Port Canaveral Terminal 3 Guide

Terminal 3 at Port Canaveral serves Carnival Cruise Line and Margaritaville at Sea. This terminal handles Carnival's shorter Bahamas sailings and Margaritaville at Sea's budget-friendly voyages to the Bahamas. The terminal features standard check-in facilities, curbside luggage drop-off, and covered waiting areas. It is one of the older terminals at the port but is well maintained and functional.

Terminal Details

  • ✓Port: Port Canaveral
  • ✓Terminal: Terminal 3
  • ✓Cruise Lines: Carnival Cruise Line, Margaritaville at Sea
  • ✓Address: 6650 N Atlantic Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920

Parking at Port Canaveral Terminal 3

Parking at Terminal 3 runs approximately $17 per day for uncovered spots and $22 per day for covered garage parking. Pre-book online at portcanaveral.com to guarantee your spot. Cruise parking for 7 nights costs $119 to $154. The parking garage is directly adjacent to the terminal entrance.

Check-in & Embarkation

Check-in opens at approximately 11:30 AM for Carnival sailings and 12:00 PM for Margaritaville at Sea. Complete online check-in before arriving to speed up the process. Curbside porters handle luggage for a recommended tip of $5 per bag. Bring your digital boarding pass on your phone or printed.

Nearby Hotels

Nearby hotels include Radisson Resort at the Port (0.3 miles), Country Inn and Suites Cape Canaveral (0.8 miles), Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral (1 mile), Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach (2.5 miles), and Homewood Suites Cape Canaveral (1.2 miles).

Restaurants & Dining

Grab a pre-cruise meal at Grills Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar, Fishlips Waterfront Bar and Grill, or Rusty's Seafood and Oyster Bar in the Cove at Port Canaveral. For beachside dining, try Coconuts on the Beach or the Sandbar Sports Grill in Cocoa Beach, both about 10 minutes south.

Things to Do Before Boarding

Explore the Cove at Port Canaveral for shopping, dining, and waterfront views. Visit the Exploration Tower for panoramic views of the port and rocket launch pads. Jetty Park Beach is nearby for a quick swim before your cruise. Ron Jon Surf Shop in Cocoa Beach is a 10-minute drive south.

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