Caribbean and West Indies

Progreso, Mexico

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Port Overview

Progreso is the main cruise gateway to the Yucatán Peninsula and serves as the maritime access point to the historic city of Mérida and the region’s famous Mayan archaeological sites. The port primarily accommodates large cruise ships from major international cruise lines operating Western Caribbean itineraries.

Because the cruise ships dock at the end of the long pier, passengers are transported by complimentary shuttle buses to the terminal building on the mainland.

 

The terminal area offers:

  • Duty-free shopping

  • Handicraft markets

  • Tour operator desks

  • Taxi services

  • Beach access nearby

  • Restaurants and bars

 

Port General Information

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Number of Piers

The port features one main cruise pier (Terminal Remota), connected to the mainland by a 6.5 km (4-mile) long pier — one of the longest in the world.

Number of Passenger Terminals

One dedicated cruise terminal building serving international cruise ships.

Distance to City Center (Progreso)

Approximately 6.5 km (4 miles) from the cruise pier to downtown Progreso. Shuttle buses are typically provided by the port authority.

Distance to Mérida (Capital City)

Approximately 36 km (22 miles), about 30–40 minutes by car or tour bus.

 

Tourist Attractions & Distance from the Port

Progreso Beach

  • Distance from cruise terminal: ~500 meters (walking distance)

  • Calm Gulf waters and a long malecón (boardwalk)

  • Beach clubs, seafood restaurants, and water activities

Mérida

  • Distance from port: 36 km (22 miles)

  • Travel time: 30–40 minutes

  • Colonial architecture and vibrant cultural life

  • Plaza Grande & Mérida Cathedral

  • Paseo de Montejo boulevard

Chichen Itza

  • Distance from port: ~125 km (78 miles)

  • Travel time: 1 hour 45 minutes – 2 hours

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Famous El Castillo pyramid

  • One of the New Seven Wonders of the World

Uxmal

  • Distance from port: ~80 km (50 miles)

  • Travel time: 1 hour 15 minutes

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Known for Puuc-style architecture

  • Less crowded than Chichen Itza

Celestun Biosphere Reserve

  • Distance from port: ~95 km (59 miles)

  • Travel time: 1.5 hours

  • Famous for pink flamingos

  • Mangroves and boat eco-tours

  • Protected natural reserve

Dzibilchaltun

  • Distance from port: ~30 km (18 miles)

  • Travel time: 30 minutes

  • Temple of the Seven Dolls

  • Cenote Xlacah for swimming

Port address
Administración del Sistema Portuario Nacional Progreso, C.P. 97320, Progreso, Yucatán, Mexico
Port phone number
+52 969 934 3000
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