Leixoes (Porto)

About Leixoes (Porto)

The Port of Leixões in Porto is the main gateway by sea to the city and has two cruise terminals. The North Cruise Terminal is a wooden construction that resembles a ship’s hull and has no capacity limit for passengers in transit. The Porto Cruise Terminal (South) is the largest project ever for the opening of the port to the city and has several amenities for transit or turnaround cruise vessels, with a capacity for 2,500 passengers in turnaround.

Port of Leixões, Porto Cruise Terminal, is the main gateway by sea to Porto destination and a iconic place to welcome all passengers and crews from cruise liners. Equipped with comfortable facilities for tourists, Leixoes features two cruise terminals.

The North Cruise Terminal located at the north part of the port, is a wooden construction that resembles a ships hull and it is considered an important architectural and historical heritage. The Passenger Terminal has no capacity limit for passengers in transit and allows the turnaround of approximately 750 passengers. This Boutique Terminal occupies an area of about 840 m2 with a berthing quay of 300 metres and depths of -10 metres for the berthing of cruise ships up to 250 metres of length.

The Porto Cruise Terminal (South) is the largest project ever for the opening of the Port to the city, more than an important gateway to Porto, it is a living building enclosing several funtions and activities. It is situated at the South Mole of the port, just 3 km from the city of Porto. It has several amenities for transit cruise liners or turnaround cruise vessels, no limit capacity for passengers in transit and a capacity for 2 500 passengers in turnaround. With such infrastructure, Leixoes is now able to welcome the biggest cruise ships in turnaround.

Port destination information

The Porto, Douro, and North of Portugal region have gained international recognition due to its rich cultural heritage, gastronomy, and wine. Porto has been named the European Best Destination three times and offers a blend of tradition and modernity. Visitors can explore other interesting cities and sites within an hour’s distance from Porto, such as the Historical Centre of Guimaraes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Douro Valley, where Porto Wine is produced. The Porto Cruise Terminal aims to boost the cruise industry in the region.

Port facts

Leixoes (Porto)

Lenght:

300mtr (320mtr upon request) mtrs

No width limit

Draught:

9mtr mtrs

Number of quays: 1

Total length of quays: 1.49 mtrs

Quay depth: 10.00 mtrs

Number of passenger terminals: 2

Anchorage available: no

Tugs available : yes

Ship tenders allowed : no

Currently supplying Natural gas/LNG: no

LNG projects underway : yes

OPS system available : no

OPS projects underway : yes

Distance to the City centre :

Kms

Distance to the Airport :

Kms

Transportation options:
Shuttle bus

Free WIFI

Free transportation from/to the port

Berth booking

Statistics

Year	Passengers (Pax)	Calls
2022	108,626	110
2021	6,210	4
2020	8,941	23
2019	88,696	101
2017	95,562	100
2016	71,799	84
2015	79,065	85
2014	64,440	78
2013	46,620	67
2012	75,672	73
2011	41,829	56
2010	27,494	49
2009	17,624	38
2008	25,465	54
2007	15,863	41
2006	20,629	45
2005	17,716	50
2004	21,883	67
2003	22,764	62
2002	17,901	46
2001	11,617	35
2000	15,065	43