Guayaquil Port is situated on the Guayas River, a good distance upstream from the open sea. This is the second largest cargo port along the western coast of South America; it looks the part of a working pier and has little to offer in terms of passenger services. While some cruise ships arrive there, more are making the stop in Manta up the coast. Nevertheless, the port is conveniently situated about 20 minutes from downtown Guayaquil.