Cruise Terminal 3 Near Port Canaveral
Drop-off directions, parking info, check-in tips, and ships sailing from Cruise Terminal 3 at Port Canaveral.
Drop-Off & Parking
Drop-Off
Follow George King Blvd past Terminal 1 to Terminal 3. The drop-off lane curves in front of the building — look for the covered portico. Porters will grab your bags curbside. Tip $2-3 per bag and keep your carry-on with you.
Parking
Park in the multi-level garage adjacent to CT-3 ($17/day). The garage is connected to the terminal by a covered walkway on the second level. Pro tip: upper levels are less crowded and easier to navigate when you return from your cruise.
Check-In Tips
- CT-3 is a Carnival terminal — download the Carnival Hub app and complete online check-in before you arrive
- Bring your boarding confirmation (digital or printed) plus a valid photo ID for everyone in your party
- If you purchased Faster to the Fun, you'll have a dedicated check-in lane — look for the priority signs on the left side
- Security screening is airport-style but moves quickly — have your bags ready to go through the scanner
Ships at This Terminal
Last-Minute Needs
The terminal has a small convenience area near the check-in hall with overpriced basics. There's a Publix about 7 minutes away on Astronaut Blvd (SR-A1A) in Cape Canaveral — much better selection and prices for snacks, sunscreen, or medications.
Nearby Restaurants
Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar
Waterfront seafood with live music and a kids' menu that actually has good food
$$ · 8 min
Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill
Casual waterfront spot where you can watch cruise ships from your table
$$ · 5 min
Brano's Italian Restaurant
Old-school Italian that locals actually go to — perfect for carb-loading before the cruise
$$ · 12 min
Jazzy's Maytag Kitchen
Upscale Southern comfort food with craft cocktails — known for shrimp and grits
$$$ · 12 min
Nearby Hotels
Residence Inn by Marriott Cape Canaveral
Suite-style rooms with full kitchens — room for the whole family to spread out
$$ · 5 min drive
Radisson Resort at the Port
Resort-style property with a big pool area — the kids will want to stay an extra night
$$ · 5 min drive
Country Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral
Budget-friendly and closest to the port — save money for the cruise
$ · 3 min drive
Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach
Reliable beach-adjacent stay with cruise parking packages available
$$ · 15 min drive
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