Address: Western Docks, Herbert Walker Ave, Southampton, SO15 1HJ. The Southampton cruise port is one of the largest ports in the world. Cruises from Southampton depart from the City Cruise Terminal, which is easily reached from Southampton International Airport via taxi or bus.

In 2026, cruise ships in Southampton depart from five distinct terminals spread across the Eastern and Western Docks. These include the Horizon, Mayflower, City Cruise, Ocean, and QEII terminals. Each terminal serves specific cruise lines; for instance, the Ocean Terminal is the primary home for Cunard and P&O, while the state-of-the-art Horizon Terminal is frequently used by Celebrity Cruises and MSC. The terminals are situated at different "Dock Gates," with Ocean and QEII at Gate 4, while Mayflower and Horizon are located near Gate 10. While some terminals are within a 15-minute walk of the Southampton city center and train station, others, like the Mayflower and QEII, are further into the industrial port area and typically require a short taxi or shuttle ride. Always check your specific embarkation documents, as even the same cruise line may move between terminals depending on the ship's size and port schedule.