It shouldn’t come as a shocker that parking for a New York cruise is a bit of a hassle… and expensive. As one of the most densely populated cities in America, parking is a prize.

Unlike other departure ports where there is plenty of space around the port for parking (including independent lots that usually charge less than the ports), that not the case in Manhattan, Cape Liberty, or Brooklyn.  That being said, you may not have as many options outside of the port as you would sailing from elsewhere around the country, each cruise terminal in the area does offer on-site parking just steps from the ship.

Below, we’ve gathered parking options for each of the three cruise ports servicing the New York area. This includes the official port parking and a few third-party lots that also cater to cruisers.

Scroll down to find your best option, depending on the port you’re sailing from.

Cape Liberty Cruise Parking Options

Located on the Jersey side of the New York area, Cape Liberty is home to Royal Caribbean’s ships. The port area offers a few options for parking, but expect to pay upwards of $20/day, no matter where you decide to leave your vehicle. Here is an overview of your options…

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Official Port Parking
The Cape Liberty terminal offers a parking garage next to the cruise terminal, just steps of the ship, but you will pay for the convenience.  The garage charges $22/day to park, so for a week-long cruise, expect to pay $150+ in parking.

You won’t have to reserve a spot, and all major credit cards/cash are welcome. If you have an RV or other large vehicle (camper, etc.) then expect to pay double the daily rate. Still, it’s hard to beat the convenience of being able to drive right up to the ship and park.

• Cost: $22 per day
• Distance: At terminal
• Website: http://www.cruiseliberty.com/directions_parking.html

Park2Go
This parking lot is 20 minutes from the cruise port, and just south of Newark International Airport. While not as convenient as parking at the port, you are getting a much cheaper rate.

At a rate of $16/day for outside parking and $18 for indoor parking, it is common to see specials for rates of $13/$14 for parking. That savings of $9 per day off the port’s rates can save you $50 on a week’s parking while you cruise.

There is also a free shuttle back and forth from the port. Reservations are required.

• Cost: $16 inside | $18 outside
• Distance: 10.5 miles | 20 minutes
• Website: http://www.park2go.com/seaport-parking

Newark Airport Parking
It’s a bit of a workaround, but Cape Liberty’s location near Newark International Airport provides a creative way to park for your cruise.

Parking lots that cater to the airport offer per day parking for as little as $9 — more than 50% off the price of official port parking. The thing is that these parking lots don’t offer rides to the cruise port.  You’ll have to park and then find your own transportation (a taxi or a Lyft – my link will offer a market discount to new riders) to get to the cruise port and return after your trip. Depending on your budget, this may still be worth it versus the convenience of simply parking at Cape Liberty.

Manhattan Terminal Cruise Parking

Parking in Manhattan? UGHHHHH, it’s going to get tough. Luckily, there is parking right at the cruise port and some other options within the area.

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Official Port Parking
The most convenient parking is at the official port parking that’s located right at the cruise terminal. Just pull in, park, unload, and check in for your trip. There is no worrying about shuttles or transportation to the port. And of course, you’ll pay for this convenience …

Parking rates start at $40/day at the Manhattan Terminal. Going on a longer trip? Parking over 11 nights is a flat $400. Reservations aren’t accepted; parking is first-come, first-served basis. The port accepts Visa, MasterCard, and cash and your vehicle must be less than 8 feet high to park.

Cost: $40 per day
Distance: At terminal
Website: https://www.nycruise.com/manhattan-terminal/parking/

Manhattan Cruise Parking (ParkRight)
ParkRight is located just a few blocks south of the cruise terminal and will save you big on cruise parking. Book online and the price for a week’s parking is $29 per day and $33 for SUVs and minivans. Reservations are required.

**NOTE** PICK UP TRUCKS ARE NOT ALLOWED.

Instead of a shuttle, a parking attendant will take you to the terminal in your own vehicle, drop you off, and then valet your car to their parking lot. When you return, you’ll need to catch a cab back to the parking lot to get your car.

Cost: $29 per day (cars) | $33 (SUV/mini-van)
Distance: 1 mile | 5 minutes
Website: http://www.manhattancruiseparking.com/

ParkNSave
ParkNSave offers parking lots that are just a few blocks north of the cruise terminals. Specifically, it has the 601 West 57th Street Parking Garage for cruise passengers.

You won’t save any money parking here, the daily rate is $40/day. If you drive an oversized vehicle (pretty much any mid-sized SUV/truck and above), then parking jumps to $70/day.

Reservations are definitely needed, and you will need to find transportation to and from the terminal. We’d suggest most people simply park at the cruise port as it’s the same price and more convenient.

Cost: $40 per day
Distance: 0.8 miles | 4 minutes
Website: http://parknsave.com

Brooklyn Terminal Cruise Parking

Brooklyn Cruise Terminal is not as busy as the Manhattan or Cape Liberty ports, so that makes things a bit easier to navigate parking and embarkation on cruise day. If you are sailing aboard the Queen Mary 2, Silversea Cruises, or Princess Cruises, then the Brooklyn port will be your point of boarding.

Frankly, there aren’t many options other than the official port parking. Sure, there are lots around the city, but they don’t cater to cruisers and their prices aren’t enough of a difference to make it worth the time and hassle of parking elsewhere and then coming back to the port to cruise.

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Official Port Parking
This port’s parking lot is a surface lot right next to the terminal.  Rates run $25/day (anything over four hours). So, expect to pay $200 for parking for a week-long cruise.

Given that expense, it’s ideal to find alternate transportation to the cruise port if you can. If you do park here, no reservations are needed and SUVs are welcome without an additional charge. Cash and major credit cards are accepted.

Cost: $25 per day (day is more than 4 hours)
Distance: At terminal
Website: http://www.nycruise.com/brooklyn-terminal/parking/