There is no parking on the pier while you are away on your cruise, according to SanDiegoCruisePort.com. You will be able to access the pier by car on the day of your cruise if you present valid identification and your cruise ship ticket dated for that day's departure. This will enable you to unload baggage and get checked in before moving your car to a long-term lot for the duration of your cruise.
There are a dozen parking facilities located within a short distance of the cruise terminal. Prices vary depending on where you intend to park. The Port of San Diego does not operate the lots.
The closest parking option is Five Star Parking. Five Star's cruise ship terminal lot is located just across the street from the pier and will not require a shuttle to get to the ship. For each 24-hour period that your car is in the lot is will cost $15. Park and Go is also located close by. This lot is a bit further away, but you can make the walk in a very short time and save a few dollars. The rate at Park and Go is $10 per day.
Many other options are available for prices ranging from $9 to $24 per day, but you will likely want to take a shuttle or taxi from these lots to get to the pier because of the distance.
Five Star Parking
900 West Broadway
San Diego, California 92101
619-233-2000
fivestarparking.com
Park and Go
2535 Pacific Highway
San Diego, California 92101
619-525-9885
no website
If you are driving to the cruise port in San Diego you'll find long-term parking options within walking distance of the pier. To reach this spot within the city by car you will likely be entering on Interstate 5.
When driving south you'll take the interstate into the downtown area of San Diego and exit as if you are going to the airport. The exit signs will read, Sassafras. The road becomes India Street. Turn right on Laurel and then left again on Harbor Drive and go approximately a quarter-mile. You'll see the port and parking areas across the street.
If you are driving north on I-5, exit on Hawthorn downtown and go west until you reach Harbor Drive. Make a left and drive a quarter-mile south to the terminal. The parking options will be nearby and easy to spot.
