About the Port
Cape Liberty sits on a spit of reclaimed land in Bayonne, New Jersey, directly across the harbor from the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The terminal, built on the site of a former military ocean terminal, offers unobstructed views of Lower Manhattan's skyline just a few miles to the north, making it one of the more dramatic departure points along the East Coast.
While the port itself is industrial and functional, its location places New York City within easy reach by taxi or shuttle, putting world-class museums, Broadway theaters, and historic neighborhoods within a short transfer. Travelers extending a stay often combine a night in Manhattan with a call at Cape Liberty, bridging one of the world's great cities with points beyond, from Atlantic crossings to voyages north toward Nuuk and the Arctic coast.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Cape Liberty.
See Lady Liberty Up Close
Book a ferry from Liberty State Park or Battery Park to Liberty Island and Ellis Island; the round trip with both stops takes about half a day, so plan ahead if embarkation timing is tight.
Spend a Day in Manhattan
A 20-30 minute taxi or shuttle ride puts world-class museums, Broadway, and Central Park within reach; many travelers add a pre- or post-cruise night to make the most of the city.
Stroll Liberty State Park's Waterfront
Just minutes from the terminal, this park offers open lawns and a promenade with unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline and harbor, ideal for stretching your legs before boarding.
Cruise Lines That Call Here
Cruises That Visit Cape Liberty
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Independence of the Seas | 5 | $1,380 | |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Independence of the Seas | 5 | $1,423 | |
| Aug 22, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Independence of the Seas | 5 | $1,519 | |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Independence of the Seas | 7 | $1,637 | |
| Aug 30, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Oasis of the Seas | 7 | $1,474 | |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Oasis of the Seas | 7 | $1,184 | |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Independence of the Seas | 9 | $1,309 | |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Independence of the Seas | 9 | $1,877 | |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Oasis of the Seas | 9 | $1,148 | |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 14 | $1,708 | |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,051 | |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,196 | |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,102 | |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,032 | |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,038 | |
| Dec 20, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,276 | |
| Dec 27, 2026 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 7 | $1,975 | |
| Jan 3, 2027 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 11 | $1,543 | |
| Jan 14, 2027 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 11 | $1,652 | |
| Jan 25, 2027 | Royal Caribbean | Odyssey of the Seas | 12 | $1,749 |
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