Dover

Port information

Port of Dover Cruise (c) Dover Harbour Board

Dover

Dover is the premier hub port for cruise lines in the South East of England; one of the busiest cruise ports in Britain and Northern Europe welcoming 250,000 discerning cruise passengers every year. Located just 76 miles east of London, Dover is England’s gateway to Europe. Driven by massive investment, Dover is one of the most modern and progressive cruise ports in the county, with highly trained personnel and award-winning customer service. Which is why it is the port of choice for over 25 individual cruise lines. With two impressive state-of-the-art terminals, Dover has the capacity to accommodate three ships at once and with the on-going development there is also the creation of a new multi-use berth raising Dover’s cruise capacity to 4 berths. It is also perfectly positioned for turnaround or port of call visits for Northern Europe, the Baltic, Eastern Mediterranean and USA, enabling you to offer a wide variety of itineraries, with excellent accommodation and historic attractions.

Port attractions

Dover and Walmer Castles
Dover Castle’s Second World War secret underground tunnels are one of the main attractions for visitors. Walmer Castle was one of the late HM the Queen Mother’s favourite summer residences.
Leeds Castle
Set in 500 acres of beautiful parkland, Leeds castle is full of discovery. A special blend of heritage, wonderful grounds and conservation awaits every visitor.
Canterbury Cathedral
Pilgrims & visitors have made their way to Canterbury Cathedral since the Middle Ages. Visitors have always been made welcome in the ancient tradition of Benedictine hospitality.
The White Cliffs
Perfect for those wanting to stretch their legs and enjoy a scenic walk with magnificent views over the Channel and on a clear day you can see the coastline of France.