Cabo San Lucas

Mexico

Witness the dramatic clash of the Pacific Ocean and Sea of Cortez at El Arco, a stunning natural rock formation that defines Cabo's rugged coastal beauty.

Currency Mexican Peso (MXN)

Language Spanish

Time Zone MST (UTC-7)

Best Time to Visit Oct–Apr

Typical Duration 7-14 nights

Price Range From $208 pp

Port Type Departure & Port of Call

Tender Port No

Cabo San Lucas is renowned as a premier gateway to Mexico's Pacific coast, offering stunning desert-meets-ocean landscapes, world-class sportfishing, and vibrant nightlife that attracts cruise passengers seeking adventure and relaxation.

Cruises that visit Cabo San Lucas

Build Your Day in Cabo San Lucas

Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.

Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM

Usually about 10 hours ashore

Embarkation port — worth arriving early

My ship arrives around: Getting around:

Cabo Adventures Tour operator · ★ 4.8 · 21k

Plaza Puerto Paraiso Lots of stores some have good prices, other places overpriced. Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 15k Open · Closes 10 PM

The Arch of Cabo San Lucas Famous arch-shaped rock formation Tourist attraction · ★ 4.9 · 14k

Patio Los Cabos It has restrooms, ATMs, and lots of stores. Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 9k Open · Closes 10 PM

Mango Deck Al fresco breakfasts with beach views Grill · ★ 4.4 · 7k

Cabo Wabo Cantina Dine-in·No delivery Disco club · ★ 4.4 · 7k

Salvatore G's Downtown restaurant for Italian eats Italian · ★ 4.9 · 3k

Luxury Avenue Los Cabos High end stores, chill atmosphere, great selection. Shopping mall · ★ 4.6 · 3k Open · Closes 8 PM

Plaza Bonita Good clean mall with lots of selections. Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 3k Open · Closes 9 PM

Sunset Monalisa Highly recommend dinner at sunset here when in Cabo. Fine Dining · ★ 4.4 · 2k Closed · Opens 5 PM

Las Guacamayas Cabo San Lucas Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery Mexican · ★ 4.4 · 2k

Playa Palmilla It was nice and gentle enough to swim Beach was clean. Beach · ★ 4.8 · 2k

Costa Azul Beach The strong waves from the Pacific Ocean make it hard to swim. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 2k

El Squid Roe - Cabo Nightclub & Restaurant Raucous venue for music, tacos & beers Night club · ★ 4.2 · 2k

Outpost Luis made the dinner experience perfect and a great ending to our Cabo trip. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 2k

The Sand Bar When it comes to beach bars is cabo, unbeatable. Bar · ★ 4.6 · 2k

Captain Tony's Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Seafood · ★ 4.6 · 2k

Taboo Beach Club Dj and music is so good, don’t miss it if you’re in Cabo San Lucas! Bar · ★ 4.8 · 2k

La Casa Country CSL Dine-in·Takeout Steak · ★ 4.8 · 2k

Casasola Cafe & Brunch Delicious coffees, great service, very big portions. Cafe · ★ 4.7 · 2k

Metate Cabo Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery Mexican · ★ 4.6 · 1k Closed · Opens 2 PM

San Lucero Restaurant & Wine Bar Lionel was awesome and it was best food we have had while in Cabo! Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k

Los Deseos Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k

Playa Pública Cabo San Lucas Clear and safe for swimming water Beach · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Cannery Beach Cozy beach for snorkeling & swimming Public beach · ★ 4.5 · 1k Open now

Solomon's Landing Los Cabos Seafood meals & drinks by a marina Restaurant · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Hacienda Cocina y Cantina ... it's a beautiful view of the Cabo rocks perfect for a sunset dinner. Mexican · ★ 4.6 · 1k

El Farallon Best food and ambiance in Cabo. Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 1k Closed · Opens 12 PM

Koral Center This place has a little of everything in food choices and multiple stores. Shopping mall · ★ 4.6 · 1k Open · Closes 6 PM

Palmilla Beach Great swimming Beach, with washrooms and showers. Public beach · ★ 4.8 · 1k

Cabo Escape Tours Onsite services not available Boat tour agency · ★ 4.5 · 1k

Cabo San Lucas Cruise Port Onsite services Cruise terminal · ★ 4.5 · 1k

El Huerto Farm to Table Dine-in·No delivery Organic · ★ 4.7 · 1k

Marina Cabo San Lucas Great location and cleanest water for water activities and snorkeling Marina · ★ 4.7 · 1k

Mother Flower Easily the best food I had while in Cabo and so reasonably priced! Mexican · ★ 4.9 · 1k

The Cabo Coffee Company Fast, friendly service and delicious coffee. Coffee shop · ★ 4.5 · 1k

London Bistro & Café (San Lucas) Lovely café, super clean, great food lovely coffee, awesome start to the day Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k

