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Edinburgh (S Queensferry), Scotland

S. Queensferry is a port for the legendary city of Edinburgh, famed for its architecture and design. The finest architects of the 18th century created this city of majestic buildings and elegant squares and streets. The top excursions here visit the commanding Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood House, Royal Mile Road, St. Giles Cathedral and Princes Street. On your own, visit the Scotch Whisky Heritage Center and the National Gallery of Scotland.

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South Queensferry cruise port

Cruise port South Queensferry

Cruise port South Queensferry is the gateway to Edinburgh. Unfortunately there is no berth large enough to facilitate cruise ships. Therefore cruise ships will have to up the Forth. Anchor in front of the Forth bridge and tender the cruise passengers to shore to a town called South Queensferry. From here you will have multiple option of how to go to Edinburgh.

Tender dock South Queensferry

Tenders will all arrive at a small pier in the Maid of the Forth port underneath the Forth bridge. At the cruise tender pier you will find some taxis, public transportation and shore excursions companies. On the opposite side of the road you will also find some restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops. The walk to South Queensferry city center takes about 10 minutes. Simply go right when you exit the dock.

Going from South Queensferry cruise pier to Edinburgh

You will 4 options to go to Edinburgh from the South Queensferry cruise pier. You can either take an organised shore excursion that you can book on board your ship.

The X99 bus from South Queensferry cruise pier to Edinburg

You can also take the semi public transportation bus called the “X99 Edinburgh” which is a double decker bus that will take you to Edinburghs city center. You will find this bus stop directly on the left hand side as you exit the pier. You buy a ticket at the bus and enjoy a simple ride into the city center. The bus returning to the ship is called X99 Hawes pier.

Take the train from South Queensferry to Edinburgh Waverly

Option number 3 is to take the train into Edinburgh Waverly. 1/2 a mile from the cruise dock you will find the train station called Dalmeny. Please know that it is a bit of a climb to get there as you will start walking at sea level and the train station is up at the start of the bridge. To get to the train station simply follow the signs in the port that point you to it. Which means that when exiting the cruise dock you take a left. The walk is about 10 minutes and from here you catch the train directly to the city center station in Edinburgh which is called Waverly. Trains to Edinburgh depart around twice an hour. Same goes for coming back.

Taxi from South Queensferry cruise dock to Edinburgh

Another option is taking a taxi from the cruise dock to Edinburgh. A one way ride with a taxi that can seat 5 or 6 passengers will cost you around 30 Sterling pound. You can catch the taxi directly at the cruise pier. Simple follow the signs at the exit of the pier. You will find the taxi rank directly to the right hand side, next tot the cruise dock.

Taxi prices at South Queensferry cruise dock to Edinburgh

Taxi prices are clearly displayed on the cruise dock. Please expect the following prices for destinations: South Queensferry cruise dock – Edinburgh Castle: 32 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – Edinburgh Charlotte square (city centre): 30 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – Edinburgh Holyrood Palace / Parliament: 35 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – Edinburgh Waverly station: 32 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – Edinburgh airport: 30 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – Edinburgh Dunfermline Abbey: 30 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – Rosslyn Chapel: 45 pound South Queensferry cruise dock – St. Andrews: 130 pound The prices is one way, per vehicle which can seat up to 5 or 6 passengers.

Please know that prices are subject to change and they are based on approximate metered fares. Which means that these are not fixed prices. They are an estimate according to “Central Taxis” which is Edinburgh’s largest taxi fleet. Taxis will take credit and debit card. Paying in cash is not a requirement.

FAQ about cruise port South Queensferry

What is the name of the cruise pier in South Queensferry? The cruise ships tender will bring cruise passengers to Hawes pier in the Maid of the Forth port, South Queensferry, Scotland. Are cruise ships docking or tendering at South Queensferry? Cruise ships tender passengers to shore in South Queensferry. Is there a hop on hop off bus in South Queensferry? No, there is not. Can I take a taxi from South Queensferry to Edinburgh? Yes, you can. It will cost around 30 – 35 pound one way. Where can I find the X99 bus from South Queensferry to Edinburgh? Directly to the left hand side when you exit the tender dock.

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You will be anchored and tendered to South Queensferry, within sight of the famous Forth Railway Bridge.

Most cruise lines offer shuttles to the center of Edinburgh (16.90 Euros), but only announce this the night before, so not to disturb their excursion sales.

The ship's shuttle (25 minutes trip) will drop you off at Waterloo Place, just a few steps from the point where all hop on/off buses start. Just past Waverley Station.

The local bus company Lothian run buses right at the quay side into Edinburgh taking approx 35 mins, at a cost of £12.00 each return. They drop you in Saint David`s Street which is very central, this is opposite the Scott Monument, so it is easy to find you way back to pick up the bus.Ticket can be used all day on local buses in Edinburgh.

Taxis have a fixed one way rate per taxi (not per person) for 25 Pound.

Climb a small hill (110 steps!) to the railway station at Dalmeny and spent the day in Edinburgh . Trains are every 20 minutes with a journey time of 15 minutes, and cost just over £8, for a return ticket.

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You can walk the waterfront, admire the little Priory Church of St Mary, browse the handful of remaining shops and relax on the sidewalk cafes.

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The currency throughout the UK is the pound (£). You may also hear the slang term quid for pounds. Scottish bank notes are frowned upon in other parts of the UK, so change the notes before leaving Scotland.

Please make sure you get change in English notes as Scottish notes are not everywhere accepted in the rest of the UK.

Cash machines (ATM) or less formally 'holes in the wall' are very widely available and usually dispense £10 and £20 notes.

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Edinburgh (South Queensferry) United Kingdom

Edinburgh , the capital of Scotland, is built on an extinct volcano. The port of South Queensferry is located 18km east of Edinburgh. The Old Town is a maze of alleys and cobbled streets filled with historic castles, museums and cathedrals. After the Act of Union of 1707, Scotland joined England and many wealthy people abandoned Edinburgh for London. The Georgian terraces of the New Town were built with the aim of attracting them again. Both the Old City and the New Town are UNESCO World Heritage Sites . In August, Edinburgh hosts the Frindge Art Festival and the Military Tattoo .

The banks of Scotland issue their own currency which is at parity with the pound sterling.

Watch out for the rain. In July and August, there may be mosquitoes. Bring mosquito repellent.

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Where is located the Port of South Queensferry Cruise Terminal

The harbour is located 18km east of Edinburgh. The ships are anchored in the Forth River and passengers transferred by small boats to Hawes pier in the town of South Queensferry.

Smaller ships can dock at The Ocean Terminal in Leith near the Royal Yacht Britannia.

Travelling around the Edinburgh (South Queensferry) Cruise Port

Dalmeny Train Station is located at the top of the hill. The journey to Edinburgh’s Waverley Station (near Princes Street) is about 20 minutes and the cost is about 4 pounds.

