Miami, Florida, USA
The Cruise Capital of the World is also one of its most rewarding port days — Art Deco beaches, Cuban coffee, street murals, and the wild Everglades all within reach.
The Cruise Capital of the World is also one of its most rewarding port days — Art Deco beaches, Cuban coffee, street murals, and the wild Everglades all within reach.
PortMiami sits on Dodge Island, minutes from downtown, with multiple terminals served by taxi, Uber, and the free Metromover.
💡 Pro move: Miami traffic can be heavy midday. If your ship departs before 6 PM, plan to be back at the port by 4:30 PM to clear security comfortably.
PortMiami operates lettered cruise terminals on Dodge Island, each assigned to specific lines — check your booking for your exact terminal.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean (A), Norwegian (B), Carnival (D/E/F) | Lettered terminals, Dodge Island, PortMiami📍 | Docked |
| MSC (Terminal AA), Virgin Voyages (Terminal V) | Dodge Island, PortMiami📍 | Docked |
From Everglades airboats to Art Deco walking tours, Miami's shore excursions range from wild nature to urban cool.
Speed across the river of grass on a flat-bottomed airboat, spotting American alligators, roseate spoonbills, and sawgrass prairie. Guides explain the unique ecosystem. Return in time for sailaway.
Find Everglades airboat tours →Stroll the pastel-painted 1930s hotels on Ocean Drive, swim at the famous white-sand beach, and people-watch from a café on Lincoln Road. Easy to do independently or with a guided walking tour.
Find South Beach walking tours →Miami's open-air street art museum covers a full city block with giant murals by world-renowned artists. Explore surrounding galleries, boutiques, and trendy cafés in the warehouse district.
Find Wynwood art tours →Sip a cortadito at a sidewalk ventanita, watch dominoes played at Maximo Gomez Park, and eat at Versailles — Miami's legendary Cuban restaurant. Calle Ocho is the cultural heart of the Cuban-American community.
Find Little Havana food tours →Explore the magnificent 1916 Italian Renaissance-style villa built by industrialist James Deering on Biscayne Bay. The 10 acres of formal gardens and ornate interiors are among Miami's finest historic treasures.
Find Vizcaya tours →Escape the city crowds at Crandon Park Beach on Key Biscayne — turquoise water, calm surf, and far fewer people than South Beach. Picnic areas, volleyball, and kayak rentals available.
Find Key Biscayne beach tours →Miami's neighborhoods are distinct worlds — here are two walks you can do independently from the port.
Walk the free Metromover from downtown to Brickell's gleaming financial district, cross the Miami River on the Brickell Bridge, and return along Biscayne Bay waterfront. Great skyline views.
Start at the Art Deco Welcome Center on Ocean Drive at 10th Street, walk north past the iconic hotels, cut west on 16th Street to Lincoln Road pedestrian mall, and loop back via Collins Avenue.
Climate normals for Miami, Florida, USA (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 75°F / 24°C | 63°F / 17°C | 11 |
| Feb | 77°F / 25°C | 67°F / 19°C | 11 |
| Mar | 79°F / 26°C | 68°F / 20°C | 9 |
| Apr | 82°F / 28°C | 72°F / 22°C | 12 |
| May | 83°F / 28°C | 74°F / 23°C | 16 |
| Jun | 85°F / 29°C | 77°F / 25°C | 22 |
| Jul | 87°F / 31°C | 78°F / 26°C | 22 |
| Aug | 87°F / 31°C | 79°F / 26°C | 24 |
| Sep | 86°F / 30°C | 77°F / 25°C | 24 |
| Oct | 83°F / 28°C | 75°F / 24°C | 18 |
| Nov | 80°F / 27°C | 70°F / 21°C | 13 |
| Dec | 77°F / 25°C | 67°F / 19°C | 10 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
Upcoming cruises that call at Miami, Florida, USA. Dates, prices, and ports of call change — always confirm with the cruise line before booking.
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