FREQUENTLY ASKED CRUISE QUESTIONS
What are the top cruise destinations departing from the Port of Los Angeles?
The top cruise destinations departing from the Port of Los Angeles include:
Mexico
Catalina
Hawaii
California Coastal
Alaska
Where can I find a current cruise schedule?
Visit the Ports America website below for up-to-date cruise schedule information:
Which cruise lines call at the Port of Los Angeles?
Nearly a dozen cruise lines will call at the Port of Los Angeles throughout the year; the following cruise lines have regular ship calls during the 2023 cruise season:
Norwegian Cruise Line: Norwegian Jewel, Norwegian Star, Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Joy
Princess Cruises: Island Princess, Star Princess, Emerald Princess, Ruby Princess, Coral Princess
Royal Caribbean International: Navigator of the Seas
Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity Soltsice, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Eclipse
Click here for a full list of cruise lines that call at the Port of Los Angeles
Who can I talk to about my upcoming Cruise?
It is recommended you contact your cruise line directly for any customer service inquiries:
Celebrity Cruise Line: (888) 751-7804
Cunard Cruise Line: (844) 857-9410
Holland America Line: (855) 932-1711
Oceania Cruises: (866) 323-0049
Norwegian Cruise Line: (866) 234-7350
Princess Cruises: (800) 774-6237
Regent Seven Seas Cruises: (844) 651-7102
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line: (800) 256-6649
Seabourn: (206) 626-8351
Viking Cruises: (877) 567-2799
Click here for current cruise schedule
I'm not sure if my port of call is los angeles or long beach - aren't they the same?
No, the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are two different ports located very close to one another. The Port of Los Angeles operates the World Cruise Center in San Pedro, a community located within the City of Los Angeles. The Long Beach Cruise Terminal is in the nearby City of Long Beach. The easiest way to determine your port of call is to check your itinerary for a seaport code, which are the same as the corresponding airport codes:
Los Angeles (US LAX)
Long Beach (US LGB)
Where is the Los Angeles World Cruise Center located?
The Los Angeles World Cruise Center is operated by Ports America, located at Berth 93, 100 Swinford Street, San Pedro, CA 90731. To contact the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal, call (310) 519-2342 or (310) 561-4992. Visit Los Angeles World Cruise Center for more information.
Click Here to view World Cruise Center in Google Maps
Driving Directions:
The Los Angeles World Cruise Center is in San Pedro is approximately 18 miles (29 kilometers) south of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 25 miles (40 kilometers) south of downtown Los Angeles and 10 miles (16 kilometers) west of Long Beach, with easy freeway access from both directions.
The Los Angeles World Cruise Center is operated by Ports America, located at Berth 93, 100 Swinford Street, San Pedro, CA 90731. To contact the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal, call (310) 519-2342 or (310) 561-4992. Visit Los Angeles World Cruise Center for more information.
From Los Angeles International Airport (LAX):
Travel southbound on the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405), then southbound on the Harbor Freeway (I-110). Exit at Harbor Boulevard and proceed straight through the Harbor Boulevard intersection. Turn right to enter the World Cruise Center.
From downtown Los Angeles:
Travel southbound on the Harbor Freeway (I-110). Exit at Harbor Boulevard and proceed straight through the Harbor Boulevard intersection. Turn right to enter the World Cruise Center.
From Long Beach:
Travel westbound on Ocean Boulevard, Seaside Avenue and the Vincent Thomas Bridge (CA-47). Exit at Harbor Boulevard and proceed straight through the Harbor Boulevard intersection. Turn right to enter the World Cruise Center.
Where can I find directions to the World Cruise Center?
The Los Angeles World Cruise Center is operated by Ports America, located at Berth 93, 100 Swinford Street, San Pedro, CA 90731. To contact the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal, call (310) 519-2342 or (310) 561-4992. Visit Los Angeles World Cruise Center for more information.
Driving Directions:
The Los Angeles World Cruise Center is in San Pedro and is approximately 18 miles (29 kilometers) south of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 25 miles (40 kilometers) south of downtown Los Angeles and 10 miles (16 kilometers) west of Long Beach, with easy freeway access from both directions.
The Los Angeles World Cruise Center is operated by Ports America, located at Berth 93, 100 Swinford Street, San Pedro, CA 90731. To contact the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal, call (310) 519-2342 or (310) 561-4992. Visit Los Angeles World Cruise Center for more information.
From Los Angeles International Airport (LAX):
Travel southbound on the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405), then southbound on the Harbor Freeway (I-110). Exit at Harbor Boulevard and proceed straight through the Harbor Boulevard intersection. Turn right to enter the World Cruise Center.
From downtown Los Angeles:
Travel southbound on the Harbor Freeway (I-110). Exit at Harbor Boulevard and proceed straight through the Harbor Boulevard intersection. Turn right to enter the World Cruise Center.
From Long Beach:
Travel westbound on Ocean Boulevard, Seaside Avenue and the Vincent Thomas Bridge (CA-47). Exit at Harbor Boulevard and proceed straight through the Harbor Boulevard intersection. Turn right to enter the World Cruise Center.
Where can I park if I take a cruise out of the World Cruise Center?
Overnight parking is available at the World Cruise Center and no reservations are required. Lots are open seven days/week, 24 hours/day.
