Operating out of Galveston Island, the Port of Galveston sits in the West Bay at the beginning of the Houston Ship Channel. This port currently has two cruise terminals (with another under construction) and serves, on average, over 1 million cruise passengers a year. Located at the intersection of Harborside Drive and 22nd Street in Galveston, the port is connected to the mainland via the San Luis Pass toll bridge and Interstate 45.

Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Disney cruise lines sail from Galveston to the Eastern and Western Caribbean and Bahamas, with itineraries ranging from 4 to 7 nights. At the end of 2022, Norwegian Cruise Line will also join the lineup. Below you will learn about the different cruise lines that operate out of the Port of Galveston, in addition to nearby hotel and parking accommodations.