Celebrity Apex Near Port Canaveral
Everything you need for boarding Celebrity Apex (Celebrity) at Port Canaveral. Terminal info, parking, restaurants, hotels, and pro tips.
Upcoming Sail Dates
| Date | Boarding Time |
|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 14, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Feb 21, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Feb 28, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Mar 7, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Mar 14, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Mar 21, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Mar 28, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Apr 4, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Apr 11, 2026 | 12:30 |
| Sat, Apr 18, 2026 | 12:30 |
Your Terminal
Cruise Terminal 1
Drop-off: Follow George King Blvd to Terminal 1. Passenger drop-off lane is on the right before the parking garage. Unload luggage curbside — porters are right there with carts. Tip $2-3 per bag.
Parking: Park in the CT-1 garage ($17/day). Take the covered walkway directly to the terminal — it's a short walk. Tip: park on levels 3-4 for shade and a quicker exit when you return. Keep your parking ticket in a safe place — you'll need it when you get back.
Check-in tips:
- Have your boarding pass (app or printed) and government-issued photo ID ready before you reach the check-in desk
- The TSA-style security line moves fast here — usually under 15 minutes on a normal sailing day
- Check in online as early as possible to snag the earliest boarding group — this is the single biggest time-saver
- Terminal 1 handles Royal Caribbean and Celebrity — look for your cruise line's specific signage once inside
Getting to the Port
Drive Yourself — Port Parking
Most cruisers drive. Port Canaveral is about 45 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO) via the Beachline Expressway (FL-528). On-site parking at the port is $17/day (open-air) with covered garage options at some terminals for $20/day.
Drive Yourself — Off-Site Parking
Off-site lots near the port offer significant savings over on-site parking. Go Port Canaveral (goportcanaveral.com) on SR-401 is the most popular, with rates around $10/day including free shuttle service every 10-15 minutes. Cruise Parking Port Canaveral on SR-528 is another reliable option at $8-10/day. Both offer covered and uncovered options — covered costs a few dollars more per day but is worth it if you're leaving your car for a week in the Florida sun.
Park-and-Cruise Hotel Package
Many hotels near the port bundle a night's stay with parking for the duration of your cruise plus a shuttle to the terminal. You drive in the night before, sleep, then shuttle to the port in the morning while your car stays at the hotel. Radisson Resort at the Port, Country Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral, and Residence Inn Cape Canaveral all offer reliable park-and-cruise packages. Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach is another solid option if you want a beach-adjacent stay.
Shuttle from Orlando Airport (MCO)
Several shuttle companies run scheduled transfers from MCO to Port Canaveral. Shared shuttles cost $25-35 per person; private SUVs run $120-180 for up to 6 passengers.
Nearby Restaurants
Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar
Waterfront seafood with live music and a kids' menu that actually has good food
$$Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill
Casual waterfront spot where you can watch cruise ships from your table
$$Brano's Italian Restaurant
Old-school Italian that locals actually go to — perfect for carb-loading before the cruise
$$Jazzy's Maytag Kitchen
Upscale Southern comfort food with craft cocktails — known for shrimp and grits
$$$Nearby Hotels
Residence Inn by Marriott Cape Canaveral
Suite-style rooms with full kitchens — room for the whole family to spread out
Radisson Resort at the Port
Resort-style property with a big pool area — the kids will want to stay an extra night
Country Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral
Budget-friendly and closest to the port — save money for the cruise
Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach
Reliable beach-adjacent stay with cruise parking packages available
Local Tip
Celebrity Apex uses CT-1, where the parking garage runs $17/day and has a covered walkway straight to the terminal. Park on levels 3-4 for shade and an easier exit when you get back from your cruise. CT-1 handles both Royal Caribbean and Celebrity sailings, so look for Celebrity-specific signage once you're inside. The nearest real drugstore is the Walgreens about 5 minutes south on SR-528 at the SR-401 exit, so make that stop before you pull into the port.
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