Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Long Beach, California
The Long Beach Cruise Terminal is one of two major cruise terminals in the greater Los Angeles area, and it is located close to many attractions. Owned and operated by Carnival Corporation, more than 300 cruises a year set sail from Long Beach Cruise Terminal for destinations along the Mexican Riviera and Hawaii.
Only Carnival cruises operate out of Long Beach Cruise Terminal. If you have time before or after your cruise, you will find plenty to do and see in Long Beach and Los Angeles. Those with limited time can still explore the luxury 1930s liner, RMS Queen Mary, docked right next to the cruise terminal. The Aquarium of the Pacific is also located nearby, as are several museums, including the Long Beach Museum of Art. Or enjoy some time in the sun and water at Alamitos Beach, Junipero Beach, or Peninsula Beach. Visitors with more time can explore further afield in Los Angeles, in popular areas such as Hollywood, Beverly Hills, or Malibu.
- There are several cruise terminals in and around Los Angeles; be sure you know which terminal your ship arrives and departs from.
- Passengers are not permitted inside the terminal until their designated check-in time.
- Porters with red caps are available to assist with luggage and bags.
- Passengers requiring wheelchair assistance will have to make arrangements with Carnival; the cruise terminal does not provide wheelchair assistance.
- There are no restaurants inside the terminal, but there are plenty nearby, including on board the Queen Mary.
Long Beach Cruise Terminal is located around 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from downtown Long Beach and around 22 miles (35 kilometers) from downtown Los Angeles. Carnival offers paid shuttles between the terminal and both Long Beach Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. Shuttles, taxis, and rideshares are available between the terminal and various points in Long Beach and Los Angeles.
English is the official language. The local currency is the US dollar, and ATMs are widely available throughout Long Beach and Los Angeles. You can also exchange money at banks. The terminal offers restrooms, air-conditioning, and free Wi-Fi.
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