As of now, Carnival has 25 cruise ships, and two more are all set to join the fleet by 2024. The biggest Carnival cruise ship has 2.5x more capacity than the smallest one.
While the biggest Carnival cruise ship, Carnival Jubilee, has a capacity of a maximum of 6,500 guests and 182,800 gross tonnage, the smallest one, Carnival Elation, can only accommodate 2,606 guests and 71,909 gross tonnage.
If you are wondering which is the giant Carnival cruise ship, the smallest one, or how big and small are each one in the Carnival fleet, you are in the right place.
In this list, let’s look at Carnival cruise ships by size in terms of maximum passenger capacity, gross tonnage, number of decks, length, and more.
List Of Carnival Cruise Ships In Terms Of Size
| Ship | Gross Tonnage | Guest Decks | Max Guest Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Jubilee | 182,800 | 17 | 6,500 |
| Carnival Celebration | 182,800 | 17 | 6,500 |
| Mardi Gras | 180,800 | 17 | 6,465 |
| Carnival Venezia | 135,225 | 14 | 5,260 |
| Carnival Firenze | 135,156 | 15 | 5,078 |
| Carnival Panorama | 133,500 | 15 | 5,146 |
| Carnival Horizon | 133,500 | 15 | 4,977 |
| Carnival Vista | 133,500 | 15 | 4,977 |
| Carnival Breeze | 130,000 | 14 | 3,690 |
| Carnival Magic | 130,000 | 14 | 3,690 |
| Carnival Dream | 130,000 | 13 | 3,646 |
| Carnival Splendor | 113,300 | 13 | 3,734 |
| Carnival Conquest | 110,000 | 13 | 3,756 |
| Carnival Glory | 110,000 | 13 | 3,756 |
| Carnival Liberty | 110,000 | 13 | 3,756 |
| Carnival Valor | 110,000 | 13 | 3,756 |
| Carnival Freedom | 110,000 | 13 | 3,754 |
| Carnival Sunshine | 102,853 | 13 | 3,758 |
| Carnival Radiance | 101,509 | 13 | 3,873 |
| Carnival Sunrise | 101,509 | 13 | 3,873 |
| Carnival Luminosa | 92,600 | 12 | 2,826 |
| Carnival Miracle | 88,500 | 12 | 2,680 |
| Carnival Pride | 88,500 | 12 | 2,680 |
| Carnival Legend | 88,500 | 12 | 2,610 |
| Carnival Spirit | 88,500 | 12 | 2,610 |
| Carnival Paradise | 71,925 | 10 | 2,606 |
| Carnival Elation | 71,909 | 10 | 2,606 |
Carnival Excel Class
The Excel class has Carnival’s three biggest cruise ships in its fleet. The Excel class is 35% bigger than the next ships in its fleet. Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Celebration, and Mardi Gras are three cruises in the Excel class.
The gross tonnage of cruises in the Excel class ranges from 180,800 to 182,800.
Carnival Jubilee
Carnival Jubilee is the latest in the Carnival cruise fleet. The maiden voyage of the same is set for late December 2023.
The Carnival Jubilee is 1,130 feet long and has a gross tonnage of 183,521. The cruise ship can host a maximum of 6,500 passengers and 1,735 crew.
The vessel has a total of 17 decks, of which 15 of them houses more than 2,641 staterooms. It also has four pools, 20 restaurants and more.
Like other ships in the Excel class, Carnival Jubilee has attractions such as BOLT roller coasters, latitude bars, aqua parks, and more.
Carnival Celebration
Introduced in early November 2022, the Carnival Celebration, with a maximum capacity of 6,500 passengers, 1,735 crew, and a total gross tonnage of 183,521, is the same size as the Carnival Jubilee. The total cost is estimated to be 1 billion dollars.
The vessel is 1,130 feet or 344.5 m long and has 19 decks. Carnival Celebration has the Ultimate Playground zone on the top deck with the BOLT roller coaster that can travel up to 40 mph or 64 km/h.
WaterWork, Aqua Park and specialty restaurants are other attractions of the cruise.
The ship started its maiden voyage on November 6, 2022, in Southampton.
Mardi Gras
Mardi Gras is the first vessel in the Carnival Excel class. It is also the first-ever Carnival cruise ship to be powered by LNG (Liquefied Neutral Gas).
