How do I save money parking at Port of Miami? - Cruise Line Fans: Cruise Forum, Reviews and Chat From Real Cruisers

searching · 10-28-2009, 10:13 PM

How do I save money parking at Port of Miami? I will already be in Florida and won't need to stay in a hotel the night before the cruise. Where can I park my car safely, get free shuttle to boat, and get a good price for parking. I don't want to pay $20 a day.

freakcruiser · 10-28-2009, 10:17 PM

Welcome to CLF!

I cant help you here, but other can...what cruise are you going on?

Curtis

searching · 10-28-2009, 10:44 PM

Norwegian Dawn - leaves Port of Miami 11/15/09 returns 11/20/09

freakcruiser · 10-29-2009, 08:39 AM

Have a great cruise, hopefully someone can help you out.

timwilloughby · 10-29-2009, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by searching

How do I save money parking at Port of Miami? I will already be in Florida and won't need to stay in a hotel the night before the cruise. Where can I park my car safely, get free shuttle to boat, and get a good price for parking. I don't want to pay $20 a day.

Welcome Aboard CLF. Thanks for registering and posting your question.

OK, here is the scoop:

Give United Airport Parking a shot. You should save between 40 and 70% over parking at the airport or cruise terminal. They have on-demand shuttle service, as well.

You can also try to book a reservation online and possibly receive a deeper discount here: Airport Parking Reservations

JoeyandDavid · 10-29-2009, 09:16 AM

I was also told..people / cars with the handicap placards... park free at the pier... (subject to change at a moments notice)

Char · 10-29-2009, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by JoeyandDavid

I was also told..people / cars with the handicap placards... park free at the pier... (subject to change at a moments notice)

Joey, where did you find this info? It isn't on the Port of Miami parking web site. There are only 56 dedicated handicap parking spots...that isn't very many for that large port!

Here is the summary of the parking info from the Port of Miami web site:

Additional Parking Information

There is no Valet Parking at the POM.
Due to security precautions Car/Shuttle rental company facilities are not located on the Port of Miami premises.
Long term parking is $20.00 per day for cruise passengers parking for 24-hours/overnight or longer per cruise length.
Short term parking is $7.00 if you are coming to see someone off but, not intended for overnight parking.
All Cruises in the current itineraries would fall under Long Term Parking.
Oversized vehicles such as motor homes, truck with trailers, or buses that are over 20’ in length will be charged an additional $20.00 per day and can only park in Lot # 2.
The Port of Miami currently has 3 Parking Garages available for Cruise passengers. The total capacity now available is 5,871, with 56 dedicated to the handicapped and 7 to passengers with young infants. The top floor is open to air at each Garage. There is also one outside Parking Lot available as well.

link --> Miami-Dade County - Port of Miami parking

JoeyandDavid · 10-29-2009, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Char

Joey, where did you find this info?

Char I got this information from what I consider a trusted reliable source, and although I have not verified personally (thus OP "I was TOLD") who has used this benefit in the past.. and plans to use it again for our upcoming cruise next week...They claim they verified this with the Port authority a couple months ago..

Char · 10-29-2009, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by JoeyandDavid

Char I got this information from what I consider a trusted reliable source, and although I have not verified personally (thus OP "I was TOLD") who has used this benefit in the past.. and plans to use it again for our upcoming cruise next week...They claim they verified this with the Port authority a couple months ago..

Interesting. If you find out that they could indeed use the handicap plackard for free parking, please report it here. Thanks!

JoeyandDavid · 10-29-2009, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Char

Interesting. If you find out that they could indeed use the handicap plackard for free parking, please report it here. Thanks!

I wont know for sure until they try and park and we board the Connie November 9th..but we will let you know.. you have my word