Port Stanley Cruise Port
Stanley, Falkland Islands · South America
Cruise ships anchor offshore in Stanley — tenders ferry passengers to the port.
Plan my port daysRemote tender port in the Falkland Islands capital with penguins and 1982 war history.
At a glance
Port summary
Stanley is a tender port — ships anchor in Stanley Harbour and passengers ride Zodiacs or ship tenders to a jetty on Ross Road. The town is tiny and walkable. Gypsy Cove penguins are a short drive away. Volunteer Point (king penguins) requires a pre-booked 4x4 excursion. Cash is useful as the only ATM is at Standard Chartered Bank. Weather is unpredictable — pack windproof layers even in summer.
Cruise dock
🚢 Stanley Public Jetty — Tender Landing
Public jetty on Ross Road where tender boats land cruise passengers. Ships anchor in Stanley Harbour and passengers are ferried ashore by Zodiac or ship tender. The jetty is in the center of town.
📍 Latitude: -51.69212, Longitude: -57.885269
See dock on port map →Getting to Stanley
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
The tender jetty puts you in the heart of Stanley. All main sights are within walking distance.
📍 Step off the tender jetty onto Ross Road
Very limited taxis — pre-book for Gypsy Cove or battlefield tours. Cash only.
📍 Ask at the jetty or pre-book through your ship
Shuttle service to Gypsy Cove runs on cruise ship days. Departs roughly every 20 minutes.
📍 Shuttle departs near the public jetty on Ross Road
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Bring British pounds or withdraw Falkland pounds from the ATM. Cash is king here.
Things to do
1982 Liberation Memorial
Short stop⭐ Highlight
Solemn memorial on Ross Road commemorating the 255 British servicemen who died in the 1982 conflict.
🕐 Any time
Mount Tumbledown Battlefield
⭐ Highlight
The site of a decisive 1982 battle with memorials and sweeping views over Stanley and the harbour.
🕐 Morning for clearest views
Government House
Short stop⭐ Highlight
Official residence of the Falkland Islands Governor with a colourful garden.
🕐 Any time (exterior only)
Ross Road Waterfront Walk
Short stop🚶 Walk
A pleasant walk along Stanley's main road passing colourful houses, monuments, and harbour views.
🕐 Morning for best light
The Globe Tavern
Short stop🍹 Bar
A legendary Falklands pub where locals and visitors mix over beers and hearty meals.
🕐 Lunchtime or early evening
Christ Church Cathedral & Whalebone Arch
Short stop⛪ Church / Cathedral
The world's southernmost Anglican cathedral with its famous arch made from whale jawbones.
🕐 Any time during daylight hours
Historic Dockyard Museum
Short stop🏛️ Museum
Award-winning museum covering Falklands maritime history, the 1982 war, and natural history.
🕐 Morning before cruise crowds build
Lady Elizabeth Shipwreck
Short stop📸 Viewpoint
A photogenic 1913 barque shipwreck visible in the eastern end of Stanley Harbour.
🕐 Any time for photography
Gypsy Cove Penguin Colony
🌿 Nature
Watch Magellanic penguins in their natural burrow nesting site along a windswept coastal boardwalk.
🕐 Morning for active penguins (Oct–Mar)
Philatelic Bureau
Short stop🛍️ Shopping
Buy unique Falkland Islands postage stamps and first-day covers at this famous bureau.
🕐 Any time during opening hours
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Plan my port days →Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Stanley?
- Stanley is a tender port: your ship anchors offshore and passengers transfer to shore by small boat.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Stanley?
- Walking into Stanley from the cruise port isn't practical. Plan to use a shuttle, taxi, or public transport.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Stanley centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Taxi, Shuttle bus. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Stanley?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Stanley independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Stanley and are cards accepted?
- Stanley uses the Falkland Islands pound. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Wi-Fi isn't reliably available at the Stanley cruise terminal. Consider a local SIM or your cruise line's data package.
- 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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