Valencia Cruise Port
Valencia, Spain · Mediterranean
Cruise ships dock at Muelle de Cruceros — Main Cruise Berth, Valencia.
Busy commercial cruise port 5 km from central Valencia; needs a shuttle, taxi or bus to reach the sights.
At a glance
Port summary
Valencia is a straightforward DIY call but the terminal is not walkable to town. Most ships run a paid shuttle to the old town or the Marina; EMT bus line 4 connects the port gate to the city centre and the City of Arts. Plan around the mid-city distance and you will easily fit the cathedral, Mercado Central, Turia Gardens and the City of Arts into a full day.
Cruise docks
Muelle de Cruceros — Main Cruise Berth
Primary cruise berth in Valencia, directly beside the Terminal Público de Cruceros. Most large cruise ships dock here. Approximately 5 km from the old town; shuttle or taxi transfer required.
Latitude: 39.459601, Longitude: -0.302275
See dock on port map →Muelle Transversal de Poniente — Secondary Cruise Berth
Secondary cruise berth used on busy days when the main quay is occupied. Ships berthed here are usually served by a temporary marquee check-in and the same shuttle service.
Latitude: 39.456611, Longitude: -0.291255
See dock on port map →Muelle Xità — Overflow Berth
Overflow cruise berth further inside the commercial port. Used occasionally for smaller ships or when both Poniente berths are full; walking to the main terminal is not permitted, a port bus transfer is provided.
Latitude: 39.446697, Longitude: -0.307459
See dock on port map →Getting to Valencia
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Cards are fine for almost everything; carry a few euros for small horchaterías and Mercado Central stalls.
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Excursions compared
4 comparedPanoramic Valencia city tour with Old Town and City of Arts photo stop
≈ 4 h · sold by 8 cruise lines
Cruise line
€70$79
Do it yourself
€26$29
Save ≈ €44Save ≈ $49 (63% off)
Valencia is a dockside port, not tender — disembark and walk 8 minutes to the Pont de les Drassanes – Terminal Marítima bus stop just outside the port gate. EMT bus 4 runs every 10–15 minutes to Plaça de l'Ajuntament for €1.50 single (€3 return) and drops you steps from the old town. From the centre, EMT bus 95 runs every 12 minutes south to the City of Arts and Sciences for another €1.50. The €10 Valencia Cruise Card (sold at the cruise terminal) covers unlimited day-use of EMT buses if you'd rather not fuss with single tickets.
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Valencia historic centre walking tour with Cathedral and Lonja interiors
≈ 3.5 h · sold by 6 cruise lines
Cruise line
€65$73
Do it yourself
€32$36
Save ≈ €33Save ≈ $37 (51% off)
Disembark at Valencia's cruise terminal and walk 8 minutes to the Pont de les Drassanes – Terminal Marítima bus stop. EMT bus 4 runs every 10–15 minutes to Plaça de l'Ajuntament for €1.50 single, 25–30 minutes ride time. Cathedral + Miguelete combo ticket is €11 (€10 cathedral + €3 tower, or buy the combined ticket online to skip the line). La Lonja is just €2 entry and free on Sundays. Central Market is free walk-in.
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Ready-made port days
14 plansThe Old Town Classic
Cathedral, Holy Grail, Miguelete and two UNESCO-grade halls - Valencia's medieval core at walking pace.
The Complete Valencia Day
Medieval core in the morning, Calatrava's white spaceships in the afternoon — the whole city in one long call.
City of Arts with Kids
Europe's biggest aquarium, a hands-on science hall and a giant you can climb — the day children actually remember.
Albufera Lagoon & the Real Paella
A flat-bottomed boat across the lagoon where paella was invented, then lunch in the village that invented it.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Valencia?
- Your ship docks directly at the Valencia cruise terminal in Spain.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Valencia?
- Walking into Valencia 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 Valencia centre?
- Typical options include Shuttle bus, Taxi, Local bus, Hop-on Hop-off, Ride-hail (Uber/Bolt), Tram, On foot. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Valencia?
- Plan for at least 5 hours ashore to see Valencia independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Valencia and are cards accepted?
- Valencia uses the Euro. 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 Valencia 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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