Port of Miami Parking Information

The Port of Miami is recognized as the "Cruise Capital of the World" and "Cargo Gateway of the Americas". The port is also an important contributor to the local state and national economies. The Port of Miami serves about 20 shipping lines to destinations over 100 countries and 250 ports across the world. The port serves worldwide markets, such as Asia, Europe, The Middle East, North America and South America.

This world-class seaport lies in Biscayne Bay on Dodge Island in Miami, Florida. Port Boulevard, a bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway connects the port to downtown Miami. Millions of visitors board cruise ships at Port of Miami for Caribbean vacations annually. Passengers driving to the port can park their vehicles for the duration of their cruises. Charged parking is available for all guests.

Port of Miami owns seven parking garages and lots. Convenient parking is available in parking facilities that are located in front of individual cruise terminals. Currently there're three parking garages for Cruise passengers, including Garage C, Garage G and Garage J. All these parking garages have a total capacity of 5,871 parking spaces. 56 parking spaces are handicapped accessible and 7 spaces are prepared for passengers with infants. The top floor is open to air for each garage. There's also one outside Parking Lot available for passengers: Lot #2.

Three other parking facilities include Garage D, Lot D and South Lot. All these parking facilities in the Port of Miami are patrolled by security 24 hours a day. But remember not to leave valuables behind to avoid losses.

Parking Map of Port of Miami

http://www.miamidade.gov/portofmiami/library/port_map_10.pdf

Long-term parking and short-term parking are offered at the Parking Garage/Lot. No reservations are required if you want to park at the port. But you're required to park at the right place depending on your parking time.

Passengers who are leaving for any overnight cruise must park their cars in the long term cruise parking lots. Long-term parking at the Port of Miami for a regular vehicle costs $20 each day. Larger vehicles, like oversized vans, vehicles with trailers and RVs cost $40 per day. All oversized vehicles are only permitted to park in Lot #2.

Short-term parking is available for people who are coming to the Port of Miami, but not for cruising. You may come to drop off or pick up cruise passengers. Then you're permitted to park in the short-term lot. Short-term parking at the port is $7. Overnight parking is not permitted for short-term parking in the parking facilities. There's no valet parking service at the Port of Miami.

Currently, Garage C, Garage G, Garage J and Lot #2 have more payment options. You can pay in cash, or credit card, like Visa, MasterCard & American Express only. Any major U.S. Travelers check is also accepted.

Cruise passengers needing long-term parking can turn to Airport Hotel Parking Packages. It's very economical to select a package. The total package price includes one night's accommodation, free shuttle service and up to 7-14 days or more free parking. These packages offer convenient parking and hotel accommodation options for your cruise vacations. You can also save a considerable amount of parking fees when compared with port parking.

Hyatt Summerfield Suites is located in the Waterford Corporate Park. It offers a package of $189 for king occupancy. This room rate includes 10 nights of parking. If you want to leave your car longer, any additional night will cost $7. Free shuttle service is available from 5 a.m. to 12 Mid to and from the Port of Miami.

Hyatt Summerfield Suites

http://www.hyatt.com/hyatt/summerfield

The Ramada Miami provides a special package of $114 for up to 2 people. Registered hotel guests can enjoy free parking up to 60 days, leaving you enough time to cruise around the world.

More Miami Airport Hotel Parking Packages

http://www.parksleepfly.com/reservation/search.php#null

What are some other methods to reduce costs on parking at the port? Alternatively, you may contact some transportation companies that offer services to the port, instead of driving to the pier. Both Super Shuttle and Go Airport Shuttle serve Greater Miami - Ford Lauderdale/Airports. Besides, the best option to save parking fees is to ask someone to drop you off at the pier.

Super Shuttle

http://www.supershuttle.com

Go Airport Shuttle

http://goairportshuttle.com