Parking at Miami Port can be as easy as driving in and parking right across your cruise ship.

You may also choose parking near Port Miami at a discounted rate with free shuttles to bring you to your cruise ship.

Whichever parking you pick, you have choices.

It’s just a matter of how much convenience you want and how much cost you want to save.

Miami port is the busiest cruise port in the world. And, parking Port Miami style is best done with the most convenience knowing that part of your enjoyment comes from making sure it’s not a hassle.

So, the recommended thing to do is park at the Port Miami Parking.

Here’s a rundown of cost you’ll have to consider when you’re parking at Miami Port or parking near Port Miami.
Parking at the Port

The official parking for cruise ship passengers is at the official Port Miami Cruise Parking. You’ll have to shell out about $22 per day of parking. That’s about $154 for a week-long cruise trip.

Disabled passengers coming in with their car having specialized equipment are eligible to park at the Port Miami parking for free. Anyone with a veteran’s disability license plate is also able to park for free.
Other Nearby Parking Facilities

Outside of the Port Miami Cruise Parking, there are other facilities available including one in a garage building. Price for these parking lots ranges from $4.95 per day to $6.95 per day to $8 per day. You’ll have to consider the steep tax and fees on top of the parking cost. In general, you’ll come out about half the cost of parking at Port Miami.

Free shuttles are provided in all of these other parking facilities nearby, making it easy to get to port fast even when they are a mile or two away from the port.
Hotel Parking

Parking Port Miami style can also mean staying at a nearby hotel overnight and getting a special daily parking rate during your cruise. You can even get it for free as these nearby hotels are positioning themselves to entice cruise passengers to consider at least a one night stay.

Free shuttle rides to the port are also given at these hotel parking arrangements if you choose to take the hotel route.

So, when it comes to parking for your cruise, are you going for convenience more or cost?