Los Angeles World Cruise Center — Attraction in Los Angeles

As many people know, the west coast doesn't offer a whole ton of options with cruise ship ports as they are scattered in major ocean cities such as San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Astoria OR, and this one in Los Angeles. This is more along the lines of the San Pedro/Long Beach area but nonetheless it is the main cruise terminal which is also known as the "Los Angeles World Cruise Center". The center itself is a hub for all the major cruise lines including Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Celebrity, Norwegian, Disney, and Princess.

I've already been on several cruises in my time but this was my first time ever cruising out of California. Since I researched a ton of information (through Facebook groups and Yelp reviews), I already had a general idea of what to expect. My cruise which was Royal Caribbean's "Navigator of the Seas" was set to embark on Friday April 22, 2022 @ 4:00pm. Me being the early bird that I am, I ended up arriving here around 11:10am.

The best way to get here (from LAX) is to take the 405 South (San Diego Freeway) to the 110 South, right on 47 East and exit on Harbor Blvd. The physical address is 100 Swinford Street Wilmington, CA so if you put that in your GPS, you should be good to go. If you plan on leaving your personal vehicle here, you are given a ticket. Make sure to HOLD ON to your ticket especially if you will be here for several days as this is a daily long-term lot. Parking rates (as of 2022) are free for the first hour and $2/hour thereafter with a maximum daily rate of $20/day). Since I would be leaving my vehicle here from 4/22/2022 to 4/27/2022, that would be a grand total of $100. Otherwise, there are shuttles that drop you off from nearby hotels. Or you could go the simple route and take an Uber or taxi here.

After unloading all my luggage out of my car, an employee that works for cruise center approached me if I will be cruising. I specified to him my ship and he took my heavy carry-on bags, labeled them, and placed them on a cart. After tipping him, I proceeded to the inside of the terminal. During these times with all these safety protocols, everything here was absolutely painless. I provided the staff of Royal Caribbean my passport, proof of vaccination status, a negative COVID-19 test (48 hours or less is required by a proctored health professional), drivers license, and my SeaPass cards through my phone. If you bring all of these documents PRIOR to your arrival, this will expedite the entire process.

When my cruise ship returned to the terminal during the morning of Wednesday April 27, 2022 @ 6:00am, the process was very simple as well. After enjoying a final breakfast buffet at 6:30am, checking out of the suite at 7:00am, I was off the ship by 7:15am. And finally I got back to my car at 7:30am! I must say this was a very painless process, at least from my experience as there were no hiccups. Best of all, you can assure that your vehicle will be safe as this is a private gated parking lot.

All in all, I would have to give the "Los Angeles World Cruise Center" an above average four-star rating. I read many reviews of confusion of where to go, where to wait, what to provide to the staff, and so forth. That is why I highly recommend showing up as early as possible to avoid all the hassles involved; much like if you're flying out of the country. Now that I am familiar with this particular cruise terminal, I plan on making many future...

The Los Angeles World Cruise Center, located in the Port of Los Angeles, is a premier destination for cruise ship travel on the West Coast of the United States. As one of the busiest cruise terminals in the world, it serves as a gateway to exciting cruise adventures and a starting point for memorable journeys to various destinations.

The World Cruise Center offers state-of-the-art facilities and amenities to enhance the cruise experience for passengers. Its modern terminal buildings provide efficient embarkation and disembarkation processes, ensuring a smooth transition between land and sea. The center is equipped with spacious check-in areas, security checkpoints, and comfortable waiting lounges, creating a welcoming and convenient environment for travelers.

Situated in San Pedro, a vibrant neighborhood in Los Angeles, the World Cruise Center provides easy access to popular attractions such as the stunning coastline, vibrant downtown Los Angeles, and world-renowned theme parks like Universal Studios and Disneyland. Passengers can explore the city’s diverse cultural offerings, dine in top-rated restaurants, or embark on pre- or post-cruise adventures in Southern California.

With its strategic location on the Pacific Coast, the World Cruise Center serves as a starting point for cruises to diverse destinations, including Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, the Panama Canal, and beyond. From short coastal getaways to extended voyages, the center offers a wide range of cruise options to suit every traveler’s preferences.

The Los Angeles World Cruise Center stands as a premier hub for cruise travel, combining modern facilities, convenient location, and access to the vibrant city of Los Angeles. It provides an exceptional starting point for unforgettable cruise experiences along the breathtaking Pacific...

Unfortunately we got off to a negative start for our 5 day Mexican riviera cruise on Norwegian. My husband went deep sea sport fishing out of Cabo for one of his excursions. He brought along his pocket knife as it is a useful tool when running multiple lines. He did call Norwegians help line and asked 2 different cust serv reps if this was an acceptable item to bring. Norwegians policy is NOT in alignment with the Port Authority of Los Angeles and his knife was confiscated. No locking knives (so switchblades yes?) No serations either. The agent offered to my husband that he could run it back to our car. Well the parking is a whole other quagmire (see follong paragraph) Norwegian assistance was pretty minimal as nearly every employee had a rather blank stare when my husband would repeat he was to see ship's security once aboard to have his knife returned. Hard lesson learned just imagine you're going thru TSA at a super strict airport. I wish someone would've said "buddy, your knife is gone, forever". There were multiple prices for the parking at the cruise terminal via internet info. If you are fortunate enough to find space at the main piers its cheaper. We missed it by one loop through and around the entire drop-off area. Get yourself into the left lane! We were directed to the overflow parking over 2 miles away, then shuttled back to pier. 22$ per night pay first, keep that receipt, very important. I wish i had known this first. It added 45 minutes to our stand in line and get checked in. The shuttle was very easy and the driver was nice and helpful. It is amazing how many people get corraled in a few short hours. Carnival also had a departing cruise...