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Tampa Cruise Crowd Forecast — Saturday, November 28, 2026
Super Crowded day in Tampa — 3 ships representing ~7,019 estimated cruise passengers, 6% above a busy day.
One of the busiest port days. Popular beaches, transportation and tourist areas may be significantly busier.
- 3 shipsin port
- 7,019est. passengers
Where today falls, from a quiet day to a busy day
Busier than 96% of scheduled cruise days at this port.
Provisional — schedule may change🧭 How to play this day
CROWD-TACTICALTampa at maximum: garage overflow, heavy downtown traffic, and a curb scene that can overwhelm this small port — with fog able to push boarding hours later. Build real buffer into the morning and consider a rideshare or the free streetcar instead of driving into the crush. Post-cruise, don't rush the airport: TPA is close, so let the terminal exodus clear and grab lunch first.
Why is this super crowded?
3 ships are scheduled today, representing approximately 7,019 passengers of combined capacity.
Compared with other cruise days: Well above average for this port.
Ships in port
| Ship | Cruise line | Arrival | Departure | Berth | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radiance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean International | — | — | Terminal 2 | 2,501 |
| Carnival Paradise | Carnival Cruise Line | — | — | Terminal 3 | 2,124 |
| Norwegian Gem | Norwegian Cruise Line | — | — | Terminal 6 | 2,394 |
Shore day advice
A ship excursion with an early departure is the best way to beat the crowds — expect lines everywhere after mid-morning, and have a plan before you disembark.
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Data & accuracy
- Schedule source: Port Tampa Bay
- Data last fetched: Oct 29, 2026
- Forecast date: Nov 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.