Liberty of the Seas Near Port Everglades
Everything you need for boarding Liberty of the Seas (Royal Caribbean) at Port Everglades. Terminal info, parking, restaurants, hotels, and pro tips.
Upcoming Sail Dates
| Date | Boarding Time |
|---|---|
| Fri, Feb 13, 2026 | 12:00 |
| Fri, Feb 20, 2026 | 12:00 |
| Fri, Feb 27, 2026 | 12:00 |
Your Terminal
Terminal 18 (Royal Caribbean)
Drop-off: Terminal 18 is Royal Caribbean's main terminal at Port Everglades. Follow green Palm signs from any port entrance. Drop off luggage curbside with porters (tip $2-3 per bag), then drop off passengers before parking.
Parking: Park in Palm Garage — $20/day for cars, $25/day for oversized vehicles. The garage has 1,900+ spaces and serves terminals 18-29. Reasonable walk to Terminal 18. No reservations needed.
Check-in tips:
- Complete Royal Caribbean's online check-in and download your SetSail pass to the Royal Caribbean app before arrival
- Facial recognition technology speeds up the boarding process — just look at the camera
- Suite and Crown & Anchor members have priority check-in lanes
- Royal Caribbean enjoys preferential berthing rights at Port Everglades through 2026
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.
Local Tip
Liberty of the Seas docks at Terminal 18, Royal Caribbean's main Port Everglades terminal. Follow green Palm signs from any entrance to Palm Garage ($20/day for cars, 1,900+ spaces). Suite and Crown & Anchor members get priority check-in lanes. Complete your SetSail pass and online check-in before arrival — facial recognition at Terminal 18 speeds up the whole boarding process. CVS or Walgreens on SE 17th Street is the last good drugstore stop before the port.
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