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Port Tampa Bay cruise port

Port Tampa Bay Port Timeline

Ship visit history and traffic patterns

20 visits, last 30 days

Last 30 Days

Ship visits by day

Times are Tampa local time (Eastern Time).

Tue, Oct 27 · 1 call

Mon, Oct 26 · 1 call

Sun, Oct 25 · 1 call

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 calls

Thu, Oct 22 · 1 call

Mon, Oct 19 · 1 call

Sun, Oct 18 · 2 calls

Sat, Oct 17 · 1 call

Thu, Oct 15 · 1 call

Mon, Oct 12 · 1 call

Sat, Oct 10 · 2 calls

Thu, Oct 8 · 1 call

Mon, Oct 5 · 1 call

Sun, Oct 4 · 1 call

Sat, Oct 3 · 1 call

Thu, Oct 1 · 1 call

Mon, Sep 28 · 1 call

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About the data

Ship Traffic at Port Tampa Bay

Port Tampa Bay is a turnaround cruise port in Tampa, United States. This timeline lists cruise ship arrivals recorded from AIS position data.

Understanding port visits

A visit is recorded when a cruise ship comes within 30 kilometers of Port Tampa Bay and stays in the area. Its length runs from the first position in range until the ship leaves.

Planning your visit

Busier days bring more activity in town and longer lines at popular sights. Use the timeline to find quieter days, or the ships that call here regularly.

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FAQ

Questions about Port Tampa Bay traffic

How many cruise ships visit Port Tampa Bay?

Our tracking recorded 20 ship calls at Port Tampa Bay in the last 30 days, from 5 ships. The number varies by season and cruise line schedules.

Which cruise ships visit Port Tampa Bay most often?

In the last 30 days, the most frequent callers were Carnival Paradise, Radiance of the Seas, Enchantment of the Seas.

How is port visit data collected?

Visits come from AIS (Automatic Identification System) ship tracking. When a cruise ship is detected within 30 km of a port, we record the visit automatically.

What time do cruise ships typically arrive at Port Tampa Bay?

Arrival times vary by ship and itinerary. Most cruise ships arrive in the morning, between 6 and 9 AM, and leave in the evening.

Can I track ships arriving at Port Tampa Bay in real time?

Yes. The live ship map shows cruise ships near Port Tampa Bay as their positions update through the day.