Portuguese capital once again wins at the World Cruise Awards, following previous victories in 2021 and 2024
The city of Lisbon has been named Europe’s Best Cruise Destination at the 6th edition of the World Cruise Awards, held on 12 October in Jamaica. This marks the third time the Portuguese capital has received the distinction, following its victories in 2021 and 2024, further strengthening its position among Europe’s leading cruise destinations.
Lisbon stood out among some of the continent’s most renowned cruise destinations, surpassing cities and regions such as Athens, Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Funchal, Monte Carlo, Nice, Rome, Oslo, and Southampton.
According to the Port of Lisbon Authority the award recognises the efforts of the entire cruise tourism ecosystem in the city:
“This award is the result of the dedication and commitment of everyone working within Lisbon’s cruise ecosystem, who strive every day to provide unique and memorable experiences for our visitors, as well as the hospitality of Lisbon’s residents. Lisbon is increasingly establishing itself as a destination of excellence, competitive, innovative and sustainable.”
Created in 2021, the World Cruise Awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the global cruise industry. Since their inception, Portugal has maintained a prominent presence in the category of Europe’s Best Cruise Destination, with Lisbon and Madeira repeatedly earning this prestigious recognition.
This latest accolade further reinforces Lisbon’s position as a gateway for thousands of international visitors, supported by its privileged location, modern port infrastructure, and diverse tourism offering.
The distinction comes in a year when the Lisbon Cruise Terminal has also been nominated, for the sixth consecutive year, as Europe’s Best Cruise Terminal, further highlighting the international recognition of the quality and excellence associated with cruise tourism in the Portuguese capital.
