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Norwegian Breakaway at Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Everything you need for boarding Norwegian Breakaway (Norwegian) at Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Terminal info, parking, restaurants, hotels, and pro tips.

Upcoming Sail Dates

Schedule source: CruiseTimetables · Checked Aug 9, 2026

Sources: CruiseTimetables

No future sail dates are currently verified for this ship. Confirm your itinerary with the cruise line before making travel plans.

Where does Norwegian Breakaway depart from at Manhattan Cruise Terminal?

The catalog terminal association is historical and may have changed. Confirm your terminal with the cruise line before traveling.

When should I board Norwegian Breakaway?

Norwegian online check-in typically opens about 21 days before sailing. At busier homeports NCL typically uses check-in or arrival windows, so plan to arrive inside the window printed on your eDocs rather than at the earliest possible hour.

Windows and opening dates vary by ship, homeport, and loyalty tier, so always follow your cruise line's instructions for your specific sailing.

Where can I park for a Norwegian Breakaway cruise?

  • Driving & Parking at the Terminal: On-site terminal parking: $45/day. Third-party lots (Manhattan Cruise Parking, etc.): $25-35/day with valet to terminal. SpotHero/ParkWhiz: from $20/day depending on distance.

Rates change — check parking and transportation options near Manhattan Cruise Terminal before you travel.

Historical Terminal Reference

Norwegian Breakaway usually sails from here, but this terminal association is historical and may have changed. Confirm your terminal with your cruise line.

Pier 88

Drop-off: All cars enter the terminal from the north at the intersection of 55th Street and 12th Avenue (State Route 9A) — that is the official vehicle entrance for the whole Manhattan Cruise Terminal, per nycruise.com (cruise.nyc), checked 2026-07-29. Passengers arrive at the street level of the pier where their ship is berthed; signs identifying each vessel are posted on the pillars nearest the correct berth, and porters receive baggage there. If you are driving yourself and parking, the official instruction is to park first and then drop luggage on the second level for check-in — passengers who need parking cannot drop bags first and then park without exiting the terminal.

Parking: Parking is on the pier rooftop and costs $45.00 per night for cruise passengers (rate effective April 1, 2023, per nycruise.com, checked 2026-07-29). Taxes are included, payment is due on arrival, credit card only — cash has not been accepted since January 13, 2020 — and there is no surcharge for SUVs. Cruise parking opens at 8 am with check-out at 3 pm, and the official site notes an 8-foot height restriction for personal vehicles on the rooftop (the same page also lists an 8'3" restriction for passenger vehicles, so measure before you commit). Reservations can be made through the terminal's parking page. Off-site alternatives listed by the terminal include iPark at 518 West 43rd Street & 10th Avenue and Enterprise 57 Parking at 640 West 57th Street.

Check-in tips:

  • Complete your cruise line's online check-in before arrival — Norwegian uses the NCL app
  • Bring a printed or digital boarding pass plus government-issued photo ID and passport
  • Arrive during your assigned boarding window — the terminal gets congested if everyone shows up at noon
  • The terminal has limited seating and no real food options — eat before you arrive

Pier 88 parking & drop-off at Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Getting to the Port

From John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)

JFK is about 20 miles from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Drive time is 45-90 min depending on traffic, and can stretch past two hours during a bad rush hour. This is the most common airport for international and domestic cruisers.

Uber/Lyft: $55-85 depending on traffic and surge. Yellow taxi: flat rate $70 plus tolls and tip (~$90 total). AirTrain + subway: $11.75 total ($8.75 AirTrain + $3.00 subway). Shared shuttle: $25-35/person.

From LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

LaGuardia is the closest airport at about 10 miles from the terminal. Drive time is 30-60 min depending on traffic through Queens.

Uber/Lyft: $30-50. Yellow taxi: metered, typically $35-50 plus tolls and tip. NYC bus + subway: $3.00. Shuttle: $20-30/person.

From Newark Liberty Airport (EWR)

Newark is about 18 miles from the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Drive time is 30-75 minutes depending on Lincoln Tunnel traffic. Often has cheaper flights than JFK.

Uber/Lyft: $45-70. Taxi: $50-70 plus tolls and tip. NJ Transit + AirTrain: $15.25. Shared shuttle: $25-35/person.

Driving & Parking at the Terminal

All vehicles enter from the north at 55th Street and 12th Avenue (Route 9A/West Side Highway). From the Lincoln Tunnel, take 42nd Street west to 12th Avenue, then north to 55th. On-site parking is available but extremely expensive. Third-party lots nearby offer valet service to the terminal.

On-site terminal parking: $45/day. Third-party lots (Manhattan Cruise Parking, etc.): $25-35/day with valet to terminal. SpotHero/ParkWhiz: from $20/day depending on distance.

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Nearby Restaurants

Carmine's — Times Square

A NYC institution since 1990, serving giant family-style Italian platters that feed the whole table.

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Tony's Di Napoli

Family-style Italian on Restaurant Row. Big portions, classic dishes, zero pretension.

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Shake Shack — Times Square

NYC's beloved burger chain — fast, reliable, and a guaranteed hit with kids

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The Barking Dog — Hell's Kitchen

Cozy neighborhood spot with outdoor seating and a fun dog theme that kids love

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Nearby Hotels

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Residence Inn New York Manhattan/Times Square

All-suite hotel with full kitchens and free breakfast, so there's room to spread out with the kids.

1.1 mi / ~22 min walk, or a short cab to port$$-$$$

Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Midtown West

Dependable, affordable, steps from the terminal. Free breakfast in Hell's Kitchen.

8 min walk to port$$

Margaritaville Resort Times Square

Rooftop pool, tropical vibes, kid-friendly dining. The cruise vacation starts before you board.

0.9 mi / ~18 min walk, or a short cab to port$$$

YOTEL New York

High-tech rooms with motorized furniture and a robot luggage handler — kids think it's a spaceship

10 min walk to port$$

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Local Tip

Norwegian Breakaway usually boards at Pier 88 on the west side of Manhattan, entering from 55th Street and 12th Avenue off the West Side Highway. On-site parking is $45/day, but third-party lots like Manhattan Cruise Parking at 670 W 43rd St offer valet to the terminal door for $25-35/day. Complete your check-in on the NCL app before arrival, and eat before you come since the terminal has no food options inside. Becco on Restaurant Row, a 10-minute walk away, has unlimited pasta for $32.

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