Embarkation Ports: Best Cruise Departure Ports

Celebrity Cruises’ Embarkation Ports

Traveling to over 300 destinations around the world, our cruises take you to the most unforgettable destinations, including heavenly beaches in the Caribbean, dazzling cities in Asia, glamorous hot spots in the Mediterranean, and scenic locations in Alaska. Thankfully, our departure ports are also located all over the globe and conveniently close to major airports, making it easier than ever for you to plan a cruise vacation.

Venture to Alaska’s Last Frontier from Seattle or Vancouver. Explore the glittering coast of the Mediterranean after spending a day or two in Venice, Rome, or Barcelona. Set sail towards the Norwegian Fjords from Amsterdam or Southampton. Or embark on a Caribbean getaway from three different Florida ports: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Tampa.

Explore our selection of 26 departure ports around the world and start dreaming of your next trip with Celebrity.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Set sail from the exciting Dutch capital of Amsterdam, a dynamic city full of museums, scenic canals, and historic architecture. Discover the best destinations in Europe, including stops in Scandinavia, Russia, Norway, and the Mediterranean.

View Amsterdam Port Guide

Auckland, New Zealand

Cruises that depart from the vibrant city of Auckland sail down the gorgeous New Zealand fjords, explore regional ports like Wellington, Tauranga, and Sydney, and visit remote islands in the South Pacific, such as the Bay of Islands and Fiji.

View Auckland Port Guide

Baltra Island, Galapagos

Known as the gateway to the Galapagos, Baltra Island is the jumping-off point for cruises sailing around this stunning archipelago of islands off of Ecuador, where you’ll see unique animal species, black sand beaches, and volcanic landscapes.

View Baltra Island Port Guide

Barcelona, Spain

Spend a day in Barcelona admiring the eclectic architecture and savoring Spanish tapas before embarking on one of this departure port’s itineraries that include cruises around Spain and Portugal, across the Western Mediterranean, and to the Italian and French Riviera.

View Barcelona Port Guide

Boston, Massachusetts

Depart from Boston, a city where America’s history is in full display at every turn, and embark on a cruise around New England and Canada, where you’ll stop in picturesque seaside towns like Bar Harbor, Maine, and Halifax, Nova Scotia, as well as cosmopolitan ports like Quebec City.

View Boston Port Guide

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Cruises that depart from the romantic city of Buenos Aires take you on breathtaking journeys that visit ports in Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, and Brazil, as well as unforgettable destinations in Patagonia and Antarctica, including Cape Horn and the Schollaert Channel.

View Buenos Aires Guide

Cape Liberty, New Jersey

Located less than an hour away from New York City, Cape Liberty is the perfect jumping-off point for cruises that head to the pink sands of Bermuda, sailings that visit Newport, Rhode Island, and Charleston, as well as transatlantic itineraries that stop in Greenland and Iceland.

View Cape Liberty Port Guide

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

As the home to one of the biggest cruise ports in the world, Fort Lauderdale cruises sail to a myriad of Caribbean destinations, including popular ports like Aruba, St. Maarten, and Cozumel, and go on journeys across the incredible Panama Canal while stopping in destinations in South and Central America.

View Fort Lauderdale Port Guide

Hong Kong, China

Board a cruise from energetic Hong Kong and set off to Vietnam and Thailand, where you’ll encounter ancient temples in Bangkok, natural wonders in Halong Bay, and fascinating history in Ho Chi Minh.

View Hong Kong Port Guide

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii

Explore the best of Hawaii, including Maui, Hilo, and Kailua Kona, during a cruise that departs from the lovely port of Honolulu. Or embark on an unforgettable transpacific journey from Honolulu to Sydney, Australia, which stops in French Polynesia and New Zealand along the way.

View Honolulu Port Guide

Lisbon, Portugal

Cruises that set sail from Lisbon visit some of the most coveted destinations in Spain and Portugal, such as Porto, Seville, and Palma de Mallorca.

