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What to Pack for Port of Baltimore

The complete cruise packing checklist. Every essential item with explanations — so you don't forget anything for your cruise from Port of Baltimore.

18 packing items · researched from public reviews and official sources

Packing for a cruise from Port of Baltimore

Cruise terminals are not shops. Whatever you forget has to be bought before you reach the curb, so pack the checklist below and use these Port of Baltimore notes to plan the last stop on the way in.

Cruise Maryland Terminal (Royal Caribbean & Carnival)

The terminal building itself has no shops. The Harris Teeter grocery store at McHenry Row (1801 Whetstone Way) is the closest option — just a few minutes away. James Pharmacy on Light Street in Federal Hill has toiletries and medications. Stock up before you arrive if you're not passing McHenry Row on your way in.

Forgot something? Stops near Port of Baltimore

Harris Teeter — McHenry Row — Full grocery store steps from the cruise terminal — snacks, drinks, sunscreen, and last-minute essentials

1801 Whetstone Way, Baltimore, MD 21230

James Pharmacy — Federal Hill — Local pharmacy for Dramamine, toiletries, prescriptions, and last-minute health essentials

1119 Light St, Baltimore, MD 21230

Target — Canton Crossing — Clothes, snacks, electronics, toiletries — one-stop shop 10 minutes from port

3559 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224

USPS — South Station — Post office — drop your mail before you sail

1200 S Hanover St Ste 100, Baltimore, MD 21230

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The complete cruise packing checklist

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Carry-On Day Bag

Pack these in a bag you keep with you at boarding — your checked luggage won't arrive until 3-4pm

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Swimsuit and flip-flops — Head straight to the pool after boarding
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Phone charger and portable battery — You'll drain your battery exploring and taking photos on Day 1Amazon
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Medications — Both prescription and OTC — don't risk them being in delayed luggage
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Sunscreen (reef-safe) — The pool deck sun is intense — apply before you even get on the shipAmazon
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Government-issued photo ID — Required for boarding — keep it accessible, not buried in a suitcase
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Snacks and water bottles — Kids get hungry in the boarding line. Sealed snacks are allowed through security
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Change of clothes for each kid — Pool splashes, spilled drinks, cruise ship excitement — be ready

Cruise Essentials

Things that make the whole trip better

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Magnetic hooks (for cabin walls) — Cabin walls are metal — these give you hanging space for hats, lanyards, wet swimsuitsAmazon
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USB multi-port charger (no power strip) — Cabins have 1-2 outlets, but most cruise lines now ban power strips and surge protectors outright — a USB-only charger is not confiscated at security
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Packing cubes — Cabin drawers are small — cubes keep things organized in tight spacesAmazon
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Insulated tumbler — Fill it at the buffet drink station — stays cold by the pool all afternoonAmazon
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Lanyard for cruise card — Your cruise card is your room key, ID, and payment method — keep it around your neckAmazon
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Night light — Cabins are pitch black. A small night light prevents midnight stubbed toesAmazon

Easy to Forget

The things people buy overpriced at the port gift shop

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Motion sickness remedy — Even experienced cruisers can get queasy on rough sea daysAmazon
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Wrinkle release spray — Irons aren't allowed on cruise ships — this saves your formal night outfitAmazon
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Highlighter or pen — For marking up the daily activity schedule — old school but effective
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Waterproof phone pouch — Pool photos, water slides, port excursions — protect your phoneAmazon
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Small whiteboard for cabin door — Leave messages for teens: 'We're at the pool deck' — most cabins don't have cell serviceAmazon
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