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Los Angeles Cruise Crowd Forecast — Monday, December 28, 2026
A Little Crowded day in Los Angeles — 2 ships representing ~5,816 estimated cruise passengers, 25% below a busy day.
Some cruise traffic, but likely manageable. Popular areas may be busier around the middle of the day.
- 2 shipsin port
- 5,816est. passengers
Where today falls, from a quiet day to a busy day
Quieter than 35% 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?
2 ships are scheduled today, representing approximately 5,816 passengers of combined capacity.
Compared with other cruise days: Above average for this port.
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Princess | Princess Cruises | 06:15 | 15:00 | B93 | 2,214 |
| Voyager of the Seas | Royal Caribbean International | 07:00 | 16:00 | B92 | 3,602 |
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 28, 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.