City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix
The city project material places the cruise terminal at Port of Long Beach Pier H adjacent to the Queen Mary and describes embarkation and debarkation use.
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At a glance
Port profile
Country, code, and on-shore essentials.
Country
United States
Port code
USLGB
Coordinates
33.767, -118.183
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A closer look at Long Beach, California
Your port day at a glance
Plan your time ashore in Long Beach, California
Long Beach cruise operations use the Carnival terminal on Pier H, immediately beside the Queen Mary and across the waterfront from Downtown Long Beach.
Before going ashore
Before going ashore, confirm the berth or tender point, local time, all-aboard deadline, and the meeting location for any independently booked transport or tour.
Arrival
Usually docks
Town access
Varies by terminal
Can you explore independently?
Start with the Queen Mary or cross to the Aquarium and Shoreline Village, leaving time for the harbor-channel ride back to Pier H.
VoyagePro planning verdict
This port works best when you confirm the exact arrival point, choose one coherent plan, and protect the return to the ship with a comfortable time buffer.
Best for
- •Travelers who confirm the exact arrival point
- •A focused local plan
- •One well-timed longer outing
Needs extra planning when
- •Your transfer or pickup point has not been confirmed
- •Your itinerary depends on several tightly timed stops
- •Your plan assumes every attraction can be reached on foot
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
Step off the ship with a plan
Arrival, terminals and getting into town
Confirm the actual berth first—local access can change substantially between terminals.
Where your ship arrives
The city's project material locates the embarkation and debarkation terminal at Port of Long Beach Pier H; Visit Long Beach identifies Carnival as owner and operator.
Getting into town
The Queen Mary is next door, but Pine Avenue, the Promenade, and Shoreline Village are across the harbor channels and best reached by Passport bus or vehicle.
Port shuttle
Long Beach Transit's free weekend Passport route is documented between the Queen Mary area, Pine Avenue, and Shoreline Village; verify the operating day and stop before relying on it.
Taxi and local transport
Taxi or rideshare is the straightforward link from Pier H to Downtown Long Beach, Aquarium of the Pacific, or a timed airport connection.
Airport and hotel transfers
No mileage is asserted in the reviewed official pages; Long Beach Airport and Los Angeles International Airport require separate road-transfer planning.
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
What official and local sources say
Local details from reviewed sources
A concise summary of useful details found in port, municipal, transport, terminal, and tourism material.
Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information
Visit Long Beach identifies the Carnival-operated terminal beside the Queen Mary.
Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information
It names Downtown Long Beach, Pine Avenue, the Promenade, and Shoreline Village as nearby visitor districts.
Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking
The destination site describes free weekend Passport service with stops at the Queen Mary, Pine Avenue, and Shoreline Village.
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
Build a realistic day
Choose a plan by time in port
Start with the usable time you have ashore, then leave a comfortable return margin.
Quick call
2–3 hours
Keep the day close to the port and choose one or two reliable nearby stops.
Half day
4–6 hours
The Queen Mary, Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Village, Pine Avenue, and Rainbow Harbor form distinct stops around the Long Beach waterfront. The Queen Mary is next door, but Pine Avenue, the Promenade, and Shoreline Village are across the harbor channels and best reached by Passport bus or vehicle.
Long call
7+ hours
The Queen Mary, Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Village, Pine Avenue, and Rainbow Harbor form distinct stops around the Long Beach waterfront. Keep the ship's all-aboard time as a hard deadline and allow extra time for weather, traffic, queues, security, or tender operations.
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
Plan for comfort
Accessibility and mobility
Mobility overview
The terminal and Queen Mary share Pier H, while central attractions involve a bus or vehicle crossing; confirm an accessible Passport stop or curbside ride.
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
Avoid the rushed version of this port
Common planning mistakes
1
Not checking the arrival point
2
Assuming everything is walkable
3
Leaving no return margin
Keep the ship's all-aboard time as a hard deadline and allow extra time for weather, traffic, queues, security, or tender operations.
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
Answers from reviewed guide sources
Long Beach, California port questions
These answers use the reviewed operational fields above; check the linked source when a detail affects a booking or transfer.
Will the ship dock or tender?
The city's project material locates the embarkation and debarkation terminal at Port of Long Beach Pier H; Visit Long Beach identifies Carnival as owner and operator.
How do I get from the ship into town?
The Queen Mary is next door, but Pine Avenue, the Promenade, and Shoreline Village are across the harbor channels and best reached by Passport bus or vehicle.
Should I plan a shuttle, taxi, or transfer?
Long Beach Transit's free weekend Passport route is documented between the Queen Mary area, Pine Avenue, and Shoreline Village; verify the operating day and stop before relying on it. Taxi or rideshare is the straightforward link from Pier H to Downtown Long Beach, Aquarium of the Pacific, or a timed airport connection.
Can I explore independently?
Start with the Queen Mary or cross to the Aquarium and Shoreline Village, leaving time for the harbor-channel ride back to Pier H.
What should I know about airport or hotel transfers?
No mileage is asserted in the reviewed official pages; Long Beach Airport and Los Angeles International Airport require separate road-transfer planning.
Source summary3 sources
This section draws on information from City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix, Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information and Visit Long Beach – Transportation and Parking.
Guide review and sources
Operational details can change by berth, weather, and ship call. Confirm important arrangements before travel.
Reviewed Jul 15, 2026
3 sources
Build a route you can actually use
Practical places around Long Beach, California
Choose a few places that fit your time ashore, then check access and transport before setting out.
