Port of Miami parking costs $28 a day at the county-run garages and $35 a day at Garages AA and B, so a 7-night cruise usually runs about $196 to $280 on the port. Off-site lots with a free shuttle cost roughly $100 to $150 for the same week. Your terminal decides which garage to use, and the tables below match each one.
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Rates in this guide were checked against PortMiami’s published parking page and its Terminal Tariff No. 010, effective October 1, 2026, in November 2026. Plenty of older guides still quote $22 or $25 a day, so treat those figures as out of date.
Port of Miami parking rates in 2026
PortMiami publishes three price levels, depending on who runs the garage.
- Garages C, D, F and G and Surface Lot E: $28 a day for overnight or longer, or $10 for a short-term visit with no overnight stay.
- Garages AA and B: $35 a day for cruise parking. Garage AA charges $20 for short-term, no-overnight parking.
- Garage A: privately owned, so the county tariff does not set its price. The port sends drivers to the Royal Miami Parking website. Independent 2026 guides report about $35 to $38.50 a day, and a booking fee may apply online.
- Oversized vehicles: Surface Lot E is an open lot with no height limit and spaces for vans, RVs and trailers. The port lists $25 per space per day, or $50 a day if you need two spaces.
The port’s rate list does not give a figure for Garages J and K on the south side. Allow for the $28 county rate and confirm it if you are sailing from Terminal J.
How many days will you pay for?
This is the detail most guides skip. The tariff says rates apply to the day a vehicle enters and to each succeeding day it stays, and rates are charged per day or fraction of a day. Read literally, a 7-night cruise could be billed as eight days rather than seven. Many published estimates simply multiply by seven, so budget for both: $196 to $224 at the $28 rate, and $245 to $280 at the $35 rate.
Which garage serves which terminal at PortMiami
Each major terminal has its own garage or lot, and parking at the right one saves a long walk with luggage. This table uses PortMiami’s own terminal and garage listings. Clearance matters if you drive a tall van or have a roof box.
| Terminal | Main cruise line | Where to park | Address | Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA | MSC Cruises | Garage AA | 2200 N Cruise Blvd | 7’0″ |
| A | Royal Caribbean | Garage A | 2000 N Cruise Blvd | 7’2″ (8’0″ on level 2) |
| B | Norwegian Cruise Line | Garage B | 1756 N Cruise Blvd | 7’6″ |
| C | Several lines, varies by ship | Garage C | 1648 N Cruise Blvd | 9’0″ level 1, then 6’10” |
| D | Carnival | Garage D or Surface Lot D | 1400 N Cruise Blvd | 8’2″ level 1, then 6’8″ |
| E | Carnival | Surface Lot E | 625 Florida Way | None (open lot) |
| F | Carnival | Garage G | 921 N America Way | 9’6″ level 1, then 6’11” |
| V | Virgin Voyages | Garage G | 921 N America Way | 9’6″ level 1, then 6’11” |
| J | Small ships and luxury lines | Garage J or K | 1122 and 1124 Caribbean Way | 8’2″ (Garage J upper levels 6’10”) |
Terminal G deserves a separate note. PortMiami lists it as a new Royal Caribbean terminal expected to open in 2027, and reporting on the project says a multi-story garage will be built with it. The port’s garage table still pairs Terminal G with Garage G, so check your cruise documents if your sailing is assigned there. The port’s rate list also names a “Garage F”, but its address table sends Terminal F passengers to Garage G.
Port of Miami parking for Carnival and Royal Caribbean
Carnival uses Terminals D, E and F, and several of its ships can be in port on the same morning. Check your terminal letter before you set off, because Terminal F is served by Garage G rather than a garage with its own letter. Royal Caribbean passengers at Terminal A should book through Royal Miami Parking if you want a space confirmed in advance.
On-site vs off-site: cost for a 7-night cruise
These are approximate totals for one standard car. Ranges allow for seven or eight billed days, and third-party prices move with demand, so check live rates for your dates.
| Option | Typical daily rate | Approx. 7-night cost | Getting to the ship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage C, D or G, or Lot E | $28 | $196 to $224 | Walk from the garage |
| Garage AA or B | $35 | $245 to $280 | Walk from the garage |
| Garage A (Royal Caribbean) | About $35 to $38.50 | $245 to $310 | Walk from the garage |
| Off-site lot, downtown | About $11 to $16 before fees | $100 to $150 with fees | Free shuttle |
| MIA Economy Park and Ride | $12 plus $0.35 per transaction | $140 to $170 with taxis | Taxi or rideshare from MIA |
| MIA Dolphin or Flamingo garage | $25 | $230 to $270 with taxis | Taxi or rideshare from MIA |
| Park-and-cruise hotel | Package | Room plus about $20 to $100 | Hotel shuttle or rideshare |
| Dropped off at the port | None | $30 to $80 round trip by rideshare | Direct to terminal |
Cheap parking near the Port of Miami: off-site lots
Off-site Miami cruise parking is mostly in downtown garages about a mile or two from the port, and it can save around $100 a week. The three operators below all showed as active in 2026, but read the terms carefully, since fees and rules vary.
- Safe Cruise Parking (189 NE 2nd Street): a covered garage with complimentary shuttles that the operator says run every 30 minutes. Published prices run from about $12 to $13 a day before fees to around $15.50 with them, and it may charge for both arrival and departure days.
