Port Tampa Bay eyes fourth cruise terminal as passenger growth strains capacity
The port welcomed a record 1.66 million cruise passengers in 2025 and is on pace to reach nearly 1.8 million passengers this year.
Port Tampa Bay officials say they are moving ahead with plans for a fourth cruise terminal as record passenger growth pushes the port’s existing facilities to their limit.
The port welcomed a record 1.66 million cruise passengers in 2025 and is on pace to reach nearly 1.8 million passengers this year. Officials say March set a new record with 51 cruise ship calls.
Port Tampa Bay eyes fourth cruise terminal as passenger growth strains capacity