Once in Edinburgh the various sites are easily visited on foot.

Activities in Edinburgh (South Queensferry)

Neighborhoods.

The street leading from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace in the middle of the Old Town. Several local product shops are located here.

Calton Hill

Climb this hill for a beautiful view of the city and its monuments.

Arthur’s Seat

A hill in Holyrood Park with interesting views.

Holyrood Palace

The official residence of the Queen of Scotland. Admission costs £11 (June 2013). Visits are only possible when the royal family is away.

Scott Monument

Climb the 287 steps to see this monument on Princes Street. Admission costs £4 (June 2013).

Scottish Parliament

You can visit this modern building near Holyrood Palace for free.

Floors Castle

Residence of the Duke of Roxburghe, one of the largest inhabited castles in Scotland.

Glamis Castle

Royal residence since 1372.

Historical sites

Edinburgh castle.

This hilltop royal fortress is home to the jewels of Scottish royalty. A cannon shot is fired at 1PM every day except Sunday. Admission costs £16 (June 2013) and tickets can be purchased online to avoid the queue. Plan an hour and a half for the visit of the castle.

Dryburgh Abbey

Ruins of a 12th century monastery.

Royal Yacht Britannia

Visit the royal family former ship. You can see the royal apartments as well as the crew quarters and the engine room. Admission costs £12 (June 2013) and tickets can be purchased online. Plan at least an hour and a half for the visit if you want to take advantage of the audioguide.

Scottish National Portrait Gallery

National gallery of scotland, scottish national gallery of modern art, royal botanic garden.

The visit to the gardens is free, but the visit to the greenhouses costs £4.50 (June 2013)

Medieval town where the Royal - Ancient Golf Club and the British Museum on the Golf are located.

Excursions in Edinburgh (South Queensferry)

Visitors on their first visit will probably want to tour the city and visit Edinburgh Castle.

Other excursions will show you attractions in Edinburgh’s vicinity.

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Leith-Edinburgh (Newhaven-Rosyth-Queensferry, Scotland)

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Port Leith-Edinburgh cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Leith-Edinburgh, Newhaven-Rosyth-Queensferry, Scotland. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

Edinburgh's principal cruise port is Port Leith, but some ships may alternatively stop at Newhaven (tender cruise port). Both seaports are located on Firth of Forth's southern shore. Firth of Forth (mainland Scotland) is River Forth's estuary. Aberdeen Harbour is approx 100 mi (160 km) away. Edinburgh is Scotland's capital city. By population (around 0,5 million, metro 1,35 million) it is ranked country's 2nd largest - after Glasgow . Edinburgh is also UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting international and UK tourist with its historic sights, castles, numerous entertainment and activities options, the annual Edinburgh Festival.

Forth Ports (Edinburgh's cruise port operator company) manages a total of 7 UK seaport terminals and anchorages - Leith, Dundee, London-Tilbury , plus the anchorages Rosyth, South Queensferry and Newhaven (England). In 2018, Edinburgh received 114 cruise ship calls with 150,000+ tourists (passengers and crew). In 2019, the number grew to 155,000.

Port Leith (Edinburgh)

Port Leith (locode GBLEI) is to the northeast of Edinburgh City and is within the city's council area. Leith is one of Edinburgh's most profitable enterprises, with annual cargo shipping capacity 1.5+ million tons.

Leith Docks became Edinburgh's port in early-19th-century, when there were built numerous facilities serving the shipbuilding and ship repair industries. During 19th-century, Leith also became a major port serving Scotland's herring export trade.

Currently, Port Leith is Scotland's biggest enclosed (harbor) deepwater port, with capability to handle vessels up to 50,000 DWT (deadweight tons). Port Leith provides easy access to major roads in Scotland, including A1 highway, Edinburgh by-pass, M8 and M9. It offers road and rail connections and is perfectly located for North Sea shipping operations of any kind. Port's busy cruising season is March through October, with roundtrip itineraries offered mainly by large liners operated by Cunard , Princess , MSC , Costa .

In January 2023, the cruiseferry Tallink Victoria I (permanently berthed at Imperial Dock and being chartered by the Scottish government to house Ukrainian refugees) became Port Leith's first vessel to receive shore-power . The technology allows berthed vessels to switch off their diesel engines/electricity generators and instead use electricity from the city grid for their onboard hotel services. In this case, the ship was provided with electricity generated from non-fossil fuels (wind turbines).

In January 2023 was also completed the Port's electrical network extension (connection to the Harbour Berth) that now allows shore-power supply to offshore construction vessels homeported in Leith.

Port Rosyth (Edinburgh)

An alternative cruise port for Edinburgh is Port Rosyth (locode GBROY), but it is rarely used. Large-sized liners usually anchor near South Queensferry (opposite to Rosyth), from where their passengers are tendered ashore. Port Rosyth is located across Forth Railway Bridge, approx 35-min drive distance from Edinburgh's downtown. Rosyth is a ferry port used by Blue Star Ferries .

Next photo shows South Queensferry's cruise ship anchorage area.

South Queensferry (aka "The Ferry") is a small port town located approx 10 mi (16 km) to the northwest of Edinburgh downtown. The town is between Forth Railway Bridge and Forth Road Bridge. The prefix "South" is used to distinguish it from the town "North Queensferry". Both towns are named for the established by Queen Margaret (aka Margaret of Wessex, 1045-1093) ferry service between them. The service was discontinued in 1964, when the Forth Road Bridge was inaugurated.

The above photo shows Rosyth Dockyard (part of the seaport). Rosyth Dockyard is a naval dockyard owned and operated by Babcock Marine Ltd (2007-founded subsidiary of Babcock International Group / multinational corporation). Before the company's privatization in 1987, the large shipyard complex was named "Royal Naval Dockyard Rosyth" and was operated as British Government-owned and contractor-managed facility. In 1997, Babcock International purchased the shipyard. Currently, this is the shipbuilding yard for the UK's newest and largest aircraft carriers of the Queen Elizabeth-class.

In 2017, the Fred Olsen -owned ship Black Watch offered a total of 8 cruises leaving roundtrip from Rosyth. Operated in the period August 14 through October 14, the roundtrip itineraries included 7-night Norwegian Fjords, 10-night Northern European cities, 16-night Canary Islands and Madeira . Also roundtrip from Rosyth, In 2017 the company offered (for the first time ever) 2 river cruises. The itineraries were themed "French Rivers" and "German Waterways".

According to statistical data provided by Peter Wilson (cruiseforth.com), for season 2019, from all the 110 scheduled to visit Edinburgh cruise liners, 34 were booked at Newhaven, 29 at Rosyth, 25 at Leith and 22 at Queensferry.

In October 2022 was announced the "Forth Green Freeport" project to transform Rosyth into a modern port, an advanced shipbuilding and manufacturing center as well as a major logistics hub. The project (budgeted ~GBP 1 billion/~EUR 1,14B) included the construction of a new cargo terminal, a new rail freight connection, manufacturing facilities for the marine renewable energy industry (offshore wind farms) and green power generation.

