Florida (United States) Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
134 ships from 22 cruise lines
Florida (United States) cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 134 ships from 22 cruise lines visiting Florida (United States), calling at 12 places. Cruises can start in Miami, Port Everglades, Cape Canaveral, Tampa, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville and 2 more and end in Cape Canaveral, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville, Miami, Pensacola, Port Everglades and 2 more.
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Compare Florida (United States) cruise lines
Princess Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Florida (United States) cruise lines (240). Starting fares run from $99 per person. Most sailings last 6–28 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (21)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 117 | $14,298 | 10–27 nights (typically 14) |
| Silversea Cruises | 92 | $3,850 | 8–27 nights (typically 12) |
| Seabourn Cruises | 47 | $3,229 | 10–81 nights (typically 12) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 21 | $3,700 | 5–13 nights (typically 7) |
| SeaDream Yacht Club | 8 | $10,019 | 7–14 nights (typically 7) |
Luxury cruise lines (3)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceania Cruises | 144 | $1,620 | 10–37 nights (typically 14) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 71 | $3,150 | 7–21 nights (typically 7) |
| Scenic Cruises | 6 | $6,540 | 10–20 nights (typically 9) |
Premium cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Cruises | 90 | $1,980 | 7–30 nights (typically 7) |
| Viking Cruises | 84 | $2,999 | 9–77 nights (typically 14) |
| Azamara Cruises | 64 | $1,669 | 10–58 nights (typically 12) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 36 | $8,157 | 13–24 nights (typically 14) |
| Emerald Cruises | 8 | $3,895 | 7–13 nights (typically 7) |
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 240 | $304 | 6–35 nights (typically 7) |
| Holland America | 188 | $99 | 7–28 nights (typically 14) |
| Royal Caribbean | 177 | $199 | 4–13 nights (typically 7) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 150 | $299 | 4–15 nights (typically 7) |
| Cunard | 91 | $689 | 9–36 nights (typically 14) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 85 | $324 | 4–15 nights (typically 7) |
| MSC Cruises | 69 | $104 | 5–19 nights (typically 7) |
| Virgin Voyages | 34 | $834 | 4–14 nights (typically 7) |
River cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 70 | $3,630 | 7–15 nights (typically 8) |
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Cruise Lines | 106 | $4,925 | 8–15 nights (typically 8) |
About United States
A river cruise through the United States — whether on the mighty Mississippi or the gorge-cut Columbia — offers milestone American travelers a rare chance to experience their own country's history, music, food, and landscape from the water. Small ships of 100–200 guests dock at walkable river towns, and the pace is unhurried. This is not a crowded ocean liner; it is an intimate, deeply American journey, ideal for travelers who want authenticity without being herded.
Typical routes
- Mississippi River (Lower & Upper) — broad, powerful, and historic; port towns rich in music, food, Civil War memory, and Mark Twain lore.
- Columbia & Snake Rivers — dramatic basalt cliffs, waterfalls, native culture, and western expansion history; ships transit eight locks and dams.
Ports overview
US river cruise ports are intimate and walkable. Ships range from 100 to 200 guests, so you can step off the gangway directly into Main Street America. Ports divide into three geographic groups: the Lower Mississippi (New Orleans to Memphis), the Upper Mississippi (St. Louis to St. Paul), and the Columbia & Snake Rivers (Portland to Clarkston).
Cruise season
Cruises operate March through November, with holiday-themed sailings in December (especially New Orleans). Spring and fall offer mild weather and smaller crowds; summer on the Mississippi is hot and humid; the Columbia & Snake region is comfortable in summer.
Find your United States sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at United States, earliest departure first.
36 Days One-Way from San Diego to Buenos Aires
Starts in United States. Also visits Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica
ms Nieuw Amsterdam
12 Days Los Angeles, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Mexico
Crown Princess
12 Days One-Way from Boston to Montreal
Starts in United States. Also visits Canada
Seven Seas Grandeur
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20 Days One-Way from New York to Valparaiso-Santiago
Starts in United States. Also visits Bahamas, Jamaica, Panama
Viking Polaris
36 Days San Diego, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Kiribati, French Polynesia, Society Islands French Polynesia
ms Zaandam
16 Days One-Way from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to New Orleans
Starts and ends in United States
ACL American Melody
43 Days New York, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Canada, Ireland, United Kingdom
Coral Princess
8 Days Seattle, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Canada
National Geographic Quest
3 Days Miami, USA Round Trip
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Bahamas
Norwegian Luna
13 Days One-Way from Montreal to New York
Ends in United States. Also visits Canada
Azamara Quest
11 Days One-Way from Boston to Fort Lauderdale
Starts and ends in United States. Also visits Curaçao, Bonaire, Aruba
Celebrity Silhouette
15 Days One-Way from Quebec City to Miami
Ends in United States. Also visits Canada
ms Zuiderdam
Where United States cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (8)
Coastal and island ports
Cape Canaveral (cruises from) · Jacksonville (cruises from) · Miami (cruises from) · Port Everglades (cruises from) · Tampa (cruises from) · West Palm Beach (cruises from)
River ports
Disembarkation ports (8)
Coastal and island ports
Cape Canaveral · Jacksonville · Miami · Port Everglades · Tampa · West Palm Beach
River ports
Ports of call in United States
Ports of call (12)
Coastal and island ports
Cape Canaveral (cruises from) · Jacksonville (cruises from) · Miami (cruises from) · Port Everglades (cruises from) · Tampa (cruises from) · West Palm Beach (cruises from)
River ports
Fernandina Beach (cruises from) · Green Cove Springs · Key Biscayne · Pensacola (cruises from) · Punta Gorda · St Augustine
Cruise lines visiting United States (22)
Ocean cruise lines (21)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (3)
Premium cruise lines (5)
Contemporary cruise lines (8)
River cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
Intracoastal cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
Ships by type: 124 ocean 10 river · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
United States is also in: Alaska, Hawaii, Canada & New England, California, US Rivers
Plan your Florida (United States) cruise
United States cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
United States cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Florida (United States) cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Florida (United States)?
Yes. Cruises start in Miami, Port Everglades, Cape Canaveral, Tampa, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville, West Palm Beach and Pensacola. Cruises end in Cape Canaveral, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville, Miami, Pensacola, Port Everglades, Tampa and West Palm Beach.
How many places do cruises visit in Florida (United States)?
12 Florida (United States) places are visited by 134 ships from 22 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Florida (United States)?
22 cruise lines sail to Florida (United States), including American Cruise Lines, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard, Emerald Cruises and 16 more.
When is the best time to take a Florida (United States) cruise?
Cruises operate March through November, with holiday-themed sailings in December (especially New Orleans). Spring and fall offer mild weather and smaller crowds; summer on the Mississippi is hot and humid; the Columbia & Snake region is comfortable in summer.
Sources and further reading
Background on United States draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: United States
- Encyclopaedia Britannica: United States
- American Cruise Lines: River Cruises in the USA
- Viking: Mississippi River Cruises
- National Park Service: Vicksburg National Military Park
- National Park Service: Lewis and Clark National Historical Park
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated November 1, 2026
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