View Lisbon Port Guide

Los Angeles, California

Set sail from glitzy Los Angeles and journey down to the Mexican Riviera, where you’ll visit beach towns like Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta, as well as scenic cities like Ensenada and Mazatlan.

View Los Angeles Port Guide

Miami, Florida

As the cruise capital of the world, Miami features a wealth of cruise destinations to choose from including quick trips to the Bahamas, lengthier sailings to Key West and Mexico, and spectacular journeys around either the Western, Eastern, or Southern Caribbean.

View Miami Port Guide

Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

Depart from Rome, the Eternal City, and set sail to beautiful destinations across the Mediterranean like Sicily, Provence, and the Greek Isles. Cruises from Rome also stop in ports in Israel, Malta, and the glittering coast of Croatia.

View Rome (Civitavecchia) Port Guide

San Diego, California

Cruises from San Diego, a.k.a, America’s finest city, either sail across the striking Panama Canal and Central and South America, or embark on a jam-packed journey up the Pacific coast that visits cities such as Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Seattle, and Vancouver.

View San Diego Port Guide

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico’s lively capital of San Juan is an ideal departure port for cruises around the Southern Caribbean that stop in St. Thomas, Aruba, Antigua, St. Maarten, and more.

View San Juan Port Guide

Seattle, Washington

Discover the magic of Alaska on a cruise that departs from Seattle and travels to spectacular destinations in the Last Frontier including cities like Ketchikan and Juneau, and natural wonders such as Dawes Glacier and the Inside Passage.

View Seattle Port Guide

Seward, Alaska

Located on the Kenai Peninsula, Seward is the perfect gateway to a cruise around Alaska, where you’ll visit places like Skagway and Icy Strait Point, as well as Hubbard Glacier, the largest glacier in North America.

View Seward Port Guide

Singapore

Enjoy an overnight stay in dazzling Singapore before embarking on a cruise around hot spots in Asia, including Hong Kong, Manila, Bangkok, and Tokyo.

View Singapore Port Guide

Southampton, England

Less than two hours away from London, the convenient port of Southampton is a well-located departure point for cruises around Europe, including sailings to Iceland and Ireland, trips to Spain and Portugal, and journeys to the stunning Norwegian Fjords.

View Southampton Port Guide

Sydney, Australia

Explore the highlights of Australia and New Zealand on a cruise that departs from Sydney. These itineraries include sailings to the Great Barrier Reef, Tasmania, the New Zealand fjords, and islands scattered throughout the South Pacific.

View Sydney Port Guide

Tampa, Florida

Cruises from centrally-located Tampa visit tropical destinations across the Caribbean, including the popular ABC islands, idyllic ports in the Eastern Caribbean, and heavenly stops in the Western Caribbean.

View Tampa Port Guide

Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan

Only a 30-minute train ride from Tokyo, Yokohama is a fantastic embarkation point for cruises around Japan and Asia. From here you’ll set sail to historic cities like Kyoto and Hiroshima, exotic ports like Jeju Island and Busan in South Korea, and fascinating destinations such as Mt. Fuji and Taipei.

View Tokyo (Yokohama) Port Guide

Valparaiso, Chile

From the seaside city of Valparaiso, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore the wonders of Patagonia in ports like Puerto Montt in Chile and Ushuaia in Argentina, as well as vibrant cities like Buenos Aires and Montevideo.

View Valparaiso Port Guide

Vancouver, British Columbia

Depart from the welcoming city of Vancouver, an ideal departure port for cruises to Alaska’s majestic attractions, journeys down the Pacific Coast, transpacific sailings to Asia, and vacations around Hawaii.

View Vancouver Port Guide

Venice, Italy

Start off your cruise around Europe in one of its most magical cities, Venice, a romantic departure port that sails to stunning destinations in the Mediterranean and beyond, including cities and towns in Italy, Malta, Greece, Croatia, and Turkey.

View Venice Port Guide

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