The Port of San Francisco is the premier gateway to the world, hosting over 100 cruise ship calls and more than 400,000 passengers every year at Pier 27 James R. Herman Cruise Terminal and Pier 35 on The Embarcadero. Cruises from San Francisco travel throughout the California Coast, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico and beyond.
The James R. Herman Cruise Terminal opened in 2014. Passengers board ships via an automated mobile gangway able to meet the varied door heights of cruise ships. When in berth, ships can plug into the Port’s 12 megawatt shore power system to receive the cleanest source of power. The terminal can also be rented during non-cruise days through MetroEvents.
Cruise providers interested in calling on the Port can email inquiries to cruise@sfport.com.
Cruise Lines
San Francisco is the homeport for Princess Cruises and Carnival Cruises. The Port does not manage cruise reservations. Cruises must be booked directly with individual lines.
Passenger Information
Pier 27 is located on the northern waterfront of The Embarcadero. The terminal is accessible by transit, on foot or in a vehicle.
The terminal is approximately 21 minute walk from the Embarcadero BART/Muni station. The nearest public transit is the F Historic streetcar (The Embarcadero/Sansome stop). Passengers can be dropped off at the terminal via personal vehicle, taxi, or ride-share. Temporary or overnight parking is not provided at either Pier 27 or Pier 35 cruise terminals.
Pier 35 is located on the northern waterfront of The Embarcadero, about a 6-8 minute walk north from Pier 27.
Piers 30/32 is less than one mile away from the Ferry Building, between Bryant and Beale streets. It is accessible by vehicle, on foot, or light rail (Embarcadero and Brannan street stop).
There is no overnight parking at the Cruise Terminal.
Passengers wishing to park their vehicle overnight may reserve or purchase parking at nearby garages.
Passengers are encouraged to confirm details with the individual lots prior to arrival. The Port provides this information as a courtesy for cruise passengers and does not manage these properties.
Luggage storage is not offered at the cruise terminals.