Port guide · Mexico

Cozumel cruise port

A Caribbean waterfront for an easy island day, once you know which pier you’re at.

Caribbean itineraries

Port layout: A downtown pier and two piers south of San Miguel [1][2]
Can I walk?: Yes for central San Miguel from Punta Langosta [1][2]
Best first move: Save the full name of your cruise pier before leaving it, especially if you plan to return by taxi.

Port essentials

Punta Langosta is in San Miguel. The International Pier and Puerta Maya sit farther south, so the same shore plan starts differently at each pier. [1][2]

Best first move

Save the full name of your cruise pier before leaving it, especially if you plan to return by taxi.

On foot

Can I walk?

Yes for central San Miguel from Punta Langosta. If you arrive at the International Pier or Puerta Maya, a taxi is the more direct choice for a town visit. Varies by sailing [1][2]

Ashore

Transport options

Walking from Punta Langosta: Use the waterfront for a simple San Miguel visit and keep track of your pier entrance. Check before you go [1][2]
Taxi from the southern piers: Check the taxi pickup point and agree on the destination before leaving. For a park visit, confirm the ride back as well. Check before you go [1][2]

Arrival

Terminals and docking

Punta Langosta: The downtown pier, handy for a visit centred on San Miguel. Varies by sailing [1][2]
International Pier and Puerta Maya: Separate piers south of the centre. Use the full pier name when arranging your return. Varies by sailing [1][2]

Time ashore

Enjoy your time ashore

Choose one anchor for your visit, then add a second stop if your return plan allows.

Island Museum

The waterfront museum explores Cozumel’s history, nature and island identity. [3][4]

On a port day Consider this with a waterfront walk from the downtown pier. From a southern pier, plan transport both ways.
Chankanaab

This coastal park brings together a lagoon, sea access and cultural interpretation. [3][4]

On a port day Treat it as the main outing, with road transport and a confirmed return pickup.

Back on board

Getting back to the ship

Tell the driver the full pier name. Keep time for the ride, pier entry and the walk along the dock. Work back from your ship’s all-aboard time. Departure is the scheduled time the ship leaves.

All aboard is your deadline to return. Departure is when the ship is scheduled to leave.

Cozumel cruise port FAQ

Which cruise pier will my ship use?

Check your sailing information and the port schedule. Punta Langosta, the International Pier and Puerta Maya are different destinations. Varies by sailing [1][2]

Can I use the ferry pier as my return landmark?

Use the actual cruise pier name from your ship. A general waterfront or ferry landmark is too imprecise for a taxi return. Varies by sailing [1][2]

Sources & verification

Sources and last checked

Guide last checked 10 November 2026. Confirm your terminal, transport and all-aboard time for your sailing.

APIQROO · Cruise programming
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 10 November 2026
Cozumel Parks · From your cruise ship
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 10 November 2026
Cozumel Parks · Island Museum
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 10 November 2026
Cozumel Parks · Chankanaab
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 10 November 2026

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