Sun Princess Near Port Everglades
Everything you need for boarding Sun Princess (Princess Cruises) at Port Everglades. Terminal info, parking, restaurants, hotels, and pro tips.
Your Terminal
Terminal 2 (Princess Cruises)
Drop-off: Terminal 2 is in the Northport area. Follow orange Heron signs from any port entrance. Drop off luggage curbside with porters (tip $2-3 per bag), then drop off passengers at the terminal entrance before parking in Heron Garage.
Parking: Park in Heron Garage — $20/day for cars, $25/day for oversized vehicles. The garage has an air-conditioned pedestrian bridge directly to Terminal 2. No reservations needed — pay when you return.
Check-in tips:
- Complete Princess Cruises' online check-in through the MedallionClass app before arrival
- Download your boarding pass to your phone — the Medallion can act as your room key and payment method
- The A/C pedestrian bridge from Heron Garage makes getting to the terminal comfortable
- Arrive during your assigned boarding window for the smoothest experience
Getting to the Port
From Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL)
FLL is just 5 miles from Port Everglades — the closest major airport to any cruise port in the US. It's the only port in the nation located adjacent to an airport.
From Miami International Airport (MIA)
MIA is about 30-35 miles from Port Everglades. Cheaper flights sometimes make this worth considering, but factor in the longer transfer.
Driving & Parking at the Port
Port Everglades has two main parking garages: Heron (Northport, terminals 2 & 4) and Palm (Midport/Southport, terminals 19-29). Follow the color-coded signs from any port entrance.
Hotel Shuttle Services
Many hotels near the port offer cruise shuttle packages. Quality and timing vary — some are one-way only with fixed departure times.
Nearby Restaurants
Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlour
Old-fashioned ice cream parlor with carnival vibes — burgers, dogs, and big sundaes
$-$$Pirate Republic
Pirate-themed waterfront restaurant with seafood and a resident macaw
$$Lester's Diner
24-hour diner with huge portions — familiar food at family-friendly prices
$Rustic Inn Crabhouse
Old Florida seafood spot famous for garlic crabs
$$Nearby Hotels
Hyatt Place Fort Lauderdale Cruise Port
Half mile from port with free breakfast and pool — families love the location
Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port
Family suites with pool and on-site restaurant — reliable choice for families
Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruise Port
Marriott property with pool, bistro, and daily port shuttle — solid family choice
Comfort Suites Fort Lauderdale Airport Cruise Port
Budget-friendly suites with free breakfast — good value for families
Local Tip
Sun Princess sails from Terminal 2, accessible via the orange Heron signs from any port entrance. The Heron Garage ($20/day) has an air-conditioned pedestrian bridge to the terminal, which makes the walk comfortable year-round. The Medallion from Princess acts as your room key, charge card, and ID, so have it ready on the MedallionClass app. For a special pre-cruise dinner, 15th Street Fisheries at Lauderdale Marina is about 8 minutes away — fresh catches and yacht-watching on the waterfront.
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