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Getting there
What is the address of White Bay Cruise Terminal?

White Bay Cruise Terminal (WBCT) is located at James Craig Rd, Rozelle NSW 2039.

Important notice: road access on cruise ship days is only available via The Crescent / James Craig Road and NOT by Robert Street in Balmain. These is also no access to the terminal on Grafton Street

Download this map for directions to White Bay Cruise Terminal.

How do I get to White Bay Cruise Terminal?

Road

To reduce the impact of traffic on our neighbours, public vehicle access to White Bay Cruise Terminal on cruise ship days is only available via The Crescent / James Craig Road and NOT by Robert Street in Balmain.

Instead, enter James Craig Road via The Crescent and follow the signs to the terminal. Please ignore the direct route suggested by your GPS device as you will be denied access at the Robert Sreet gates and asked to return to The Crescent.  

Download this map for directions to White Bay Cruise Terminal on cruise ship days.

Pedestrians and cyclists are allowed to reach the terminal via the Robert Street gate on both ship days and non-ship days. These is no access to the terminal on Grafton Street


Taxis

Pick-up/ Drop-off areas are right outside the cruise terminal. On cruise ship days, please advise your driver they can only access WBCT on cruise days by taking James Craig Road via The Crescent and NOT by Robert Street in Balmain.

How do I get home/ get to the airport from White Bay Cruise Terminal?

Taxi

The taxi rank is right outside. Ground staff will show you the way.

Coach/ Bus airport transfers

You’ll be directed by ground staff to your pick up point.

Limousine/ Private car pick up

If you have booked a limousine or private car, then you’ll be met outside the front of the terminal. Make sure you have the contact details of the company and ask them to call you when they arrive.

Please advise your driver they can only access White Bay Cruise Terminal by taking James Craig Road via The Crescent and NOT by Robert Street in Balmain.

Parking at White Bay Cruise Terminal

Pick Up and Drop Off

Passenger drop off area is directly outside the cruise terminal.  This area is accessible for private pick-ups and drop-offs all day. To help keep this zone congestion free and to ensure the precinct operates safe and efficiently, we ask that you stop for no more than two minutes. Due to security restrictions, you are not permitted to leave your vehicle and these areas must be only used to collect or drop off passengers.

White Bay Cruise Terminal Car Park

There is no long-term vehicle parking at White Bay Cruise Terminal.

The car park is designated for short-stay pick up only. To help keep this zone congestion free and to ensure the precinct operates safe and efficiently, vehicles may be parked for a maximum of 15 mins.

Arriving and Departing
How do I check-in?

You can check in online.

If you haven’t checked in online then your cruise company should have provided you with a check-in time. Drop off your bags at the bag drop. Be sure to be at White Bay Cruise Terminal an hour before you are set to depart.

What about security screening?

You will have to walk through a metal detector and your belongings will go through the x-ray.

Make sure you take off and place in your carry-on luggage, your mobile phone, laptop computers/ tablets, and other large or small metal objects, coins, etc.

If you have artificial devices, like hip/ knee replacements, pacemakers, etc. let the security people know as you approach.

The security personnel will make the process as easy and as convenient as possible.

How do I board the ship from White Bay Cruise Terminal?

White Bay Cruise Terminal has a dedicated elevated gangway.

What can I find around the terminal?

Sydney Destination Ambassadors will be able for international arrivals, to provide you any local information you might need. There are many restaurants, pubs, cafes, bars and shopping precincts nearby.

Are masks mandatory inside the terminal?

The terminal practices safety, health and hygiene processes and procedures as a priority, but masks are not currently mandatory within cruise terminals in NSW. 

For any more information regarding COVID safety on cruises, please contact your cruise provider or NSW Health.

Things to bring
I have medicines/ special needs foods, etc. who can I contact?

Get a note from your doctor and contact the cruise lines and ask.

What must I not bring?

Anything prohibited, illegal, or otherwise dangerous. If in doubt contact the cruise line or have a look at the Australian Border Force.

I’m not sure if I’m allowed to bring something?

Things you should check with your cruise line before you bring them, just in case it’s not allowed:

  • Alcohol
  • Other types of non-alcoholic drinks, water, etc.
  • Power boards/ extension leads.
  • Heating elements, kettles/ irons, etc.
  • Knives/ multi tools.
  • Fishing equipment.
  • Sports equipment
  • Drones
Facilities at White Bay Cruise Terminal
Where can I park at White Bay Cruise Terminal?

There are no long-term parking options at or near White Bay Cruise Terminal.

Can I store my luggage?

There are no luggage storage facilities at or near White Bay Cruise Terminal.

Can I drop my bag off?

Make sure you know what time your cruise line intends to open bag drop, usually around 09:00 through the day until an hour before the ship is set to depart.

Is there wheelchair assistance?

Please let the cruise company know in advance if you require wheel chair access. They should make arrangements for you to have wheel chair assisted entry and escort through the terminal and boarding

Can my family and friends come to see me off on my cruise?

Family and friends are welcome to share in your excitement and wave farewell from the arrivals area of White Bay Cruise Terminal or the patio area of the café. Unfortunately, they will be not be able to come past the check-in area of the terminal building or on-board.

Customs and Immigration
What do I need to know about Customs and Immigration?

Just like an airport, you’ll need government issued identification, passport is always best, but if you’re going on a domestic cruise, an Australian driver’s licence, or equivalent is a must.

How do I get my GST refund?

Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) is available immediately after you clear Customs/ Immigration. Don’t forget to have a printed receipt of your purchase.