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Los Angeles Cruise Crowd Forecast — Sunday, December 27, 2026
A Little Crowded day in Los Angeles — 1 ship representing ~3,998 estimated cruise passengers, 49% below a busy day.
Some cruise traffic, but likely manageable. Popular areas may be busier around the middle of the day.
- 1 shipin port
- 3,998est. passengers
Where today falls, from a quiet day to a busy day
Quieter than 68% of scheduled cruise days at this port.
Provisional — schedule may change🧭 How to play this day
CROWD-TACTICALSteady day at the World Cruise Center: the main lot can still fill on multi-ship turnarounds, with the USS Iowa lot and the Catalina terminal lot serving as the standard overflow. Park early or opt for a drop-off at the terminal. Security lines run longest at midday, so the edges of your window are the sweet spots.
Why is this a little crowded?
1 ship is scheduled today, representing approximately 3,998 passengers of combined capacity.
Compared with other cruise days: About average for this port.
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Encore | Norwegian Cruise Line | 07:00 | 16:00 | B92 | 3,998 |
Arrival timeline
Bars show each ship’s scheduled time in port (6 AM – 10 PM port time).
Shore day advice
Independent exploration works well today — book the most popular attractions ahead, and expect the midday peak near the port.
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Data & accuracy
- Schedule source: Ports America (World Cruise Center)
- Data last fetched: Oct 29, 2026
- Forecast date: Dec 27, 2026
- Provisional: this date is more than 7 days out — cruise lines adjust itineraries for weather and operations, so the schedule may change.
- Estimates are based on published ship capacities, not actual bookings or how many passengers go ashore.