• Forth Green Freeport covers an area of ~150 hectares/~370 acres (sites within Rosyth and Burntisland) owned by the companies Babcock International Group plc, Forth Ports Ltd and Scarborough Muir Group Ltd.
• Forth Green Freeport's employment at Rosyth and Burntisland included ~7000 newly created local jobs in addition to ~50,000 new jobs across Scotland.

In July 2022, DFDS Seaways (Danish ferry company) signed with Ptarmigan Shipping an agreement for a new freight ferry route connecting Rosyth with Zeebrugge-Bruges Belgium (opened in 2023)

Leith-Edinburgh cruise terminal

Smaller-sized cruise ships to Edinburgh dock at Leith port's cruise terminal located approx 3 mi (5 km) from downtown Edinburgh. Cruise vessels enter the port from River Forth's estuary. The dock can accommodate vessels with max LOA length 720 ft (220 m).

Newhaven UK is a tender cruise port, meaning passengers are tendered between the anchored ship and the quay (~10-min ride). Newhaven Port Authority complimentary provides bus transfer to Ocean Terminal's shopping mall. At the quay, there are a taxi rank and a bus station.

Port Leith is an important destination for Northern Europe's ship cruising industry. The port handles around 40 cruise vessels and 20,000 passengers annually. Leith Cruise Terminal provides good facilities for turnarounds (roundthrips) and transit calls.  Its central location is convenient for shore excursions and tours to Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.

The cruise ship terminal building features a modern design and has all the necessary passenger facilities, including waiting area, phone, internet, toilets. More amenities are offered by the "Ocean Terminal" shopping mall, located at 5-min walking distance from the Leith cruise port terminal. The mall has shops, banking facilities, restaurants, cafes, car parking, and is served by Lothian Buses lines 11, 22, 34, 35, 36. Lothian Buses started the direct service "X99 Cruiselink" Queensferry-Edinburgh (in 2018) and Newhaven-Edinburgh (in 2019).

At Port Leith are available taxis and shuttle buses. The port's parking area is adjacent to the cruise terminal and can accommodate up to 450 vehicles (cars and tour buses). The closest to the cruise port airport (Edinburgh Airport) is about 30 min ride. The closest to the port railway station (Waverley) is about 15-min ride from the cruise terminal.

At Ocean Terminal is also the permanently berthed Royal Yacht Britannia (officially "HMY Britannia"). This is Queen Elizabeth II's former royal yacht, operated in the period 1954-1997.

Large cruise ships dock at Newhaven (Edinburgh City's district) located between Leith and Granton. It is approx 3 km (2 ml) north of downtown Edinburgh. These liners actually anchor near Newhaven and their passengers are transported between the anchorage point and the tender pier via tender boats. This distance is approx 1,7 mi (3 km) or about 15-min ride.

At Port Rosyth, due to the lack of public transportation service, the available ways for cruise ship passengers are taxis (at the passenger / ferry terminal building) and eventually shuttle bus service provided by the cruise company.

Most cruise operators offer shuttles to Edinburgh's downtown. This service is at fee pp. The local bus operator Cramond Coaches provides an alternative shuttle service to downtown. Cramond Coaches staff will be waiting at the pier. Their buses go to Charlotte Square, from where passengers can catch the green bus (hop-on / hop-off) for the popular Edinburgh Tour. Cruise line's bus shuttle offers 25-min travel to Waterloo Place (a green bus stop).

• Edinburgh castle: the castle is the most popular landmark in the city. It is two kilometres from Edinburgh cruise port. It is located on a volcanic rock’s top. The view from the highest point offers a panorama of the Firth of Forth and Fife. Inside you can see the Great Hall, the St Margaret’s Chapel and the Stone of Destiny.
• The Royal Mile: the one-mile long road connects the Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, both Royal Residences.
• Royal Botanic Garden: the second oldest (after Oxford’s) British botanic garden. It dates from 1670 and was originally medicinal plants garden. It is located in the north of the city and is amazing, especially in the spring time.
• Edinburgh Fringe Festival: the world’s largest art festival is held for three weeks every August.
• National Museum of Scotland: located on Chambers Street. It was reopened in July 2011 after a renovation for £47 million. It houses 16 galleries and displays more than 8,000 different objects.
• Camera Obscura: spend a really fun time! Located in Victorian rooftop chamber near the Edinburgh Castle’ entrance.

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• Take a Firth boat tour, which typically includes nearby Inchcolm Island and the historic, medieval Inchcolm Abbey. You'll also get a commentary of area bridges and other points of interest, along with spotting playful seals, puffins, and other local wildlife.  
• Those interested in engineering can take in the Forth Road Bridge either by crossing it on your own, or take one of the walking tours available. Not only are the views amazing, but there's a museum and information center on the North Queensferry end, as well as a Contact and Education Centre in the south.  
• The lovely Hopetoun House was built between 1699 and 1701, with an English garden style landscape park laid out in 1725. You can view the house and grounds during the summer months, and if you're lucky, you might catch a classical music recital.  
• The Queensferry Museum may be small, but it's alive with area history (which includes the nearby town of Dalmeny). You'll hear about the construction of the bridges – and how the Forth Rail Bridge was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. You will learn more about the intriguing Burry Man and why he's immortalized during festival season.

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If you have a place on your bucket list, chances are, a cruise will get you there – provided the destination is along a coastline or inland waterway. Cruises cover the world, taking millions of passengers each year to regions such as the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Alaska, Europe, the Mediterranean and even Antarctica. Cruising offers a tremendous value, with trips that include your lodging, meals and entertainment – all rolled into one. Some luxury cruise lines even offer fully inclusive vacations, which cover drinks and tours ashore. And best of all, cruising means seeing the world conveniently after unpacking only once.

Cruises also provide a wonderful option for families, with many ships offering things like waterslides, mini-golf courses and fun clubs for kids, tweens and teens. While most are free, nursery programs can cost extra. Planning is easy: Pick your destination and the right ship (and line) for your travel style. The cruise line makes it simple, offering packages to help you save on extras like alcohol, shore tours or even airfare.

Travelers say they choose to cruise because cruising often costs less per night when compared with land vacations at a hotel, where they'll have to book -- and pay for -- every extra.

What are Tips for Finding Cheap Cruises?

If you're a flexible traveler, you'll have a better chance of finding cheap cruises. Take a cruise that doesn't sail over the summer or holidays, when prices are highest. Book an inside cabin, or take your chances with a "guarantee cabin," ideal for passengers who aren't picky about their stateroom location but really want the lowest price available. Book cabins on lower decks, which often come with lower prices than those rooms on higher floors – that is staterooms over suites.

Cruise brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International offer rates that might drop as low as $75 per person per night -- and sometimes even lower.