The first Excel class Carnival cruise ship has a gross tonnage of 181,808, slightly less than the other two in the same class. However, the total capacity, length, and number of decks remain the same.
Mardi Gras started its maiden voyage on July 31, 2021.
Mardi Gras also has the BOLT roller coaster, specialty parks, and restaurants similar to the Carnival Jubilee and Celebration.
Carnival Venice Class
Carnival Venezia
With a gross tonnage of about 135,225 and a maximum capacity of 5,260, Carnival Venezia is the biggest cruise ship in the Venice class of Carnival cruise. The vessel contains 14 passenger decks and is 1,061 feet or 323.6 m long.
Carnival Venezia is Carnival’s Italian-style ship. The ship originally intended to sail in the Chinese market, but for unforeseeable reasons, it joined Carnival Cruise and serve the Caribbean, Canada, and New York regions.
Italian specialty restaurants, bars, fun activities, waterslides, mini golf, sports, etc., are a few attractions of the ship.
Carnival Firenze
Carnival Firenze is an Italian Renaissance-inspired cruise ship with specific architectural features incorporated throughout the vessel. With a gross tonnage of 135,156 and a capacity of 5,078 guests, Firenze is Carnival’s one of the biggest cruises in the Venice class.
The ship has 15 decks and is 1,061 feet long.
Italian cuisine is a highlight of the vessel. It includes multiple Italian cuisine-based restaurants, including Palazzo and Medici restaurants, La Strada Street food venue, Bonsai Teppanyaki, and more.
Carnival Vista Class
Carnival Vista
With a gross tonnage of 133,500 and a total length of 1,055 ft, Carnival Vista regularly sails from the US to the Bahamas and the Caribbean regions. The usual duration of the trips is 2 to 5 days and 6 to 9 days, depending on the destination.
SkyRide at SportsSquare, Havana bar and pool, Carnival WaterWorks, serenity adult-only retreat, etc. are a few highlights of the vessel.
In terms of size, the Carnival Vista is about 30% smaller than the biggest one in the Carnival fleet.
Carnival Horizon
With a humongous IMAX with 3D visuals and motion effects, the Carnival Horizon features a two-screen Carnival Multiplex. Dr. Suess WaterWorks, Skyride, and The Punchliner Comedy Club are places to relax for people of all ages.
Sailing from Miami to the Caribbean, the Carnival Horizon can accommodate 3,960 guests and 1,450 crew onboard.
With a variety of specialty restaurants, seafood shacks, brewhouses, smokehouses, snack stops, and more, Carnival Horizon has restaurants for all foodies.
The vessel is 1,055 feet long and has a gross tonnage of 133,500.
Carnival Panorama
The Carnival Panorama cruise ship was originally set to be delivered to PNO Cruises Australia. But a year later, the Carnival cruise announced the same would be transferred to its Vista class as the third vessel in its fleet.
Carnival Panorama is 1,055 feet long and can accommodate 4,008 guests and 1,450 onboard crew. The ship has a gross tonnage of 133,500. All three vessels in the Carnival Vitsa class are almost the same size.
Carnival Panorama comes with all fun activities from Carnival Vista and Horizon, the two other vessels in the same class. The SkyZone trampoline park is one of the unique attractions of the Carnival Panorama.
Carnival Dream Class
Carnival Dream
Carnival Dream was the biggest cruise ship during its maiden voyage in September 2009. With a gross tonnage of 128,250, 15 decks, and 1,004 feet in length, it is the biggest cruise in the Carnival Dream class.
The Carnival Dream sails from Galveston, TX, to the Caribbean, Panama Canal. The trips are usually 6 to 10+ days long.
The vessel houses many restaurants and bars like RedFrog Rum Bar, Bluelguana Tequila Bar, Guy’s Burger Joint, Guy’s Big & Anchor Smokehouse, Bonsai Sushi, and more.
Carnival Magic
Carnival Magic completed its maiden voyage in May 2011 and was christened by Godmother Lindsey Wilson.
With a gross tonnage of 128,048, 1,005 feet, or 306.471 m length, the Carnival Magic has 14 passenger decks out of 17 total decks. It can house 3,690 passengers in double occupancy, 4,724 in maximum occupancy, and 1,386 crew.
