Croatia Cruise Port Location Info

Croatia Cruise Port Locations: 2026 Arrival Guide

General Boarding Information for All Cruises

When calling from your mobile, dial with a plus sign (+) at the beginning — for example +385-xxxxxxxx (not 00385-xxxxxxxx).

You can usually drop bags on the ship’s deck from around 10am. Cabin check-in is typically from 2pm. If your independent transport is delayed, contact your Cruise Manager directly using the WhatsApp or phone number on your travel voucher.

You may need to walk around the port to find your ship — it can be hidden behind other vessels. Don’t worry: most cruise staff at the port can point you in the right direction, even if they work for a different company. Don’t hesitate to ask.

Trogir Port: Municipal Riva (Primary 2026 Hub)

Located just 5km from Split Airport, Trogir is the most frequent start and end point for 2026 itineraries. Ships dock along the main waterfront promenade (Riva). Trogir is a compact island town — if arriving by taxi, ask for “Trogir Riva” near the Kamerlengo Fortress.

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Getting there:

– From Split Airport to Trogir: Rome2Rio directions (approximately 5km, roughly a 10-minute taxi ride.)
– From Split Town to Trogir: Rome2Rio directions (approximately 30km).

Dubrovnik Port: Luka Gruž (Gruz Harbour)

All Dubrovnik small ship cruises depart from Gruz harbour — not the Old Town port. This is Dubrovnik’s main ferry port, located at the opposite end of the city from the old town (approximately 3km from the Old City walls). Look for signs marked ‘PORT GRUZ’.

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Address: Obala Ivana Pavla II, Dubrovnik

Because of the numerous ships at Gruž port, Port Authorities may assign your vessel to any of these three locations along the 1000m pier:

a) Across from the fish and vegetable markets
b) Near the local ferry arrivals
c) Under Franjo Tuđman Bridge (up to 800m from the main terminal)

Getting there:

– From Dubrovnik Airport to Gruž Port: Rome2Rio directions
– From Pile Gate (Old Town) to Gruž Port: Rome2Rio directions

Split Port: West Split Port (Limited Use in 2026)

Some cruises still use Split, but due to the Gat Sv Petra reconstruction, ships will mostly dock at the West Split Port (Zapadna Obala) — located directly across the harbour from the traditional cruise port and main bus and train stations.

Address: Obala kneza Branimira, Split

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Important: If arriving by airport shuttle bus, you will be dropped at the main harbour (Trajektna Luka). From there, West Split Port is approximately a 15-minute walk across the harbour via the Riva / old town or a short taxi ride around the city.

Getting there:

– From Split Airport to Split West Port: Rome2Rio directions (shuttle bus approximately 45–60 minutes, around €10; taxi approximately €50–60)
– Walking from Old Town Split to Split West Port area: Walking directions

Other Regional Port Locations

While less common for embarkation, your ship may occasionally use one of these smaller regional ports. Click the links for approximate Google Maps locations:

– Gat Sv Petra (Split main ferry port)
– Marina Baotić (near Trogir)
– Omiš Port (40 mins south of Split)
– Omišalj Port (Kvarner Bay, near Rijeka)
– Opatija Port (Kvarner Bay, also near Rijeka)
– Zadar Port (2hrs north of Split)

For more detailed cruise information — including what to pack, meals, tipping, and onboard life — visit our Croatia Cruise FAQ.

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