Port overview
Port of Galveston at a glance
The Port of Galveston is the fourth-busiest cruise homeport in North America, serving Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney, and Norwegian sailings to the Western Caribbean and Mexico.
Our AIS tracking recorded 72 cruise ship calls at Port of Galveston since Jul 2026, about 5.1 a week, from 3 cruise lines. The busiest lines are Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, MSC Cruises.
- Nearby now
- 1
- Ship calls, since Jul 2026
- 72
- Ships seen
- 6
- Cruise lines seen
- 3
- Port type
- Turnaround Port
- Time zone
- Central Time
- Terminals
- 1
- Annual passengers
- 3.8M
- UN/LOCODE
- USGLS
- Also known as
- Galveston Cruise Terminal, Galveston Wharves
Cruises from Port of Galveston from $515
5 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Mariner of the Seas
Oct 17, 2026 · 5 nights
Caribbean
4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Mariner of the Seas
Oct 22, 2026 · 4 nights
Caribbean
Live data
1 Nearby Right Now
Live positions updated 1 day ago
Ship calls, since Jul 2026
Who calls here most
Ships
- Mariner of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International17 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Carnival DreamCarnival Cruise Line14 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Symphony of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International13 calls in the since Jul 2026
- MSC SeascapeMSC Cruises10 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Carnival BreezeCarnival Cruise Line9 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Carnival JubileeCarnival Cruise Line9 calls in the since Jul 2026
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Cruises sailing from Port of GalvestonFAQ
Questions about Port of Galveston
What cruise ships visit Port of Galveston?
Port of Galveston is visited by cruise ships from major cruise lines throughout the year. You can see which ships are currently near Port of Galveston and recent arrivals on the port's live tracking page at /ports/galveston.
Where is Port of Galveston located?
Port of Galveston is located in Galveston, Texas, United States.
What is the best time to visit Port of Galveston?
The best time to visit Port of Galveston depends on the cruise season for Texas. Check the seasonality page at /ports/galveston/seasonality for month-by-month ship visit data and peak travel periods.
What shore excursions are available at Port of Galveston?
Port of Galveston offers a variety of shore excursions including guided tours, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Popular activities in Galveston include sightseeing, local cuisine tours, and historical site visits. You can also book excursions independently through platforms like Klook and Viator.
How do I get from Port of Galveston to Galveston?
From Port of Galveston, you can reach Galveston by taxi, public transport, or shuttle services. Many cruise lines also offer shuttle services into town.
Is Port of Galveston a turnaround port?
Yes, Port of Galveston is a turnaround port where cruises can embark and disembark. This means you can start or end your cruise here.
