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 87 cruise ship calls at Port of Galveston since Jul 2026, about 5.3 a week, from 3 cruise lines. The busiest lines are Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean International, MSC Cruises.
Cruise ships in Port of Galveston todayRecent arrivals at Port of Galveston
- In port now
- 2
- Ship calls, since Jul 2026
- 87
- Ships seen
- 7
- Cruise lines seen
- 3
observed tracked since Jul 1, 2026; we capture most, not all, calls. How we track ships
- 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 $276
7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Oct 25, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
4 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Mariner of the Seas
Oct 26, 2026 · 4 nights
Caribbean
7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
Live data
2 In Port Now
Live positions updated 36 minutes ago
Ship calls, since Jul 2026
Who calls here most
observed tracked since Jul 1, 2026; we capture most, not all, calls. How we track ships
Ships
- Mariner of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International21 calls since Jul 2026
- Carnival DreamCarnival Cruise Line16 calls since Jul 2026
- Symphony of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International15 calls since Jul 2026
- MSC SeascapeMSC Cruises12 calls since Jul 2026
- Carnival BreezeCarnival Cruise Line11 calls since Jul 2026
- Carnival JubileeCarnival Cruise Line10 calls since Jul 2026
- Carnival MiracleCarnival Cruise Line2 calls 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.
