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Cruises from Tampa: lines, ships, itineraries and tips
Port Tampa Bay has 350 cruise departures on its schedule from October 22, 2026 to September 30, 2027, on 9 ships from 6 cruise lines. This guide sums up what sails, where it goes, how long it lasts, and how to get to the ship. Every number here comes from our departures table, refreshed weekly from the port's official schedule.
Cruise lines and ships sailing from Tampa
| Line | Ships (sailings) | Sailings | Lengths | Season | Lowest starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean International | Radiance of the Seas (61), Enchantment of the Seas (48), Jewel of the Seas (38) | 147 | 4 to 9 nights | October 2026 to September 2027 | from $199 |
| Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Paradise (70), Carnival Legend (20) | 90 | 4 to 16 nights | October 2026 to September 2027 | from $226 |
| Margaritaville at Sea | Margaritaville at Sea Islander (65) | 65 | 4 to 10 nights | October 2026 to September 2027 | not shown |
| Celebrity Cruises | Celebrity Summit (26) | 26 | 4 to 15 nights | October 2026 to April 2027 | from $458 |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Gem (20) | 20 | 4 to 12 nights | November 2026 to April 2027 | not shown |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | Seven Seas Mariner (2) | 2 | 10 to 14 nights | December 2026 | not shown |
Starting prices are per person, two guests sharing a room, from the lines' public prices as of our last weekly check. Prices change daily; Alain confirms the real price before you pay.
Typical itineraries and lengths
- 3 to 5 nights: 187 sailings. Usually Cozumel alone, or Cozumel with Costa Maya, Progreso or Key West. Good for a first cruise or a long weekend.
- 6 to 8 nights: 141 sailings. Western Caribbean loops such as Cozumel, Roatan, Belize City and Costa Maya, plus some Bahamas, Grand Cayman and Jamaica routes.
- 9 nights or more: 16 sailings. Longer Caribbean routes and a few one way repositioning voyages, such as the Panama Canal.
Most visited ports on the current schedule: Cozumel (279), Costa Maya (131), Roatan (89), Belize City (68), Grand Cayman (42), Nassau (27), Progreso (27), Key West (19). Browse every date on cruises by month or by ship.
The cruise terminals at Port Tampa Bay
All three terminals are in the Channel District near downtown Tampa, a short ride from Tampa International Airport. Which lines use each one on the current schedule:
- Terminal 2, 651 Channelside Dr: Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Royal Caribbean International
- Terminal 3, 815 Channelside Dr: Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International
- Terminal 6, 1331 McKay Street: Celebrity Cruises, Margaritaville at Sea, Norwegian Cruise Line
Lines can switch terminals for a single sailing, so check your cruise documents. Our departures table shows the terminal the port lists for each date.
Parking and getting to the port
The port's garage is at 810 Channelside Dr, with more parking at 1331 McKay St beside Terminal 6. Rates, valet, drop off routes and accessible parking are on our Tampa cruise parking page. Flying in? See airport to port, and if you arrive the night before, hotels near the port.
Leave extra time on Lightning and Buccaneers game days: Channelside Drive gets busy, and our departures table flags those sailings.
Best time to cruise from Tampa
Tampa is busiest in winter and spring. The months with the most sailings are January 2027 (43), November 2026 (41), December 2026 (40); the quietest are August 2027 (18), June 2027 (22). Some ships only sail from Tampa part of the year, so winter has the widest choice. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30; summer and fall sailings are often cheaper but can change ports because of weather.
How to book a cruise from Tampa with Alain
Sail From Tampa is run with Alain at Travels with Alain. Find a sailing you like and press I'm interested on its row or page, or send Alain a request. He checks the current price and room options, answers your questions, and books it for you. You can also write to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
Which cruise lines sail from Tampa?
From October 22, 2026 to September 30, 2027 the Port Tampa Bay schedule lists 350 sailings by 6 lines: Royal Caribbean International (147), Carnival Cruise Line (90), Margaritaville at Sea (65), Celebrity Cruises (26), Norwegian Cruise Line (20), Regent Seven Seas Cruises (2).
How long are cruises from Tampa?
Most are short. Of the 344 sailings with a published itinerary, 187 (54%) are 3 to 5 nights, 141 are 6 to 8 nights and 16 are 9 nights or longer.
Where do cruises from Tampa go?
Mostly the Western Caribbean and Mexico. The most visited ports on the current schedule are Cozumel (279 sailings), Costa Maya (131 sailings), Roatan (89 sailings), Belize City (68 sailings), Grand Cayman (42 sailings). Some sailings also visit Key West, the Bahamas or Jamaica.
Which terminal does my cruise leave from?
Port Tampa Bay uses Terminals 2, 3 and 6 in the Channel District. Your cruise documents name your terminal, and our departures table shows the terminal the port lists for each sailing.
Where do I park for a Tampa cruise?
The port runs its own parking garage at 810 Channelside Dr and a lot at 1331 McKay St by Terminal 6. Our parking page has rates, drop off routes and accessible parking rules.
What is the best time to cruise from Tampa?
The busiest months on the current schedule are January 2027 (43 sailings), November 2026 (41 sailings), December 2026 (40 sailings). Winter and spring have the most choice and the calmest weather. Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, so summer and fall sailings are fewer and can change route.
How do I book a cruise from Tampa?
Pick a sailing on Sail From Tampa and press I'm interested, or send a request to Alain at Travels with Alain. He confirms the current price and books it for you.