Puerta Maya Cruise Terminal is normally used by Carnival Corporation cruise ships (Carnival, Princess, Costa, and others) and is located at a stone’s throw from the International Terminal. Across the street, there is a shopping mall – Mercado Popular Cozumel, and plenty of places to eat, drink, and shop. This is the favorite place for many cruise passengers and the perfect spot to either begin or end your day in Cozumel.
It’s usually packed with people dancing salsa and having shots of tequila, eating tasty food, and enjoying the lively restaurant’s atmosphere. It has a large terminal area featuring various shops, tour operator stands, bars, restaurants, among which Margaritaville, located right in front of your ship, is the most popular one. International Cruise Terminal has two berths and is mostly used by Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise lines. Both International Cruise Terminal and Puerta Maya are located around 5 km (3 mi) away from San Miguel, whereas the distance between the two terminals is only about 500 m (less than a 10-minute walk). On the other hand, two other cruise terminals are located further away.
Within a 10-minute walk from the terminal, on your left side, you can spot many beach bars offering nice sea views, among which the most popular one is No Name Bar – the favorite bar of many crew members, boasting a pool, great food, relaxed atmosphere, and cool vibes. You can simply roam San Miguel’s bustling streets, explore its markets, parks, and enjoy its rich tourist offer. In the vicinity of the terminal, there is Punta Langosta Mall, a two-story building featuring popular brand shops such as Diamond International, souvenir stores, a cinema, and a variety of coffee shops and dining places. A part of the museum belongs to the restaurant offering delicious Mexican specialties and stunning views of the ocean. There are some unique sculptures you can explore there, such as Coral Reef Monument and Birds Monument, as well as Museo de Cozumel, a history museum consisting of archaeological artifacts and exhibits on Cozumel history. Upon exiting the terminal area, turn right and after a 10-minute walk, you’ll reach a wonderful waterfront boardwalk filled with restaurants, bars, and shops. Thus, the island boasts a wide variety of adventure and animal parks, tourist resorts, shopping malls, exotic bars, authentic Mexican restaurants, and more.
The economy of Cozumel mainly relies on the cruise industry, and the island’s infrastructure was built to suit the needs of cruise passengers coming to Cozumel. The island of Cozumel is small and the capital city is San Miguel de Cozumel, located in the proximity of the cruise terminals. You can get to the mainland by ferries that run regularly several times daily (the ferry ride lasts around 45 minutes), and there are many mainland shore excursions organized by both cruise lines and independent tour operators that you can join. The island is separated from the mainland by Cozumel Chanel and faces Puerto del Carmen on the opposite side. Bienvenidos a Cozumel, one of the most popular Caribbean cruise destinations and a beautiful Mexican island located off the eastern coast of Yucatan Peninsula, part of Mexico’s state of Quintana Roo.
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