Parking Rates:
Parking is free for the first hour and $2/hour thereafter with a $20 maximum per day.
Cash (USD), traveler's cheques, and debit/credit cards are all accepted forms of payment.
Parking Concepts Inc. contact info:
Phone: (949) 978-0665 (By pressing option 2, you will be transferred to a live agent during business hours)
Website: Parking Concepts at World Cruise Center, Port of LA
Courtesy Shuttles:
Free shuttles are provided within the cruise terminal on scheduled ship days. Parking Concept shuttles are ADA/wheelchair accessible;
it is recommended that passengers and luggage be dropped off in front of the terminal prior to parking.
For more information, call Parking Concepts at (949) 978-0665.
Which rental car companies service the World Cruise Center?
There are two rental car companies located in Downtown San Pedro near the World Cruise Center that offer free customer pick-ups and drop-offs to the terminal. Both convenient locations operate Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and are closed Sunday.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
235 W. 6th Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
To make a reservation, call (310) 548-8060, or visit enterprise.com
Hertz Car Rental
222 W. 6th Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
To make a reservation, call (310) 832-2397, or visit hertz.com
Which Shuttles operate from LAX to the World Cruise Center?
SuperShuttle® Transportation Systems operates door-to-door ground transportation throughout Los Angeles.
Reservations from the airport to a residence, hotel, or business are not required unless accessible van service is needed.
At LAX, SuperShuttle® is located outside the baggage claim area at the van stop on the outer island.
For more information, call 1-800-BLUE-VAN or visit www.supershuttle.com.
What Public Transportation Options are near the World Cruise Center?
Metro provides express service for faster travel between San Pedro, Downtown LA and El Monte. For more information, visit the Metro website.
Commuter Express, DASH and a local San Pedro Red Trolley are also available.
Click here to visit the transportation page for more information.
Where can I temporarily store my baggage while exploring the LA Waterfront?
Due to security issues, baggage cannot be stored on the terminal.
Please contact your cruise line directly to make arrangements to check your baggage with the cruise ship. Carry-on baggage must stay with the passenger until you are on board. After you disembark, you must take all your baggage with you.
Click here for a list of cruise lines that call at the Port of Los Angeles.
Is there a lost and found for Cruise Passengers?
If you have taken a cruise and believe you may have left behind some personal belongings at the Los Angeles World Cruise Terminal, please call (310) 519-2342 to see if your items have been found at the terminal. If you believe you've left something on the ship, please contact your cruise line directly.
Click here to contact the operator of the Los Angeles World Cruise Terminal (Ports America)
Which hotels are nearby?
Doubletree Hotel San Pedro
2800 Via Cabrillo Marina
San Pedro, CA 90731
Phone: (310) 514-3344
Book your stay
Offers guests complimentary transportation to and from World Cruise Center.
Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel
601 S. Palos Verdes Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
Phone: (310) 519-8200
Book your stay
Offers guests low-cost transportation to and from World Cruise Center.
Studio 6
525 S. Harbor Blvd.
San Pedro, CA 90731
Phone: (310) 548-1080
Book your stay
Offers guests complimentary transportation to and from World Cruise Center.
Best Western Plus San Pedro Hotel and Suites
111 S. Gaffey Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
Phone: (310) 514-1414
Book your stay
Offers guests complimentary transportation to and from World Cruise Center.
What can I do while visiting the LA Waterfront?
Only a 30-minute drive from downtown Los Angeles, the LA Waterfront boasts a bustling cruise center serving destinations to the popular Mexican Riviera and beyond, walkable destinations like Battleship IOWA and Los Angeles Maritime Museum, and a short drive to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and Cabrillo Beach for public swimming, boating and fishing. In downtown San Pedro, you'll find historical landmarks, parks, museums, one-of-a-kind art galleries, shops and restaurants and unique treasures from yesteryear such as the original Warner Grand Theatre — all within a one-mile-radius.
Click here for the LA Waterfront map of attractions
How can I take a boat tour of the Port of Los Angeles?
From short harbor tours to overnight fishing trips and magical whale watching adventures, a boat excursion is awaiting you on the LA Waterfront.
Click here to visit the Boat Excursions page for more information.
How can I visit Catalina Island from the LA Waterfront?
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The Catalina Sea and Air Terminal, operated by Catalina Express, is located at Berth 95, just off Harbor Boulevard and Swinford Street, underneath the Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro. It is highly recommended that guests visit the websites below at least 24-48 hours prior to departure.
To visit Catalina by boat:
For reservations, call (800) 613-1212 or visit catalinaexpress.com
To visit Catalina by helicopter:
For reservations, call (800) 228-2566 or visit islandexpress.com
Click here for information on the Catalina Sea and Air Terminal
How far is the Los Angeles World Cruise Center to local amusement parks?
Approximate distance to popular attractions:
Knott’s Berry Farm: 28 miles (45 km)
Disneyland: 30 miles (48 km)
Los Angeles Zoo: 33 miles (53 km)
Pacific Park on Santa Monica Pier: 32 miles (51 km)
Universal Studios Hollywood: 33 miles (53 km)
Six Flags Magic Mountain/Hurricane Harbor: 67 miles (107 km)