Transport starting point
The Queen Mary is next door, but Pine Avenue, the Promenade, and Shoreline Village are across the harbor channels and best reached by Passport bus or vehicle.
Arrival location reference
Long Beach Cruise Terminal· Cruise dock location
Historic ship
The Queen Mary Long Beach
A reviewed historic ship choice for a port day in Long Beach, California.
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A reviewed historic ship choice for a port day in Long Beach, California. Check current hours, admission requirements, and any reservations before setting out.
This is near the central arrival area, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or landing.
Near the central arrival area; confirm the walking route
Museum
Aquarium of the Pacific
A reviewed museum choice for a port day in Long Beach, California.
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A reviewed museum choice for a port day in Long Beach, California. Check current hours, admission requirements, and any reservations before setting out.
This is near the central arrival area, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or landing.
Near the central arrival area; confirm the walking route
Waterfront
Shoreline Village Long Beach
A reviewed waterfront choice for a port day in Long Beach, California.
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A reviewed waterfront choice for a port day in Long Beach, California. Check current hours, admission requirements, and any reservations before setting out.
This is near the central arrival area, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or landing.
Near the central arrival area; confirm the walking route
Park
Shoreline Aquatic Park
A reviewed park choice for a port day in Long Beach, California.
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A reviewed park choice for a port day in Long Beach, California. Check current hours, admission requirements, and any reservations before setting out.
This is near the central arrival area, but the practical walking route still depends on the assigned berth or landing.
Near the central arrival area; confirm the walking route
Museum
Museum of Latin American Art
A reviewed museum choice for a port day in Long Beach, California.
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A reviewed museum choice for a port day in Long Beach, California. Check current hours, admission requirements, and any reservations before setting out.
Plan local transport from the assigned terminal or landing rather than assuming this stop is walkable.
Local transport recommended from the arrival point
Historic site
Rancho Los Alamitos
A reviewed historic site choice for a port day in Long Beach, California.
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A reviewed historic site choice for a port day in Long Beach, California. Check current hours, admission requirements, and any reservations before setting out.
Plan local transport from the assigned terminal or landing rather than assuming this stop is walkable.
Local transport recommended from the arrival point
Source summary9 sources
Reviewed 2026-07-25. Location placement, transport, and attraction information retain separate sources so each can be checked and updated independently.
City of Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Improvement Project Appendix OpenStreetMap – Long Beach Cruise Terminal Visit Long Beach – Cruise Terminal Information OpenStreetMap – The Queen Mary OpenStreetMap – Aquarium Of The Pacific OpenStreetMap – Shoreline Village +3 additional sources linked on the cards
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Carnival Radiance
Arrival
8:00am
Departure
4:00pm
Scheduled window
8h
1 ship that day
Up to 2,984 passenger capacity
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Planning checkpoint: 2:30pm
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A longer outing may fit, but protect the return journey from weather, traffic, queues, and tender delays.
Schedule source summary
Dates, ships, and times come from the currently published cruise-call records. Schedules can change, and passenger totals represent available ship-capacity data rather than a forecast of people going ashore.
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Shore excursions in Long Beach, California
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Independent shore excursions
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Standard
2 hours
Celebrity Homes of Hollywood (Hotel Guests)
Explore the best of Los Angeles on a 2-hour open-air bus tour, passing iconic landmarks like the Hollywood Sign, Rodeo Drive, and the Sunset Strip. Enjoy interactive narration and photo opportunities while spotting celebrity homes and hotspots. With a chance to see a celebrity, this tour offers a fun and comprehensive L.A. experience.
Scenic, Cultural, Historical Easy
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Small
3 hours
Post Cruise Farm-to-Table Experience from Long Beach
Dive into Long Beach's fresh food scene with a delightful farm-to-table cooking adventure led by a passionate local chef. From hand-picking produce at a lively farmers market to crafting a gourmet meal in a cozy home kitchen, this hands-on experience brings the flavors of Southern California to life. Share your freshly made feast with new friends in a warm, welcoming setting just minutes from the cruise port.
Culinary / Food Easy
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Standard
5.5 hours
Half Day Sights of Los Angeles (Hotel Guests)
Dive into the heart of Los Angeles on our vibrant half-day adventure blending culture, glamor, and iconic sights. From the star-studded Hollywood Walk of Fame to the sandy shores of Santa Monica, explore the city's most renowned landmarks and neighborhoods in comfort. Perfect for visitors seeking a quick but comprehensive glimpse of L.A., this tour promises unforgettable memories and photo-worthy moments at every stop.
Scenic, Cultural, Historical Easy
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Photo credits
Place photos are resized for display and cropped where needed.
- The Queen Mary moored in Long Beach — David Jones; derivative work by Altair78 · CC BY 2.0
- Aquarium of the Pacific exterior in Long Beach — Jengod · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Museum of Latin American Art exterior in Long Beach — nsputnik · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Rancho Center at Rancho Los Alamitos in Long Beach — David Wakely · CC BY-SA 2.5
- Long Beach cruise terminal dome beside the Queen Mary — Qb1120 · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Long Beach Transit Passport bus at a waterfront stop in December 2022 — Evan0512 · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Shoreline Aquatic Park and Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach — Benoît Prieur · CC0
- Shoreline Village waterfront buildings across the marina in Long Beach — Christophe.Finot · CC BY-SA 2.5