If you want a real bargain, consider a transatlantic or repositioning cruise. These cruises are one-way or open-jaw trips, that start in one port and finish at another. You can score a deal sailing from Florida to Europe, for example, or even from New York to Florida. Just be aware, you'll probably have to pay a bit more for airfare to return.

What are Tips to Finding Last-Minute Cruise Deals?

While being flexible date wise will always get you the best last-minute cruise deals, it's particularly helpful if you live near a cruise port and can quickly drive there. That way you'll probably be able to jump on those deals that might pop up just a week or two before the ship is scheduled to sail.

Or if you don't have flexibility with either departure dates or embarkation locations, be willing to compromise on exact destinations. This will allow you to find a wider range of last-minute deals traveling to locations in their off-season or so-called shoulder season.

Do plenty of research and know what your ideal cruise is and costs on average, so both are already on your radar. When you see it drop, pounce! (Many cruise lines update pricing several times per day, so preparation is crucial.)

Best cruises in 2024

There's truly a cruise style and ship for everyone, and that has never been more the case than in 2024, as vessels continue to come in an array of sizes – from riverboats and expedition vessels to the largest-ever mega ships. And it's not an exaggeration to say some are loaded with so many activities that you couldn't possibly enjoy them all in a single sailing.

Families will find plenty of options and activities onboard big ships, which have transformed cruising, making the vessels as exciting as the destinations themselves. The Caribbean is always a great option for families, offering lots of sunshine, great beaches and culture. Alaska, famous for its incredible vistas and abundant wildlife, is also a solid family cruise option. Consider cruise brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Norwegian Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, MSC Cruises and even Celebrity Cruises and Holland America Line for a great multi-generational voyage.

Or on the smaller side, by comparison, river cruising remains a hot ticket item this year, with exciting routes that send eager guests down the Danube or Rhine rivers in Europe or to lesser-frequented locations, like the Mekong River in Cambodia or Vietnam, or soon the Magdalena River in Colombia. Popular river cruises embark in timeless cities like Amsterdam, Budapest and Lisbon. River cruise lines to consider encompass Viking, AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, Emerald Cruises, Tauck, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and Riverside Luxury Cruises, as well as American Cruise Lines for a domestic alternative.

If you're an adventurer at heart, an expedition cruise might be best for you. These voyages, often onboard small ships (only a few hundred passengers tops), offer an intimate experience that brings passengers right up next to glaciers, whales, penguins and iguanas. Ships visit tiny spots all over the world – from pole to pole – including the Arctic, Alaska, Australia, Greenland, the Galapagos and, of course, Antarctica. Passengers will spend their time zodiacing, kayaking, hiking, biking and exploring with expert guides and knowledgeable naturalists. Expedition travelers love cruise lines such as Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, UnCruise Adventures, Silversea, HX (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions), Ponant and Quark Expeditions, as well as an ever-expanding list that now even extends to Seabourn and Viking.

But for the most decadent form of travel, luxury cruises offer all-inclusive experiences onboard small to median-sized ships (usually under a thousand passengers) with perks like butlers, high-end amenities and personalized, intuitive service, not to mention the finest dining at sea. Ships often feature luxury touches like marble and crystal decor, intimate spaces and beautiful spas. Because luxury ships tend to be on the smaller size, they can often reach off-the-beaten-path destinations bigger ships simply cannot access -- ports like St. Tropez or Guadeloupe. If you're looking for a luxury cruise, consider Crystal, Seabourn, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea, Explora Journeys, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and upcoming Four Seasons Yachts.

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Princess Cruises ships ranked by size from biggest to smallest — the complete list

Are you looking for the most venue-packed, resort-like Princess Cruises ships at sea? If so, you'll want to get on one of the biggest Princess cruise ships.

The biggest Princess cruise ships are, by their very nature, the Princess ships with the most onboard restaurants, bars and showrooms, as well as the most sprawling decktop pool and lounge areas. The biggest Princess ships have the biggest casinos and spas among ships in the Princess fleet and the most cabins and suites — as well as the most variation in cabin and suite types.

With room for 4,000 passengers or more, the biggest Princess ships are truly large resorts of the sort you find at the biggest vacation destination on land. If you're in the "bigger is better" camp when it comes to a resort experience, these are the Princess ships for you.

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Still, Princess doesn't just operate large vessels. The Los Angeles-based cruise giant — the fifth largest cruise line in the world — also has several relatively small cruise ships in its fleet that carry just 2,000 or 3,000 people and have a more intimate feel. In some cases, these vessels are nearly 50% smaller than the size of Princess Cruises' biggest ships. These smaller ships, notably, have less deck-top pool space and fewer interior venues than the biggest Princess cruise ships. However, with fewer people on board, that's not necessarily a bad thing.

The smallest Princess cruise ships are best for vacationers who like a more intimate, less crowded resort experience.

Related: The 4 types of Princess Cruises ships, explained

To make sure you end up on the right Princess ship for you, it pays to study which Princess ships are the biggest and which are the smallest before booking.

Here, every Princess ship currently in operation is ranked from biggest to smallest.

1. Sun Princess

Maiden voyage: 2024 Size: 177,882 gross tons Passenger capacity: 4,300

2. Discovery Princess

Maiden voyage: 2022 Size: 145,000 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,660

3 (tied). Enchanted Princess

Maiden voyage: 2020 Size: 144,650 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,660

3 (tied). Sky Princess

Maiden voyage: 2019 Size: 144,650 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,660

5. Majestic Princess

Maiden voyage: 2017 Size: 143,700 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,560

6 (tied). Regal Princess

Maiden voyage: 2014 Size: 142,229 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,560

6 (tied). Royal Princess

Maiden voyage: 2013 Size: 142,229 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,560

8 (tied). Ruby Princess

Maiden voyage: 2008 Size: 113,561 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,080

8 (tied). Emerald Princess

Maiden voyage: 2007 Size: 113,561 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,080

8 (tied). Crown Princess

Maiden voyage: 2006 Size: 113,561 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,080

11 (tied). Sapphire Princess

Maiden voyage: 2004 Size: 115,875 gross tons Passenger capacity : 2,670

11 (tied). Diamond Princess

13. Caribbean Princess

Maiden voyage: 2004 Size: 112,894 gross tons Passenger capacity : 3,149

14. Grand Princess

Maiden voyage: 1998 Size: 107,517 gross tons Passenger capacity : 2,600

15. Island Princess

Maiden voyage: 2003 Size: 92,822 gross tons Passenger capacity : 2,200

16. Coral Princess

Maiden voyage: 2002 Size: 91,627 gross tons Passenger capacity : 2,000

What is the biggest Princess cruise ship?

The biggest Princess cruise ship is the 4,300-passenger Sun Princess , which is also the line's newest vessel. It just debuted in February.

Sun Princess is the first vessel in Princess Cruises' new Sphere Class of ships, which have been designed to be much bigger and more venue-packed than the vessels in the line's last new series of ships, the Royal Class.

