About The Port Of Los Angeles
Los Angeles anchors Southern California's cruise scene through the historic harbor of San Pedro, long a working port for trade and fishing fleets. Today it serves as both starting point and finale for voyages across the Pacific, with the city's skyline, beaches, and film-industry legacy spreading inland from the waterfront. The port sits within easy reach of Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, and the sandy stretches of Santa Monica and Long Beach.
Visitors arriving here find a compact cruise terminal well suited to onward travel, whether toward the studios and museums of central Los Angeles or south along the coast toward San Diego. The surrounding harbor district retains a maritime character, with fishing boats and cargo vessels sharing the water with departing liners. For those extending a stay, the region's mix of urban energy, beach towns, and canyon scenery makes Los Angeles a practical and rewarding point of embarkation.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Los Angeles.
Explore Hollywood and the Walk of Fame
See the iconic boulevard's stars and handprints outside the TCL Chinese Theatre; about a 45-minute drive from San Pedro, so plan for traffic if time is tight.
Stroll the Santa Monica Pier
Wander the classic amusement pier, boardwalk, and wide beach for a quintessential SoCal seaside break, roughly 30-40 minutes north of the port.
Wander Downtown's Arts and Museum District
Visit The Broad or Walt Disney Concert Hall and explore revitalized loft neighborhoods for a taste of the city's contemporary culture, a short trip from San Pedro.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Los Angeles
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2026 | Lindblad Expeditions | NG Venture | 4 | $3,864 | ||
| Nov 4, 2026 | Princess | Crown Princess | 29 | $3,225 | ||
| Nov 6, 2026 | Princess | Sapphire Princess | 16 | $1,369 | ||
| Nov 8, 2026 | Princess | Emerald Princess | 16 | $1,119 | ||
| Nov 9, 2026 | Princess | Crown Princess | 24 | $2,835 | ||
| Nov 22, 2026 | Lindblad Expeditions | NG Venture | 12 | $7,500 | ||
| Nov 28, 2026 | Princess | Emerald Princess | 16 | $1,879 | ||
| Dec 3, 2026 | Princess | Crown Princess | 16 | $1,319 | ||
| Dec 12, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 16 | $1,169 | ||
| Dec 14, 2026 | Princess | Emerald Princess | 16 | $1,669 | ||
| Dec 19, 2026 | Princess | Discovery Princess | 7 | $1,099 | ||
| Dec 21, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Ovation of the Seas | 8 | $1,049 | ||
| Dec 22, 2026 | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Sky | 17 | $7,199 | ||
| Dec 28, 2026 | Princess | Island Princess | 16 | $2,019 | ||
| Dec 29, 2026 | Regent | Seven Seas Grandeur | 16 | $15,349 | ||
| Dec 30, 2026 | Princess | Emerald Princess | 10 | $3,406 | ||
| Jan 5, 2027 | Windstar | Star Breeze | 10 | $5,739 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Princess | Coral Princess | 129 | $20,307 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Vista | 244 | $125,599 | ||
| Jan 6, 2027 | Princess | Coral Princess | 23 | $5,661 |
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