Marina Mercado The best selection of gifts, souvenirs, reasonably priced Flea market · ★ 4.3 · 1k Open · Closes 5 PM

Casa Martín Restaurante Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k

Sea Cabo Activities Onsite services Water sports equipment rental service · ★ 4.4 · 1k

Doce Cuarenta Cabo - Specialty Coffee Excellent local gem for the most amazing coffee, quiet and chill atmosphere. Coffee shop · ★ 4.4 · 1k

Cocina Del Mar Best sunset dinner I’ve had in Cabo. Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 1k

Casa Valentina Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Mexican · ★ 4.7 · 1k

The Rooftop 360 Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.1 · 0k

Monkey Business Bar Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery Cocktail bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Mt. Solmar If you are up for a challenging hike with beautiful views of Cabo. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 0k

Pelican Rock did kayaking and snorkeling and it is amazing.. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Cabo Bello Beach We seen a lot of people swimming and snorkeling. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Cabo Boat Adventures We enjoyed a 3 hour whale watching/sunset cruise with Cabo Boat Adventures. Tourist attraction · ★ 5 · 0k

Plaza Pioneros We go here every year when we travel to Cabo. Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 0k Open · Closes 11 PM

Don Manuel's The quality of the service, food and views were top notch! Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Craft Cabo San Lucas | Open Fire Kitchen The food, service, atmosphere, and views were outstanding. Fine Dining · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 4 PM

Fiore Bakery & Coffee Coffee was top notch, food was delicious, pastries were divine. Espresso bar · ★ 4.3 · 0k

Ánima Village The few shop now open were well staffed easy to access and fun to see. Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 0k Open · Closes 8 PM

The Porch No delivery Bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k

Comal Exceptional food and service with a beautiful view. Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM

Mula Cocktail Bar Excellent cocktail, excellent service, 5 star ambiance, will come again! Cocktail bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 12 PM

Playa el Suspiro only downside is could not swim due to riptides. Beach · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Texican Restaurant Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Pez Gato Amazing Adventures Great way to see Cabo, the sunset, & sometimes whales! Boat tour agency · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Lands End Coffee Roaster Friendly, great coffee and fair prices. Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Pedregal Playa Nice beach buy can't swim unfortunately due to strong waves and high tides Beach · ★ 4.6 · 0k

Café Cabo Nice place, very clean, fast friendly service and the coffee is excellent. Coffee shop · ★ 4.6 · 0k

#CABO Sign It’s a MUST-SEE, MUST-PHOTOGRAPH thing to do while in Cabo!! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k

La Roca Dine-in Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 0k Closes soon · 12 PM

Bahía de Cabo San Lucas Onsite services Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 0k Open now

Playa Coral Negro Windy and loud but great for boat watching and swimming. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Cocina de Autor Dine-in·No delivery Eclectic · ★ 4.6 · 0k Closed · Opens 6 PM

Mesa de Luna Incredible layers of flavors matched only by the servi e and atmosphere. Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 0k

The Place At Cabo A definite must see in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k

YAYA Dine-in·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closed · Opens 12 PM

Super Outlet The main American Outlet is at the right side corner of the Plaza. Outlet mall · ★ 3.7 · 0k Open · Closes 7 PM

Mezcal Dine-in Mexican · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closes soon · 12 PM

La Cafetería Espresso bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k

Cabo san lucas Had a great time & caught a lot of fish both days we went out. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k

Cabo Sign Great place to have a souvenir of visiting Cabo for free Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 0k

Things to do Cabo Best person-to-person concierge service in Cabo San Lucas! Outdoor activity organiser · ★ 5 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

Cabo San Lucas is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here — it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.

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About Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas stands as one of Mexico's most iconic cruise destinations, where the dramatic meeting of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez creates a stunning natural backdrop that has captivated travelers for generations. This vibrant port town offers the perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and authentic Mexican culture, making it an essential stop on many Pacific cruises. With eleven major cruise lines calling here regularly, including Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Disney, and Norwegian, you'll find Cabo well-equipped to welcome cruise passengers year-round, with peak season occurring during the winter months of December through April and again in October.

As a primarily port-of-call destination, Cabo San Lucas serves as a highlight on diverse cruise itineraries ranging from seven-night Mexican Riviera voyages to longer Pacific coastal journeys. Most cruises departing from or visiting Cabo originate from California ports like Los Angeles and Long Beach, making it an accessible escape for West Coast travelers. The port itself is conveniently located just steps from the town center, where you'll discover excellent shopping, dining, and entertainment options without needing to venture far from your ship.

What truly sets Cabo apart is its remarkable accessibility to world-class attractions. The iconic El Arco rock formation is visible right from the beach, while the nearby Los Cabos region offers everything from championship golf courses and luxury spas to thrilling water sports and desert adventures. Whether you're seeking relaxation on pristine beaches, cultural exploration, or adrenaline-pumping excursions, Cabo San Lucas delivers an unforgettable cruise experience.