bit simpler. For more assistance or instructions about disabled parking, call SP Plus at 954-468-4680.

Third-Party Parking Options

Two of the best options if you’re not planning to park at the port are Park by the Ports and Park ‘N Go, which both offer free shuttle rides to Port Everglades.

Park by the Ports

Park by the Ports is a third-party offsite lot, located inside The Casino @ Dania Beach. It’s about a three-mile, 10-minute drive to Port Everglades. Shuttles run between the cruise port and parking lot continuously from 7 am to 2 pm on embarkation/debarkation days.

Price: Parking costs $7.99 to $15.99 per day (the majority of the time it’s on the low end of that spectrum). Shuttle service is complimentary for the first four guests in a vehicle; it costs $10 per person beyond that.

Forms of payment are credit or debit cards. You can make a reservation online, which Park by the Ports recommends doing and gets you a better rate, or you can pay upon arrival — though in that case you will not have a reservation and space is not guaranteed.

Location: 100 Fronton Blvd, Dania Beach, FL 33004

Shuttle: 10-minute shuttle rides to the cruise port run from 7 am to 2 pm on embarkation day, every 15-30 minutes. For disembarking guests, shuttles run about every 40-50 minutes from 9 am to 11 am.

Notes: RV and boat trailer parking is not permitted at Park by the Ports.

Park ‘N Go

Park ‘N Go is located very close to Port Everglades, less than a mile down the road. It’s also used as a third-party lot for travelers heading to/from the airport. Staff at the facility offer help with luggage if needed, as well as complimentary jump-start and tire assistance.

Price: Parking starts at $11.50 per calendar day if you reserve and pay in advance. If you pay at the lot, it costs $15 per calendar day. Park ‘N Go offers free shuttle service to the port, which will meet you at your vehicle.

Forms of payment are credit or debit cards. You can make a reservation and pay online all at once, or you can reserve online and pay once you arrive. If there is space available, drive-ups are also accepted.

Location: 1101 Eller Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Shuttle: Complimentary shuttles are offered straight from your vehicle to the port.

Hotel Park and Stay

If you are arriving a day or two before your cruise, a park and stay hotel may be a good option. Often the parking fare for the duration of your cruise is included with paying a higher price for the room. Many of these hotels even offer complimentary shuttles to Port Everglades on your embarkation day.

Below are some popular hotels options that offer park and stay packages listed in order of distance from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale.

• Renaissance Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port Hotel (0.1 miles to cruise port)
• Holiday Inn Express Cruise Airport (0.1 miles to cruise port)
• Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port (0.5 miles to cruise port)
• Embassy Suites by Hilton Fort Lauderdale (0.7 miles to cruise port)
• Hampton Inn Ft Lauderdale-Airport North (2.5 miles to cruise port)
• Candlewood Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise (2.5 miles to cruise port)
• Rodeway Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport – Port Everglades Cruise Port (5 miles to cruise port)
• Homewood Suites By Hilton Fort Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port (5.5 miles to cruise port)
• Fairfield Inn & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port (5.5 miles to cruise port)
• Residence Inn By Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port (6 miles to cruise port)
• Courtyard By Marriott Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port (6 miles to cruise port)
• Cambria Hotel & Suites Ft Lauderdale Airport South & Cruise Port (6.5 miles to cruise port)
• Hilton Garden Inn Fort Lauderdale (7 miles to cruise port)
• Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport/Cruise Port (7 miles)
• SpringHill Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port (7 miles)

Saving the Best Option For Last

If you have friends or family who live near the port, you might be able to stay with them and leave your car with them. They might even agree to drive you to the port. Or, maybe they live elsewhere in Florida near the Brightline train, which runs between Orlando and Miami, with limited stops between, including one at Fort Lauderdale.

Considerations for Parking at Port Everglades or Elsewhere

• Figure out what the value of your time is. Remember that you are here for a cruise. Do you want to spend hours figuring out parking alternatives to save a few bucks? Likely, you have saved a lot by driving rather than flying anyway.
• Check out reviews of the parking lots that you are considering.
• If you need a shuttle to the cruise port, be sure that the shuttle service can carry all of your luggage and inquire about potential fees.
• Be sure to allow plenty of time for taking a shuttle or other transportation to Port Everglades.
• Drop off your passengers and all luggage at your designated cruise terminal before parking your vehicle.
• Make note of where you parked. You will need to call for the shuttle when you get back. Take a photo of the nearest sign or landmark.
• Remember how you dropped off your passengers and luggage before heading to the parking lot? When you return, do the opposite. Leave the others with all the luggage at the terminal and retrieve your vehicle.
• If you park at a surface lot, put a sun blocker in your windshield to protect your vehicle from the scorching sun.
• If you are traveling with kids who need a car seat, don’t forget to grab it if you are planning on renting a car for independent exploration in a port of call.
• Carry a spare set of keys that you keep with you.
• Don’t wait until the last minute to reserve your parking space if you’re not parking at Port Everglades.

Final Thoughts

With advance preparation, drivers can make the process of finding parking for their cruise go smoothly. Choosing Port Everglades parking takes much less thought than other parking locations, but they are certainly viable options if you are looking to save money.

Remember that it’s your vacation. Choose the parking option that works best for you and gets you to your cruise ship safely and easily.

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