Port Everglades Cruise Parking
Three ways to park for a Port Everglades cruise: park at the terminals for the most convenience, use an off-site park & ride to save money, or bundle parking with a pre-cruise hotel. Here's how they compare and how to choose.
Last updated July 9, 2026
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Compare your options
| Option | Type | To terminal | Shuttle | Reservation | Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northport & Midport Garages (Port-Operated) | Port-operated | At terminal | Walk to terminal | Not required | Mixed |
| Independent Off-Site Park & Cruise Lot | Off-site | ~2 mi | Included | Not required | Varies |
| Hotel Park & Cruise Package | Hotel package | ~3 mi | Included | Required | Varies |
Our take on each option
Northport & Midport Garages (Port-Operated)
Best for Cruisers who want to walk straight from the car to the terminal and don't mind paying on-port rates for that convenience.
- Distance
- At terminal
- Shuttle
- Walk to terminal
- Reservation
- Not required
- Covered
- Mixed
- On port property — the shortest possible walk to most terminals
- No advance booking needed, just drive up
- Accessible parking with elevator access at both garages
- No reservations — arrive early on days when multiple ships are boarding
- Generally costs more per day than off-site lots for longer cruises
Pay on-site when you arrive — check the current posted rate, since the port doesn't accept reservations or advance payment.
See the official parking pageIndependent Off-Site Park & Cruise Lot
Best for Cruisers who want a lower daily rate than on-port parking and don't mind a short shuttle ride instead of walking from the garage.
- Distance
- ~2 mi
- Shuttle
- Included
- Reservation
- Not required
- Covered
- Varies
- Typically cheaper per day than on-port garages for longer cruises
- Shuttle to the terminal is generally included in the rate
- Booking ahead isn't mandatory, though operators recommend it for their best rate
- Adds a shuttle ride and wait versus walking from an on-port garage
- Shuttle schedules generally run cruise-day hours only — confirm timing if your transfer is early or late
- Passenger limits on included shuttle rides — extra riders can cost more
Often cheaper than the port's own garages for a full cruise length — check current price when booking and confirm what's included.
Visit the parking operator's siteHotel Park & Cruise Package
Best for Travelers flying in the day before who want a hotel night, secured parking for the cruise, and a port shuttle all in one reservation.
- Distance
- ~3 mi
- Shuttle
- Included
- Reservation
- Required
- Covered
- Varies
- One booking covers the hotel night, cruise-length parking, and the shuttle
- Useful buffer night if your flight lands the day before embarkation
- Many properties are also near FLL, doubling as a pre-cruise airport-night option
- Can cost more than off-site parking alone if you don't actually need the room
- Availability tightens on popular sailing dates, so book early
Bundled into a one-night room rate — compare the package total against booking a room plus port parking separately, and check current price before reserving.
Check Klook availabilityIf you're driving to Port Everglades, parking is usually your biggest pre-cruise decision. There are three broad options, and the right one depends on how much you value convenience versus cost, and whether you're staying the night before.
The three options
Port-operated parking — the Northport and Midport garages — sits right on port property, the simplest choice: park and walk to the terminal, though which garage you need depends on your terminal. Independent off-site park & cruise lots are a couple of miles away, often cheaper for a full cruise, and include a shuttle — confirm it actually covers your embarkation and return times before booking. Hotel park-and-cruise packages bundle a pre-cruise night with parking for the sailing, worth it mainly if you're staying over anyway — many are based near FLL.
What actually matters
Port Everglades doesn't accept parking reservations or advance payment — you pay on-site by card or cash when you arrive. Which garage you want depends on your terminal: Northport serves Terminals 2 and 4, Midport serves 19, 21, 25, 26, and 29, so confirm your terminal first. The port also recommends dropping passengers and luggage at the curb before you park, rather than hauling bags from the garage. And search "Port Everglades" directly in your GPS rather than entering a street address — the port warns an address can misdirect you.
Prices and shuttle schedules change by season, so we don't publish live rates — check the current price and terms before booking, and confirm your garage against your actual terminal first.
Port Everglades parking FAQ
Can I reserve or prepay for parking at Port Everglades?
No. The port's Northport and Midport garages don't accept reservations or advance payment — you pay on-site by cash, credit, or debit card when you arrive.
How do I know which garage to use?
It depends on your terminal — Northport garage serves Terminals 2 and 4, and Midport garage serves Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26, and 29. Confirm your terminal with your cruise line before you go, since it can change by sailing.
Is there a shuttle from parking to the terminal?
Most on-port garages are a short walk from the terminal. Off-site lots and hotel park-and-cruise packages typically include a shuttle in the price — just confirm the schedule actually runs on your embarkation day.
Should I drop off luggage before I park?
Yes — the port recommends dropping passengers and luggage at the terminal curb first, then parking, rather than trying to carry bags from the garage yourself.
Sources & verification
Parking specifics change often. Confirm current rates, shuttle times, and reservation rules with the operator or the official port site before booking.