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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nearby Restaurants
Carmine's — Times Square
A NYC institution since 1990, serving giant family-style Italian platters that feed the whole table.
$$Tony's Di Napoli
Family-style Italian on Restaurant Row. Big portions, classic dishes, zero pretension.
$$Shake Shack — Times Square
NYC's beloved burger chain — fast, reliable, and a guaranteed hit with kids
$The Barking Dog — Hell's Kitchen
Cozy neighborhood spot with outdoor seating and a fun dog theme that kids love
$$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.
Holiday Inn Express Manhattan Midtown West
Dependable, affordable, steps from the terminal. Free breakfast in Hell's Kitchen.
Margaritaville Resort Times Square
Rooftop pool, tropical vibes, kid-friendly dining. The cruise vacation starts before you board.
YOTEL New York
High-tech rooms with motorized furniture and a robot luggage handler — kids think it's a spaceship
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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