Port information & tips for Reggio Calabria
Reggio Calabria is located at the sun-drenched tip of Italy's boot and fascinates as the gateway to Calabria with breathtaking views across the Strait of Messina to Sicily. The city impresses with its elegant architecture and Mediterranean flair, which harmoniously combines antiquity and modernity. Highlights include the Museo Archeologico Nazionale with the famous Riace Bronzes, as well as the magnificent Lungomare Falcomatà, which is considered the most beautiful kilometer in Italy thanks to its lush vegetation. Cruise ships dock at the Molo di Ponente in the port of Reggio Calabria, from where the lively city center and the main shopping street Corso Garibaldi are easily accessible in just a few minutes' walk thanks to the central location.
Reggio Calabria is an important cruise port at the tip of the Italian boot, which is easily accessible for travelers from the DACH region thanks to its central location and good connections. The port is located directly at the city center, making many sights such as the Lungomare promenade and the city center accessible on foot.
Car
The port of Reggio Calabria is excellently connected thanks to the A2 motorway (formerly A3 Salerno-Reggio Calabria). Coming from the north, follow the A2/E90 to the "Reggio Calabria Centro" exit and then follow the signs to the ferry port. From the south, use the SS106 state road. A guarded parking lot is available directly in the port area, at the south entrance. In addition, private providers such as GP Reggio Calabria offer covered and 24-hour guarded parking options, which are connected to the port's embarkation piers with a practical car valet service.
Train
The central arrival point for train travelers is the Reggio Calabria Centrale main station, which is located about 3 kilometers from the port. From there, you can take regional trains directly to the Reggio Calabria Lido station, which is closest to the port with a journey time of only about 4 minutes and running hourly. Alternatively, public ATAM buses offer a convenient connection to the port in about 9 minutes, and taxis reach the terminal in about 3 minutes.
Airplane
The nearest airport is the Aeroporto dello Stretto "Tito Minniti" (REG), also known as Reggio Calabria Airport, which is only about 7 to 12 kilometers south of the city center and the port. From there, a direct and convenient shuttle service runs to the port every 30 minutes. In addition, public ATAM buses connect the airport with the city and the port. A taxi ride from the airport to the port takes about 8 to 20 minutes, depending on the traffic situation. For long-haul flights from the DACH region, an arrival the day before is recommended to start your cruise in a relaxed manner.
Check-in & Embarkation
Please note that you will usually receive a fixed time slot for check-in with your travel documents, which is binding for your embarkation. Plan enough time for the journey to the port accordingly and take into account that the latest embarkation time - depending on the cruise line and destination - is usually scheduled about one hour before the planned departure.
The following also applies during the journey: For shore excursions, you should be back on board at least one hour before departure. Always pay attention to the current announcements and the notices on board, as berthing and departure times can change at short notice.
