Quick answer
- Fort Lauderdale's cruise port is Port Everglades: garages and lots cap at $25/day ($35 oversized), no reservations.
- 7 nights at the port ≈ $200; Park By The Ports from $7.99/day (valet, 3-day min) ≈ $63.92.
- Heron Garage for Terminals 2 and 4; Palm Garage for 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29.
Rates checked Oct 22, 2026. Confirm with the lot before you drive.
Port parking
Port Everglades has two garages and four surface lots, over 5,500 spaces. It doesn't take reservations or prepayment. Daily charges start when you pull the ticket.
| Stay | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 1 hour | $5 |
| 1–5 hours | $10 |
| 5–6 hours | $13 |
| 6–7 hours | $14 |
| 7–9 hours | $18 |
| 9–11 hours | $20 |
| 11–12 hours | $23 |
| Over 12 hours (daily max) | $25 |
Off-site lots
| Lot | Daily rate | 4 nights | 7 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Meridien Port Everglades Lot A | $7.00/day | $35.00 | $56.00 |
| Park By The Ports - POE (valet; 3-day min) | $7.99/day | $39.95 | $63.92 |
| Park By The Ports (self-park; Dania Beach) | $8.99/day | $44.95 | $71.92 |
| Unnamed lot 2800 S Federal Hwy (valet) | $10.00/day | $50.00 | $80.00 |
Le Meridien Lot A lists $7.00/day, but we couldn't confirm its shuttle.
Which to pick
The port garage wins on short stays (under 12 hours is less than $25) and for walking straight to Terminals 2, 4 or the Palm Garage terminals. For a week-long cruise, a shuttle lot saves well over $100.
Deep dive: Port Everglades parking garages, rates and map · all Port Everglades lots.
Sources: porteverglades.net parking (checked Oct 22, 2026) and book2park.com / rightwayparking.com listings.
FAQ
How much is parking at the Fort Lauderdale cruise port?
Port Everglades charges a $25 daily maximum in its garages and lots, $35 for oversized vehicles.
Can I reserve parking at the Fort Lauderdale cruise port?
Not with the port. Off-site lots can be reserved.
What is the cheapest Fort Lauderdale cruise parking?
Le Meridien Port Everglades Lot A lists $7.00/day but we couldn't confirm a shuttle; Park By The Ports lists $7.99/day valet (3-day minimum) with a shuttle.
How much does a 7-night cruise cost to park in Fort Lauderdale?
About $200 at the port (8 days × $25), before any changes to the rate.
Which garage serves Terminal 25 or 26?
The Palm Garage, which serves Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29.