Sun Princess measures 177,882 gross tons, which is about 22% bigger than the biggest ship in the Royal Class (the 145,000-ton Discovery Princess). Royal Class ships range in size from 142,229 to 145,000 gross tons.

Note that gross tons is a size measurement referring to interior space, not weight.

A second ship in the Sphere Class series, Star Princess, is under construction at a shipyard in Italy and will debut in October 2025 .

For more details on Sun Princess, including what venues are on board and what it's like to sail on the vessel, see TPG's comprehensive first look at Sun Princess after an early sailing.

What is the smallest Princess cruise ship?

The smallest Princess cruise ship is the 2,000-passenger Coral Princess. Measuring just 91,267 gross tons, it's about 36% smaller than Discovery Princess, making it a significantly smaller vessel.

Coral Princess dates to 2002, a time when cruise ships were built far smaller than they are today and with far fewer venues. At 21 years old, it's also one of the two oldest vessels in the Princess fleet and will probably be phased out sometime in the next decade.

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While significantly smaller than the newest Princess ships, Coral Princess still has many of the signature spaces and venues found on new Princess vessels, including an Italian eatery called Sabatini's and a steakhouse.

Entertainment venues on Coral Princess include a relatively large main theater for production shows, a secondary lounge that offers comedy shows and other entertainment, and a casino. Like other Princess ships, the top deck of the vessel is mostly devoted to pool areas with hot tubs and lounge chairs. There's also a spa.

While smaller and older than the typical Princess ship, Coral Princess has a loyal following among Princess fans who prefer smaller and more intimate ships.

Are bigger Princess cruise ships coming?

It's not clear yet. Princess currently has one new ship on order, Star Princess. But the final size of Star Princess won't be known until the vessel debuts in late 2025.

Star Princess will be the second vessel in the new Sphere Class of ships at Princess. It's likely to be very similar in size to the first vessel in the series, the new Sun Princess. But it's not uncommon for each new vessel in a series to be slightly bigger than the one before.

Star Princess is currently under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard near Monfalcone, Italy.

Note that this isn't the first time Princess has named a ship Sun Princess or Star Princess. Both are recycled names from past Princess ships. Princess operated smaller vessels under the Sun Princess and Star Princess names up until 2020.

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What's the difference between bigger and smaller Princess ships?

The biggest Princess cruise ships have room for more onboard venues and attractions than smaller Princess ships. That makes them more alluring for vacationers who prefer a big resort experience with lots of options as compared to a stay at a smaller resort.

On the biggest Princess vessels, the Sphere Class and Royal Class vessels, you'll find the largest piazza-like central atriums in the Princess fleet surrounded by lots of bars and restaurants; multiple entertainment venues for live shows, comedy acts and more; and expansive pool decks with more space for sunning than you'll find on smaller Princess vessels.

You'll also find some only-on-the-Royal-class-ships extras, including, on some of the Royal Class ships, a glass-floored "SeaWalk" that extends over the side of the vessel.

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Princess' smaller cruise ships also are generally its older cruise ships and lack some of the above features, which are more typical of newer ships. These smaller Princess ships have a more intimate feel, at least in the pantheon of relatively big, mass-market ships, and they hold fewer people.

While Sphere Class and Royal Class ships can hold more than 4,500 passengers with every berth full, the line's smaller vessels (particularly the relatively small Island Princess and Coral Princess) often sail with just 2,000 or so passengers on board.

That makes the smaller Princess ships a good choice for someone who wants to try Princess but isn't eager to travel with huge crowds. The smallest ships in the Princess fleet thus appeal to a subset of Princess fans who prefer more intimacy in a cruise vessel and don't mind giving up some onboard amenities to get it. They are also often less expensive to sail on, on a per-day basis.

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In addition, because of their size, the smallest ships at Princess Cruises are able to operate itineraries to places that aren't as easy for big ships to visit. Not all ports in the world can handle a ship the size of Sun Princess.

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Carnival Corp to fold P&O Cruises Australia brand into Carnival Cruise Line

Carnival Corp. will fold P&O Cruises Australia into Carnival Cruise Line next year.

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• The change does not affect Carnival Corp.’s England-based P&O Cruises, which is a separate brand.

The cruise line operator will retire the P&O Cruises Australia brand in March 2025, the company announced Monday.

"Despite increasing Carnival Cruise Line's capacity by almost 25% since 2019 including transferring three ships from Costa Cruises, guest demand remains incredibly strong so we're leveraging our scale in an even more meaningful way by absorbing an entire brand into the world's most popular cruise line," Carnival Corp. CEO Josh Weinstein said in a news release .

Other Carnival Corp. brands include Holland America Line , Princess Cruises and Seabourn.

Carnival Cruise Line will constitute around 35% of the company’s worldwide capacity when the transition is finished, up from 29% in 2019. P&O’s Pacific Encounter and Pacific Adventure ships will sail for Carnival following a rebrand, while Pacific Explorer will leave the fleet in February.

"P&O Cruises Australia is a storied brand with an amazing team, and we are extremely proud of everything we have accomplished together in Australia and the broader region," Weinstein continued. "However, given the strategic reality of the South Pacific's small population and significantly higher operating and regulatory costs, we're adjusting our approach to give us the efficiencies we need to continue delivering an incredible cruise experience year-round to our guests in the region.”

A spokesperson for the company told USA TODAY the integration "will unfortunately result in some staffing reductions, and we are notifying employees," though they did not share specific numbers. "We also expect to have most members of the P&O Australia shipboard team redeployed to work for Carnival Cruise Line or our six other cruise lines operating in the region," the spokesperson said in an emailed statement.

Following the change, Carnival will have four ships sailing in the market, including Carnival Splendor and Carnival Luminosa. The company said guests will be contacted “in the coming days” about any changes to future cruises because of the consolidation. Current itineraries will sail as scheduled.

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"We look forward to building on the history and heritage of P&O Cruises Australia by bringing some of our innovations to more cruise guests in the region," Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy added in the release. "While we plan to make some technology upgrades and other small changes to the two P&O Cruises Australia ships, they will continue to be geared to the unique Australian market with a familiar feel and much of the same experiences for P&O Cruises Australia guests.”

The change does not affect Carnival Corp.’s England-based P&O Cruises, which is a separate brand. The company also recently announced that Carnival Cruise Line will add two new Excel-class ships in 2027 and 2028.

Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at [email protected].

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14-night land and cruise experience highlights america’s roots with nation’s capital, philadelphia, williamsburg & more.

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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 13, 2024) – Princess guests discovering the scenic east coast on a 2025 Canada & New England cruise sailing out of New York City can now immerse themselves in historic America as they tour the nation’s capital, interact with early settlers at a living history museum, visit Independence Hall in Philadelphia, and stand on the same soil as Thomas Jefferson at his Monticello estate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This Historic America cruisetour takes guests on a seven-night, hosted land tour with overnight stays in Washington D.C., Williamsburg, Staunton, Gettysburg and Philadelphia prior to boarding a seven-day Canada/New England cruise onboard Enchanted Princess roundtrip from New York City.

