Port guide · Saint Lucia

Castries cruise port

Check which side of Castries harbour you will return to.

Caribbean itineraries

Arrival: Pointe Seraphine and La Place Carenage [1]
First local stop: Castries Market [2]
Another option: Pointe Seraphine [1]

Port essentials

Port Castries has cruise berths at Pointe Seraphine and passenger facilities at La Place Carenage by the Queen Elizabeth II docks. Check the berth before planning your route. Check before you go [1][2]

Best first move

Save your terminal name before leaving. Choose the market for a town visit or arrange a dedicated transfer before heading farther afield.

On foot

Can I walk?

Pointe Seraphine is within walking distance of the city according to the port. The starting route depends on your berth. Allow for busy streets and the harbour approach. Check before you go [1][2]

Ashore

Getting to the city

For a short day, aim for central Castries. If using a cross-harbour service, confirm it is operating and know how you will return if it stops.

Transport alternatives

Walking: Choose the city-side route for your particular berth. Check before you go [1]
Harbour water taxi: The port lists a connection between Pointe Seraphine and La Place Carenage. Check actual operation before relying on it. Check before you go [1]

Arrival

Terminals and docking

Pointe Seraphine and La Place Carenage: Pointe Seraphine has dedicated cruise berths. La Place Carenage serves the Queen Elizabeth II dock area. Check before you go [1]

Time ashore

Things to do

Castries Market
Browse the food and craft stalls in the capital. Check before you go [2]
Derek Walcott Square
Include the square in a central Castries walk. Check before you go [2]
Pointe Seraphine
Stay at the harbour-side shops for a visit close to that berth. Check before you go [1]

Back on board

Getting back to the ship

Use the full terminal name at pickup. Leave time to get around the harbour if a water taxi is unavailable, and follow the ship’s all-aboard instructions.

All aboard is your deadline to return. Departure is when the ship is scheduled to leave.

Castries cruise port FAQ

Are the two cruise areas on the same route?

Check the berth. The port lists different cruise facilities around the harbour. Check before you go [1]

What should I confirm before leaving the port?

Save your terminal name before leaving. Choose the market for a town visit or arrange a dedicated transfer before heading farther afield. Check before you go [1]

Sources & verification

Sources and last checked

Guide last checked 13 November 2026. Confirm your terminal, transport and all-aboard time for your sailing.

Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority · Cruise facilities
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 13 November 2026
Saint Lucia Tourism Authority · Castries
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 13 November 2026
Saint Lucia Tourism Authority · Castries Market
Official publisher · Direct source · Last checked 13 November 2026

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