Port Canaveral Offers Sneak Peek at Reimagined Cruise Terminal 5

Port Canaveral has unveiled new details of two projects targeted at the cruise industry – a reimagined Cruise Terminal 5 that will double the facility’s size and the construction of a new 13-story parking garage adjacent to Cruise Terminal 6.  

“Every investment we make is focused on ensuring the Port can continue to support the level of guest experience and operational efficiency our cruise partners expect from us, while readying ourselves to meet future business commitments,” said Capt. John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO. “Projects like these intentionally align with a business strategy that underscores our role as an economic driver for our Port community, supporting growth and new business opportunities at the local and regional level.”

Together, both projects represent a nearly $175 million investment by the Canaveral Port Authority to meet the continued demand for cruising from Central Florida.

Cruise Terminal 5

One of the most ambitious construction projects in Port Canaveral’s history, the renovation and expansion of Cruise Terminal 5 is underway while the terminal remains operational and supporting multiple sailings weekly. Once completed, the facility will be nearly double in size – from 90,000 square feet to approximately 170,000 square feet – to accommodate some of the world’s largest cruise ships carrying up to 5,600 passengers.

In addition to a modern entrance, refreshed interiors, and a new look and feel, the reimagined terminal will include expanded luggage laydown and passenger seating areas, and expanded areas for passenger security screening. 

Cruise Terminal 6 East Garage

The new Cruise Terminal 6 East parking garage is the largest and most complex parking project in Port history. Located on the north side of Port Canaveral adjacent to Cruise Terminal 6, the $93 million facility will add approximately 3,700 parking spaces, bringing the total number of available parking spaces on Port to nearly 17,500 across eight garages and surface lots.

The 13-story structure will feature eight extra-large elevators, each able to accommodate multiple passengers and their luggage. Twin two-lane vehicle ramps will promote efficient traffic flow and a connecting bridge will allow vehicle access to the adjacent Cruise Terminal 6 West garage. In addition, a pedestrian bridge will also provide passengers with easy access to the entrance of Cruise Terminal 5.

Port Canaveral is currently home to seven leading cruise brands operating over 1,000 sailings from 18 homeported ships, including some of the newest, largest, and most technically advanced ships in the world.