Acapulco Cruise Port
Acapulco, Mexico · Pacific
Cruise ships dock at Terminal Marítima Cruise Berth, Acapulco.
Plan my port daysThe old town is genuinely walkable from the pier, but the wider security picture means many cruisers stick to ship tours or arranged taxis — plan a focused, daylight, tourist-zone day.
Downtown Pacific cruise berth steps from the zócalo, La Quebrada cliff divers and Caleta's calm bay — easy on foot, but check current security guidance first.
At a glance
Port summary
Acapulco's Terminal Marítima is one of the rare Mexican cruise berths that lands you right in the historic centre: the zócalo, the cathedral and the Fuerte de San Diego are all a 5-10 minute walk from the gangway, and the glass-bottom boats to Isla de la Roqueta leave from Caleta a short taxi ride west. The Costera Miguel Alemán curves around the bay to the Zona Dorada beaches (Condesa, Icacos), and the cliff divers of La Quebrada are about 1.5 km uphill from the terminal. Note that the state of Guerrero carries a high-level government travel advisory and several cruise lines have reduced or paused calls here. If your ship does call, stay in the well-patrolled tourist zones, use ship excursions or arranged/authorised taxis rather than wandering, keep to daylight hours and return early.
Cruise dock
🚢 Terminal Marítima Cruise Berth
Acapulco's single downtown cruise berth on the malecón beside the Fuerte de San Diego; one to two ships alongside. A new 350 m pier is under construction (due 2027), so berthing arrangements may change. Coordinates approximate — the berth is not separately tagged in OSM.
📍 Latitude: 16.849361, Longitude: -99.906118
See dock on port map →Getting to Acapulco
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
The zócalo, cathedral and Fuerte de San Diego are a flat 5-10 minute walk from the terminal — the easiest way into the old town.
📍 Terminal exit onto the malecón and Costera Miguel Alemán.
Unmetered and cash-only — agree the fare in pesos before boarding; for La Quebrada, Caleta or the Costera beaches fix a round trip with waiting time.
📍 Taxi rank immediately outside the terminal gate.
Uber works in Acapulco but pickups at the port can be slow; drivers sometimes ask you to meet on the Costera just outside the gate.
📍 Order via the Uber app from the terminal area.
Cheap local buses and colectivos run the length of the Costera to the Zona Dorada; crowded, cash-only and best for the adventurous.
📍 Costera Miguel Alemán bus stops, a short walk from the terminal.
When a line runs a paid shuttle it usually heads to the Costera beaches; a taxi is often cheaper for two or more people.
📍 Cruise shuttles board outside the terminal when offered.
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Carry pesos for taxis, markets and beach vendors; keep cards for hotels and bigger restaurants, and only take ashore what you need for the day.
Things to do
La Quebrada Cliff Divers
⭐ Highlight
Acapulco's legendary clavadistas dive 35 m into a narrow surf-filled inlet — several shows daily.
🕐 Midday shows or the floodlit evening dives
Zócalo (Plaza Álvarez)
Short stop⭐ Highlight
Shaded central plaza under giant fig trees, ringed by cafés and the white-towered cathedral.
🕐 Late afternoon when it's liveliest
Parque Papagayo
🚶 Walk
Big shaded family park behind the Costera with gardens, a lake, an aviary and kids' attractions.
🕐 Morning or late afternoon
Isla de la Roqueta
🏖️ Beach
Wooded island off Caleta with a calm swimming beach, snorkelling and a submerged Virgin shrine.
🕐 All day; calmest before noon
Playa Icacos
🏖️ Beach
Long sweep of sand at the east end of the bay near the naval base — calmer and a bit quieter.
🕐 Morning before the afternoon breeze
Playa Condesa
🏖️ Beach
Acapulco's busiest hotel-strip beach on the Costera — sun-loungers, beach bars and water sports.
🕐 Late morning to mid-afternoon
Playa Caleta y Caletilla
🏖️ Beach
Sheltered twin beaches with shallow, calm water — the traditional, family-friendly swim spot.
🕐 Morning to early afternoon
Mercado Central de Acapulco
Short stop🛒 Market
Sprawling local market for produce, crafts, leather and street food — authentic and busy.
🕐 Mid-morning when it's busiest
Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Soledad
Short stop⛪ Church / Cathedral
Quirky blue-domed cathedral on the zócalo with Byzantine-Moorish towers and a cool interior.
🕐 Morning, outside mass times
Fuerte de San Diego (Museo Histórico de Acapulco)
🏛️ Museum
Pentagonal 18th-century fort above the port, now Acapulco's history museum with bay views.
🕐 Mid-morning before the midday heat
Sinfonía del Mar
Short stop📸 Viewpoint
Open-air stone amphitheatre on the rocks near La Quebrada with big Pacific sunset views.
🕐 Late afternoon for sunset
Capilla de la Paz
📸 Viewpoint
Serene hilltop chapel and gardens in Las Brisas with one of the best panoramas over the bay.
🕐 Late afternoon for the light
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Plan my port days →Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Acapulco?
- Your ship docks directly at the Acapulco cruise terminal in Mexico.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Acapulco?
- Yes. Acapulco is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Acapulco centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Taxi, Ride-hail (Uber/Bolt), Local bus, Shuttle bus. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Acapulco?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Acapulco independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Acapulco and are cards accepted?
- Acapulco uses the Mexican Peso. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Acapulco cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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