“Visiting our nation’s capital, nearby historic cities and landmarks always ranks high on travelers’ lists of places to visit in their lifetime,” said Terry Thornton, chief commercial officer, Princess Cruises. “We make traveling to historic America easy, educational and memorable with our knowledgeable and inspiring tour guides sharing the incredible stories of our country’s settlers, leaders, landmarks and historic sites.”

This Historic America cruisetour includes hotels, motorcoach transportation, sightseeing and most breakfasts and dinners. Sample itinerary details:

• Day 1: Arrive Washington, DC
• Day 2: Tour Arlington Cemetery, Embassy Row, National Cathedral, museums of choice, evening illumination tour of Lincoln, Vietnam, World War II, and Korean War Memorials
• Day 3: Visit Mount Vernon, George Washington’s iconic estate, and Jamestown Settlement before arriving in Williamsburg for dinner at a Colonial Williamsburg Tavern
• Day 4: Full day of Colonial Williamsburg historic area
• Day 5: Tour Richmond National Battlefield Park and Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello estate
• Day 6: Enjoy Harpers Ferry National Historic Park and guided tour of Gettysburg Battlefield
• Day 7: City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, for Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, First Bank, Carpenter’s Hall, Betsy Ross House, Elfreth’s Alley and Christ Church
• Day 8: Arrive in New York City to embark Enchanted Princess for cruise
• Day 9: Newport, Rhode Island
• Day 10: Boston, Massachusetts
• Day 11: Portland, Maine
• Day 12: At Sea
• Day 13: Halifax, Canada
• Day 14: At Sea
• Day 15: Return to New York City

On sale now, there are 10 Historic America cruisetour options in 2025 with departure dates of August 16, 23, 30; September 6, 13, 20, 27; October 4, 11 and 18, 2025. Rates start at $4,529 per person.

Thornton added, “With the upcoming 250th anniversary of America in 2026, now is the time to visit our nation’s historic landmarks and celebrate our independence.”

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Princess shuttles in port?

By phabric , May 11, 2011 in British Isles/Western Europe

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We will be going Guernsey (St Peter Port), Waterford, Ireland, Dublin, Ireland, Glasgow, Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland.

I have read that some ports Princess has shuttles, which ports?

How did you learn about the shuttle? Were they listed on the excursions offered before sailing or on the excursion booklets left in the cabin to be booked onboard? Or announced while onboard? Example - Princess has an excursion for Edinburgh - on your own for $59. We plan on doing the HOHO bus while in Edinburgh and will need transportation into the city from Rosyth dock and don't want to spend $59 to learn there is a shuttle cheaper.

Was there a charge for the shuttles?

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Princess has been our worst cruiseline for information. Don't count on them having shuttles everywhere either. And if they do have a shuttle, the charge could still be high. If it were me, I'd start looking for other modes of transportation on your own, NOW!

If we did Princess tours, things well smoothly. It was when we tried to be independent that we had many problems.

Good Luck and have a great cruise!

I understand that shuttle busses are provided by the local commerce (not the cruise lines) in order to take you to their town centres where you will spend your money in their shops, etc.

Guernsey has a great bus system.(if you make port which is 50/50)

http://www.visitguernsey.com/gettingaround/

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I read somewhere that the shuttles were about 10 pounds a person'ish. I could be wrong though.... and I'm sure it varies from port to port. I would think the only ports you'd need it in would be Greenock to Glasgow; LeHavre into the city; Invergordon into Inverness; and possibly Edinburgh (unless you want to walk it). Otherwise there are things to do in Cobh, Liverpool, Guernsey right at or near the port. But I would love to know the cost too, if possible. :confused:

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In Cohb you just walk off the ship and the train station is there if you want to go to Cork. I went to Sunday mass in Cohb and stayed there the whole day and never felt the inclination to leave. Don't dismiss Cohb.

In Guernsey you usually tender in and its a nice flat walk to the fortress. I didn't take the public bus but others did and said the island is small and you can do the whole circle in a short period of time. I would do this if I went back. Guernsey was wonderful to me- so quaint with the sailboats in the harbor and hanging flower baskets.

In Greenock its best to do a tour or go to Glasgow. Greenock is just an ok blue collar port with not much to offer (I walked all over Greenock and did manage to find a bakery with English confections).

In Invergordon there is nothing there except some cute little houses. Again I took a nice walk. There is a train to Inverness and also shuttles to town for a fee from the cruise line. Inverness is lovely and I wished we had stopped there on our tour to Loch Ness. I suggest if possible doing both Loch Ness and Inverness but frankly if I had to choose- I'd pick Inverness since I did Loch Ness and it was good but that's all you really see other than fields and a tantilizing glimpse of Inverness.

Liverpool you can totally DIY. They have the Beatles tour bus and the hoho bus and the Beatles Museum is a 1/4 mile walk from the port. I liked Liverpool. No good shopping there though.

In Edinburgh we tendered to South Ferry where there were vans available for I believe 10 pounds per person for the roundtrip. Don't need to book in advance, you pay there. The journey to Edinburgh is 15 minutes. The castle was the highlight for us. It is an uphill walk from where the bus lets off, so if you have mobility issues- better to get a private taxi from the pier that could get you closer. The walk is about 1 mile or so uphill and when you get to the castle- still more uphill. We had lunch in the Mary Queen of Scots restaurant inside the castle and had a good lunch of caeser salad with chicken and hamburgers. I liked this experience. Then its a nice stroll down to the castle gardens and there are amusements for kids there. There was parade that day which we greatly enjoyed. Then back to the ship. Was enough for me- delightful day.

Le Havre- we disembarked being that this was the last port of call before the other passengers disembarked in Southampton. We took the train to Paris, stayed there for two nights and flew home from Paris, which I highly recommend if Paris is one your list. The train takes about 2 hours each way.

Hope this helps

Yes, you are correct, but the cruiseline usually makes the arrangements with the local commerce. Princess doesn't appear to do that, or didn't in '08 for our Med cruise. We left Civitavecchia to Monte Carlo, Livorno, Naples (shuttle announced but not until 9:00 am) so no help getting to the hydrofoil that left at 9:00 am, Sorrento, Kusadasi, Mykonos (aborted), Athens, Katakolon, Corfu, and Venice. At Corfu NCL Jade had a shuttle and let Princess cruisers use it too. In Venice, we had to pay $24 pp for a PRINCESS TRANSFER to Piazzale Roma, a 5 minute bus ride. And we were told no taxis as there was no home ship in port. Transportation for non-Princess travelers, was NON-EXISTENT.