- Premier Cruise Parking (MET 3 garage, 250 SE 3rd Avenue): covered parking with a 7’0″ clearance. Listings show roughly $10.50 to $16 a day before fees. Booking sites state a shuttle limit of four passengers per trip, a shuttle about every 25 to 30 minutes, cash-only payment of the balance at the lot and possible waits of 30 to 45 minutes at busy times.
- Park N Cruise (1 Herald Plaza): about a mile from the port with a courtesy shuttle to your terminal. Enter your dates on its website for a price.
Before you book, add up the taxes, location fees and booking charges. A low headline rate can rise noticeably at checkout, especially on short cruises. It also pays to check the lot’s return pickup process, as you will usually call or wait for the shuttle after clearing customs.
Parking at Miami International Airport for a cruise
MIA parking suits passengers flying in from elsewhere or combining a cruise with a flight, though it rarely beats a downtown lot on price. Garage parking at Dolphin and Flamingo is capped at $25 a day, with a 45-day maximum stay. Economy Park and Ride is capped at $12 a day plus a $0.35 convenience fee. Dolphin and Flamingo can be prepaid up to a year ahead, with a $2.99 fee.
You still need a ride to the port. One 2026 guide lists a $27 flat taxi fare from MIA to PortMiami, which you should confirm with the driver before leaving, plus tip. Two trips add around $55 to $70, which removes most of the saving compared with an off-site lot.
Park-and-cruise hotels near PortMiami
A park-and-cruise hotel gives you a night’s sleep before sailing and parking for the length of your trip, which takes the risk out of a morning drive. Package terms change often, and a parking deal does not always include a shuttle, so confirm what is included directly with the hotel. These are hotels with cruise packages or shuttle terms reported in 2026.
| Hotel | Reported parking terms | Getting to the port |
|---|---|---|
| Sonesta Miami Airport | Cruise and Snooze package includes parking; standard self-parking $23 a night plus tax | Shuttle about $17 per person at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. |
| Hilton Miami Downtown | Package with up to about 7 nights’ parking | Third-party shuttle, Friday to Monday; check the cost |
| SpringHill Suites Miami Downtown/Medical Center | About $10 a day for up to 7 nights | One-way transfer for two in its Breakfast to Boarding package, for stays to December 31, 2026 |
| DoubleTree by Hilton Biscayne Bay | Up to about 8 nights, around $100 over the room rate | One-way shuttle for two |
| Hyatt Place Miami Airport-West/Doral | Up to 14 nights | One-way transport to the port |
Compare the package price with the plain room rate. A package only makes sense if the difference is less than port or off-site parking would cost. If you fly in and do not need parking at all, it may be simpler to compare standard hotels with a shuttle. Passengers sailing from the other side of South Florida can look at hotels near the Fort Lauderdale cruise port and airport.
Practical tips for parking at the port
- Carry a credit card or cash. PortMiami says debit cards are not accepted at the port. Cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover are accepted.
- Drop off first. The port recommends dropping passengers and luggage at the terminal before parking, when you can.
- Keep your ticket safe. A lost ticket is charged at $275 under the tariff.
- Arrive during staffed hours. Garages are open and staffed from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. on cruise days.
- Check disability rules before you travel. Vehicles with a disabled permit generally pay standard rates after two complimentary hours. Vehicles with specialized equipment such as ramps or hand controls, and those with Florida disabled veteran plates, are exempt when carrying the permit holder.
- Know the terminal-change shuttle. The port’s free shuttle runs on cruise days only, and is intended for ships that depart from one terminal and return to another.
If you are still choosing a departure, our guide to cruise ports in Florida compares the state’s main homeports, and our round-up of the cheapest 7-day cruises from Florida can help you balance fare and parking. For sailings further ahead, browse current cruise deals for 2027.
FAQs
Where do you park at the Miami cruise port?
Park in the garage assigned to your terminal: Garage A for Royal Caribbean at Terminal A, Garage B for Norwegian, Garage AA for MSC, Garage D or Surface Lot E for Carnival at D and E, and Garage G for Carnival at Terminal F and Virgin Voyages at Terminal V. Your boarding documents show the terminal letter.
How much is parking at the Port of Miami per day?
The county rate for long-term parking is $28 a day under the tariff effective October 1, 2026. Garages AA and B cost $35 a day. Terminal A’s garage is privately run and sets its own price, recently reported at about $35 to $38.50 a day.
Do I need to reserve parking at PortMiami?
Garages C, D and G and Lot E are generally pay-on-site. Terminal A parking is reserved through Royal Miami Parking and Terminal B through Norwegian’s ParkWhiz link. Off-site lots should be booked ahead, because popular sailing dates can sell out.
How do I know which terminal my Royal Caribbean cruise uses?
Check your SetSail Pass or boarding documents, which show the terminal for your sailing. Royal Caribbean mainly uses Terminal A, but confirm before you drive, since the new Terminal G is still being built and assignments can change.
Is there free parking near the Port of Miami?
No general free cruise parking exists at the port. Some vehicles with specialized disability equipment or Florida disabled veteran plates are exempt from charges, and a few hotel packages bundle parking into the room rate. Being dropped off is the only way to pay nothing for parking.