Port overview
Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility at a glance
One of the busiest cruise ports in the Caribbean.
Our AIS tracking recorded 32 cruise ship calls at Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility since Jul 2026, about 2.3 a week, from 6 cruise lines. The busiest lines are Royal Caribbean International, Princess Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line.
- In port now
- 0
- Ship calls, since Jul 2026
- 32
- Ships seen
- 10
- Cruise lines seen
- 6
- Port type
- Turnaround Port
- Time zone
- Atlantic Standard Time
- Terminals
- 2
- Annual passengers
- 2.0M
- Max ship length
- 365 m
- UN/LOCODE
- SXPHI
- Also known as
- Philipsburg Cruise Port, St. Maarten Cruise Port
Facilities
- Shopping
- Hotels Nearby
- Taxi Available
Cruises from Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility from $3,202
Live data
Ships at Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility now
No recent ship observations are available near Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility. This does not confirm the port is empty.
Ship calls, since Jul 2026
Who calls here most
Ships
- Rhapsody of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International10 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Icon of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International6 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Regal PrincessPrincess Cruises3 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Carnival MagicCarnival Cruise Line3 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Celebrity BeyondCelebrity Cruises2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Star of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Allure of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Independence of the SeasRoyal Caribbean International2 calls in the since Jul 2026
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Questions about Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility
What cruise ships visit Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility?
Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility is visited by cruise ships from major cruise lines throughout the year. You can see which ships are currently near Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility and recent arrivals on the port's live tracking page at /ports/philipsburg.
Where is Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility located?
Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility is located in Philipsburg, Sint Maarten.
What is the best time to visit Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility?
The best time to visit Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility varies by season. Check the port's seasonality page for detailed month-by-month cruise ship visit data.
What shore excursions are available at Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility?
Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility offers a variety of shore excursions including guided tours, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Popular activities in Philipsburg 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 Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility to Philipsburg?
From Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility, you can reach Philipsburg by taxi, public transport, or shuttle services. Taxi services operate from the cruise terminal. Many cruise lines also offer shuttle services into town.
Is Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility a turnaround port?
Yes, Dr. A.C. Wathey Cruise & Cargo Facility is a turnaround port where cruises can embark and disembark. This means you can start or end your cruise here.
