Cruise from Portsmouth

Choosing to cruise from Portsmouth opens up a range of cruise destinations from the south coast of England. With a wide range of facilities, Portsmouth International Port is easily accessible by road, rail or air and boasts plenty of parking options, making it a great way to cruise from the UK. Setting sail from Portsmouth, prepare for an ocean of cruising opportunities!

Cruise Lines Offering Cruises From Portsmouth

Azamara Cruises

Nothing quite captures the feel of a boutique hotel like an Azamara cruise ship. For a personal and tailored cruising experience, its fleet of mid-sized ships is designed to provide intimate settings where guests feel comfortable, valued, and cared for. Its flagship, Azamara Journey, can access a range of exclusive ports, bringing Azamara’s dining, entertainment, and service excellence to unbelievable destinations.

For a journey that won’t be forgotten in a hurry, guests can journey to Western Europe’s most famous cities, delving into a diversity of histories, cultures, and cuisines. British Isles cruises from Portsmouth are also a terrific treat, setting off from the south coast and calling into stunning ports around England, Scotland, and Ireland.

Azamara Cruises

Ambassador Cruise Line

Offering an adult cruising experience that delivers on excitement and quality, Ambassador represents the best of cruising from the UK. Setting sail for exceptional destinations, each ship features entertainment at the Palladium Theatre and relaxation treatments of the highest order at the Green Sea Spa to ensure a top-quality mature experience.

Whether they prefer a mini cruise from Portsmouth discovering the jewels of the British Isles, or a European adventure visiting the top cities of Spain and France, guests stepping on board an Ambassador ship can expect nothing but the best. A true gem is its Norwegian Fjord journeys, steeped in natural magnificence while retaining the highest levels of comfort.

Ambassador Cruise Line

Fred. Olsen Cruises

Small-ship cruising provides guests with the greatest level of access to ports, and Fred. Olsen specialises in delivering this style of cruise from Portsmouth alongside a package of crafted itineraries and exceptional on board amenities. Its Scenic Discoveries experiences opt for scenery rather than speed, offering a slower, richer experience of life at sea.

Fred. Olsen enriches every part of the guest experience. From the winter wonderlands of Norway to the sweeping, sun-kissed seas of the Mediterranean, guests are encouraged to take their time as they explore, sipping specially prepared cocktails and relaxing in their cabins.

Fred. Olsen Cruises

Virgin Voyages

Comfort, dining excellence, and international sailing are the pillars of the Virgin Voyages experience, and guests looking to cruise from Portsmouth can discover journeys both physical and culinary in nature. Whether they choose to chill in a signature Virgin hammock or take their seat for a musical extravaganza, every experience on board a Virgin ship is included in the fare, guaranteeing stress-free fun for the whole family.

Virgin Voyages cruises journey from Portsmouth to Northern Europe’s cultural hotspots. Amsterdam, Hamburg, Edinburgh, Reykjavik, its itineraries are designed to excite and enrich, and when the fun’s over, Virgin’s fleet is waiting to welcome you back for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Virgin Voyages

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where Do Cruise Ships Dock in Portsmouth?

Cruise ships dock at Portsmouth International Port. With plenty of available parking, the port is located within range of Portsmouth’s key attractions, making it the ideal place to depart for a cruise.

How Do I Get to Portsmouth Cruise Terminal?

Portsmouth International Port can be easily accessed via road and rail. Driving into the city, you can access it directly by coming off the M275. By train, the port can be accessed from Portsmouth & Southsea station, which is just a 10-minute taxi ride away.