Holiday Alert

In observance of the upcoming Christmas holiday, the Port Everglades administrative offices will be closed on Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26. However, the building will remain open during normal business hours for tenants. Port Operations marine services will be provided at standard levels without interruption on a 24/7 basis.

Port users and visitor should expect traffic delays through Monday, January 5th, and allow for additional drive time. Taxis, ride-share services and carpooling are encouraged as parking will be limited. Motorist are encouraged to use the entrances located at I-595/Eller Drive; Federal Hwy (US 1)/State Road 84/; and SE 17th St./Eisenhower Blvd. Drivers traveling to Terminals 2 or 4 from Federal Hwy/US 1 should also take the new Convention Center Connector whenever possible.  

Tides & Currents
Tides & Currents

Cruising

Port Everglades offers everything under the sun from Caribbean cruises to world voyages to fast ferry getaways -- all from the vacation paradise of Greater Fort Lauderdale in Broward County. Check out our 2026 Cruise Guide to learn more about cruising from Port Everglades.

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Quick Facts

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is located next to the port
  • Taxis, shuttles and rideshares are available
  • Three conveniently located entrances off interstates, highways and Florida's Turnpike
  • Multiday cruise lines and a daily ferry service to the Bahamas
  • Have your cruise documents and government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) ready when arriving at the port's security checkpoint 
  • Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel, the only on-port accommodations, is now open. Find hotels for your pre- and post-cruise at Visit Lauderdale
  • Motorists picking up cruise passengers can wait in our free cell phone lot until their party is ready for pickup
  • For questions, or more information, email CruisePortEverglades@broward.org or call 954-468-3720

This is Us!

Port Everglades entrance channel with cruise ship

Cruise and Play

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Extend Your Stay

We're located in the heart of a major vacation destination. Consider arriving a few days early or stay a few days after your cruise and explore our dynamic, multi-cultural paradise.

There are plenty of quick sightseeing options if you only have a few hours to spare.  

For cruisers flying in and out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, visit FLL.net for flight and parking information and an airport guide.

Fun Facts

  • Over 4.7 million cruise passengers in FY2025
  • Second year-round homeport for Disney Cruise Line 
  • 9 cruise lines, 1 ferry service to the Bahamas
  • Only seaport in the U.S. adjacent to an international airport