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In Venice, we had to pay $24 pp for a PRINCESS TRANSFER to Piazzale Roma, a 5 minute bus ride. And we were told no taxis as there was no home ship in port. Transportation for non-Princess travelers, was NON-EXISTENT.

You could have taken the people mover for a couple of euros and then walked...why would you pay that much??

We will be going Guernsey (St Peter Port), Waterford, Ireland, Dublin, Ireland, Glasgow, Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland.   I have read that some ports Princess has shuttles, which ports?   How did you learn about the shuttle? Were they listed on the excursions offered before sailing or on the excursion booklets left in the cabin to be booked onboard? Or announced while onboard? Example - Princess has an excursion for Edinburgh - on your own for $59. We plan on doing the HOHO bus while in Edinburgh and will need transportation into the city from Rosyth dock and don't want to spend $59 to learn there is a shuttle cheaper.   Was there a charge for the shuttles?

we did the same cruise 3 years ago. The only port where there were shuttles was Dublin. The shuttle was a nominal amount - and they had several pick up spots in Dublin. We got off and on at the same place so as not to confuse ourselves - near where the Book of Kells is on display. It was not announced - we found out from CC & confirmed it with wait staff on board ship - they usually have very accurate and useful info.

Glasgow we took the train from Greenock - also found the info for that here.

Edinburgh there was info provided on the train for our tour which gave you the option to stay in Edinburgh on your own after tour was over.

One reason might be that the People Mover didn't go into service until 2010 ;)

We just got off the Grand Princess. Yes, there is a shuttle for Dublin the cost was about $6.00 pp each way. Where we were docked was a long walk to town but if you are a good walker you can do it. When you are on the ship just book the shuttle with the tour office.

We will be anchored in So. Queensferry. I have heard that it is a steep walk to the train station. It is possible to get a taxi to take us to the train station, as we want to go to Edinburgh Castle. If we can't, does anyone know how long the ride is by taxi and the cost. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

sussex-woody

Princess has been our worst cruiseline for information. Don't count on them having shuttles everywhere either. And if they do have a shuttle, the charge could still be high. If it were me, I'd start looking for other modes of transportation on your own, NOW!   If we did Princess tours, things well smoothly. It was when we tried to be independent that we had many problems.   Good Luck and have a great cruise!

We have today returned from the Crown Princess British Isles cruise (round trip out of Southampton) and I fully endorse agabbymama's observation. On the question of lack of information I would add that Princess's port lecturer failed to mention that in two of our ports, our visit coincided with a public holiday meaning that banks and some shops were shut and that public transport was running to a more restricted timetable. We were aware of this from researching prior to the cruise but many people seemed to be taken by surprise.

Whilst the position might differ on upcoming Princess British Isles cruises, I offer the following notes on shuttle arrangements based on our experience.

Our ports of call were St Peter Port (Guernsey), Cobh, Dublin, Liverpool, Belfast, Greenock, Invergordon, South Queensferry and Le Havre. Only in Dublin and Le Havre were Princess shuttles into town available; in neither case was there any mention in the cruise tour booklet and in the case of Dublin the shuttle arrangements had not been finalised at the time of the port lecture - but a late announcement was made the evening before arrival.

In Greenock, Invergordon and South Queensferry, the Princess tour booklet listed "on your own" tours into Glasgow, Inverness and Edinburgh at the somewhat steep price of USD 69, 39 and 59 per person respectively. In all three cases the return journey could be achieved easily and much more cheaply using local public transport - with the added bonus of greater flexibility of timing.

St Peter Port. This is a tender port. The tenders take you to a landing stage on the town waterfront. Pick up a town map from the local tourist people at the landing stage, cross the main road and you are in town. We had limited time in this port since the sea was somewhat choppy with a correspondingly slow tendering process.

Cobh. There is a regular train service into Cork; the day return fare was EUR 6.55. The station at Cobh is just a few yards from where you get off the ship. The day we were there, the ticket office had a notice in the window saying that credit cards were not accepted so in case this is general best to plan on paying cash in euros. Alight at Cork Kent Station - the pedestrian route into the city centre was well signposted.

The Irish Railways site http://www.irishrail.ie suggested for the day we were there that trains were hourly each way but we found that in fact the trains were running half-hourly. A railway official said that extra trains had been laid on for the cruise ship.

Dublin. The Princess shuttle was USD 6 per person each way and if offered is probably the best way into town. It dropped off and picked up in Kildare Street close to Trinity College. There is quite lot to see in the immediate area of the shuttle drop-off and there were both red and green HOHO bus stops just around the corner. The dock is a few miles out from the city centre and the first part of the walk would have been through the port and an industrial area before reaching the River Liffey so the shuttle is a worthwhile option particularly on a chilly and blustery day.

Liverpool. The ship docked very centrally at the Pierhead, a few hundred yards from the Albert Dock where can be found the Tate Liverpool art gallery and the Maritime Museum. We exited through the cruise terminal where we collected a map and other information. There was a free shuttle provided by the port to the city centre shopping mall known as Liverpool One but we decided to brave the elements and walk along the waterfront. Most attractions in Liverpool are walkable from the pier but there is also a HOHO bus if the port's free shuttle doesn't take you where you want to go.

Belfast. The dock was a good way out from the city centre but a free shuttle was provided by the city authorities which dropped off and picked up in Donegall Place, opposite the tourist information centre and close to City Hall. There was no shortage of red or blue-clad people giving directions to the respective HOHO buses. If it is a windy and chilly day when you are there and you are in the open-top section of the top deck of the bus, be warned that for part of its route the HOHO bus speeds out of the city along a fast road to Stormont.

Greenock. A day return from Greenock to Glasgow by train is GBP 8.90 if leaving before 9am or GBP 6.40 after 9 am. There are two stations at Greenock - Greenock West and Greenock Central. West is a little nearer where the ship docked (about 20 mins walk) and was in our view certainly easier to navigate to with the aid of google maps or with a town map (this port had a lot of tourist help available in the torist building). Trains are fairly frequent - for times see http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/

Invergordon. If travelling into Inverness, there are scheduled trains and local buses - see the above nationalrail site for trains (and fares) or see http://www.transportdirect.info/Web2/JourneyPlanning/Home.aspx

for both buses and trains. We did not go into Inverness but contented ourselves with looking round the small town of Invergordon. It seemed that the local bus operator (Stagecoach) had laid on extra buses direct to Inverness for cruise passengers but I don't have any more information on this. There were plenty of local volunteers at the dock to assist with enquiries though.

South Queensbury. A tender port - the tendering process was very efficient here. Princess had hired one of the local ferryboats to supplement the ship's tenders. We had intended to use the train to Edinburgh from Dalmeny station (GBP 6.80 return before 9 am, 4.10 return after) but when we reached the landing stage we found a fleet of local buses (unhinted at by Princess) who were offering a direct shuttle into Edinburgh's Charlotte Square (which is convenenient for the Castle) for GBP 5 per person each way. We travelled into the city on the shuttle bus and returned by train after our sightseeing. Incidentally, the ships's port lecturer had failed to mention that Holyroodhouse Palace was closed because of a royal visit.

Le Havre. There was a shuttle into Le Havre provided by Princess for those not on tours to Paris or to various Normandy destinations but it was such a beautiful morning when we left the ship that we walked into town - about a 25 minute walk. There is a well marked pedestrian walkway to exit the port - simply follow the green lines. Our visit coincided with the Ascension Day public holiday but the port lecturer made no mention of this nor that many shops would be shut.

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We have today returned from the Crown Princess British Isles cruise (round trip out of Southampton) and I fully endorse agabbymama's observation. On the question of lack of information I would add that Princess's port lecturer failed to mention that in two of our ports, our visit coincided with a public holiday meaning that banks and some shops were shut and that public transport was running to a more restricted timetable. We were aware of this from researching prior to the cruise but many people seemed to be taken by surprise.   Whilst the position might differ on upcoming Princess British Isles cruises, I offer the following notes on shuttle arrangements based on our experience.   Our ports of call were St Peter Port (Guernsey), Cobh, Dublin, Liverpool, Belfast, Greenock, Invergordon, South Queensferry and Le Havre. Only in Dublin and Le Havre were Princess shuttles into town available; in neither case was there any mention in the cruise tour booklet and in the case of Dublin the shuttle arrangements had not been finalised at the time of the port lecture - but a late announcement was made the evening before arrival.   In Greenock, Invergordon and South Queensferry, the Princess tour booklet listed "on your own" tours into Glasgow, Inverness and Edinburgh at the somewhat steep price of USD 69, 39 and 59 per person respectively. In all three cases the return journey could be achieved easily and much more cheaply using local public transport - with the added bonus of greater flexibility of timing.   St Peter Port. This is a tender port. The tenders take you to a landing stage on the town waterfront. Pick up a town map from the local tourist people at the landing stage, cross the main road and you are in town. We had limited time in this port since the sea was somewhat choppy with a correspondingly slow tendering process.   Cobh. There is a regular train service into Cork; the day return fare was EUR 6.55. The station at Cobh is just a few yards from where you get off the ship. The day we were there, the ticket office had a notice in the window saying that credit cards were not accepted so in case this is general best to plan on paying cash in euros. Alight at Cork Kent Station - the pedestrian route into the city centre was well signposted.   The Irish Railways site http://www.irishrail.ie suggested for the day we were there that trains were hourly each way but we found that in fact the trains were running half-hourly. A railway official said that extra trains had been laid on for the cruise ship.   Dublin. The Princess shuttle was USD 6 per person each way and if offered is probably the best way into town. It dropped off and picked up in Kildare Street close to Trinity College. There is quite lot to see in the immediate area of the shuttle drop-off and there were both red and green HOHO bus stops just around the corner. The dock is a few miles out from the city centre and the first part of the walk would have been through the port and an industrial area before reaching the River Liffey so the shuttle is a worthwhile option particularly on a chilly and blustery day.   Liverpool. The ship docked very centrally at the Pierhead, a few hundred yards from the Albert Dock where can be found the Tate Liverpool art gallery and the Maritime Museum. We exited through the cruise terminal where we collected a map and other information. There was a free shuttle provided by the port to the city centre shopping mall known as Liverpool One but we decided to brave the elements and walk along the waterfront. Most attractions in Liverpool are walkable from the pier but there is also a HOHO bus if the port's free shuttle doesn't take you where you want to go.   Belfast. The dock was a good way out from the city centre but a free shuttle was provided by the city authorities which dropped off and picked up in Donegall Place, opposite the tourist information centre and close to City Hall. There was no shortage of red or blue-clad people giving directions to the respective HOHO buses. If it is a windy and chilly day when you are there and you are in the open-top section of the top deck of the bus, be warned that for part of its route the HOHO bus speeds out of the city along a fast road to Stormont.   Greenock. A day return from Greenock to Glasgow by train is GBP 8.90 if leaving before 9am or GBP 6.40 after 9 am. There are two stations at Greenock - Greenock West and Greenock Central. West is a little nearer where the ship docked (about 20 mins walk) and was in our view certainly easier to navigate to with the aid of google maps or with a town map (this port had a lot of tourist help available in the torist building). Trains are fairly frequent - for times see http://ojp.nationalrail.co.uk/   Invergordon. If travelling into Inverness, there are scheduled trains and local buses - see the above nationalrail site for trains (and fares) or see http://www.transportdirect.info/Web2/JourneyPlanning/Home.aspx for both buses and trains. We did not go into Inverness but contented ourselves with looking round the small town of Invergordon. It seemed that the local bus operator (Stagecoach) had laid on extra buses direct to Inverness for cruise passengers but I don't have any more information on this. There were plenty of local volunteers at the dock to assist with enquiries though.   South Queensbury. A tender port - the tendering process was very efficient here. Princess had hired one of the local ferryboats to supplement the ship's tenders. We had intended to use the train to Edinburgh from Dalmeny station (GBP 6.80 return before 9 am, 4.10 return after) but when we reached the landing stage we found a fleet of local buses (unhinted at by Princess) who were offering a direct shuttle into Edinburgh's Charlotte Square (which is convenenient for the Castle) for GBP 5 per person each way. We travelled into the city on the shuttle bus and returned by train after our sightseeing. Incidentally, the ships's port lecturer had failed to mention that Holyroodhouse Palace was closed because of a royal visit.   Le Havre. There was a shuttle into Le Havre provided by Princess for those not on tours to Paris or to various Normandy destinations but it was such a beautiful morning when we left the ship that we walked into town - about a 25 minute walk. There is a well marked pedestrian walkway to exit the port - simply follow the green lines. Our visit coincided with the Ascension Day public holiday but the port lecturer made no mention of this nor that many shops would be shut.

Are there any benches in Dublin or public places to sit? This is the only port that we are doing on our own and I need to rest a little if I am doing a lot of walking.

Are there any benches in Dublin or public places to sit?

I imagine most public squares will have benches to sit on. St Stephens Green and Merrion Square are both fairly near the shuttle drop-off. If you pick up a map from the tourist info people who will probably greet the ship, you should be able to see where benches are likely. Or if weather not conducive to sitting outside, then there are lots of cafes about.

Good reason! :p

Ok...no excuses from here on in though!

Sussex-woody, thanks so much for all of that invaluable information about shuttles and trains getting from the ship into town. I've been researching all of this info but it is nice to hear from someone who has first hand knowledge. Also, now I will not stress out when Princess doesn't have the same info that I have. Many, many thanks!

It is so great to have a cruiser return with all this info for us upcoming cruisers! Thanks sussex-woody! For Edinburgh, it looks like the train for us, at those prices. Bit of a walk so hoping for a clear day ie no heavy rains!

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