With plenty of food and entertainment options, the Carnival Magic sails to the Caribbean out from Miami, Florida.
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Breeze is another Vista-class cruise ship similar to Carnival Magic and Carnival Dream. It features almost everything from two of its sister ships.
With a gross tonnage of 130,000, 1004 feet in length, 15 decks, and a capacity for 3,690 passengers and 1,386 crew, the Carnival Breeze is like the other two in the Vista class.
Carnival Breeze sails from Galveston, TX, to the Caribbean. SportsSquare and Cucina del Capitano are two of many fun zones in the vessel.
Carnival Breeze has Guy’s Burger Joint, Deaday Brunch, Guy’s Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que, Steakhouse, and more for foodies.
Carnival Splendor Class
Carnival Splendor
The Carnival Splendor is the only vessel in the Splendor class.
The ship was initially ordered for Costa Cruises, but later, the plans were changed, and the ship was transferred to Carnival Cruise Line. At the time of its launch, Carnival Splendor was the largest cruise ship in the fleet for a brief period.
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 113,300 and is 950 feet long. 13 decks house 3,012 passengers and 1,150 crew.
Carnival Splendor sails from Sydney, Australia, and Singapore to Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. The trips are usually 5 to 10+ days long.
Carnival Conquest Class
Carnival Conquest
During its maiden voyage, the Carnival Conquest was the most giant cruise ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet. The Carnival Conquest was about 30% bigger than the previous vessel. It started its maiden voyage on November 12, 2002.
An important aspect of Carnival Conquest is that more than 37% of all cabins in the vessel have balconies, and more than 60% have ocean views.
The cruise ship has a gross tonnage of 110,000 and is 953 feet or 290 m long. The cruise ship has 13 decks, carrying 2,980 passengers and 1,150 crew.
Carnival Conquest comes with various onboard fun activities and food sports like Guy’s Burger Joint™, RedFrog Rum Bar®, and SkyBox™ Sports Bar.
Conquest sails to the Bahamas and the Caribbean from Florida.
Carnival Glory
Carnival Glory is the second Conquest class cruise ship from the Carnival Cruise line. The vessel was launched in July 2003 and can carry 2,980 passengers and 1,150 crew.
The ship is 952 feet or 290.2 m long and has a gross tonnage of 110,000. In total, the vessel has 13 decks.
Carnival Glory has various fun attractions like Carnival Waterworks, AquaTunnel waterslide, Dive-in movies, and more. With various food options and many restaurants, you get to enjoy every food and drink on offer.
Carnival Glory sails from LA, Barcelona, FL to Carribran.
Carnival Valor
With various onboard activities, including Camp Ocean, a serenity adult retreat, the Punchliner comedy club, Twister waterslide, playlist productions, and onboard dining options, the Carnival Valor is the third cruise ship in the Conquest class.
Carnival Valor started sailing in 2004 and has had considerable upgrades ever since. The ship has a gross tonnage of 110,000 and is 952 ft or 290.2 m long. The total guest capacity of Carnival Valore is 2,974, and the crew capacity is 1,180.
The cruise sails to the Caribbean and Transatlantic regions.
Carnival Liberty
The Carnival Liberty was the first vessel in its fleet to feature a Carnival seaside Theatre with a wide LED screen. The vessel started its maiden voyage in 2005.
The vessel sails to the Bahamas from FL and LA.
Carnival Liberty has a gross tonnage of 110,000, a total capacity of 2,974 guests, and 1160 onboard crew.
The size and features of Carnival Liberty are pretty similar to that of others in the same class. The Carnival Liberty then got many upgrades, including Fun Ship 2.0, which has introduced many fun activities.
Carnival Freedom
Carnival Freedom is the fifth and last cruise ship in the Conquest class. The vessel started its first sail on March 5, 2007, and is considered the 22nd operating vessel in the Carnival cruise’s fleet.
The cruise ship’s gross tonnage, passenger capacity, number of decks, and length are similar to others in the same class.
Carnival Freedom sails from Orlando to the Bahamas, Caribbean. Fun attractions and lively food options make guests love the vessel.
Carnival Sunshine Class
Carnival Sunshine
Formerly known as Carnival Destiny, the Carnival Sunshine is the first-ever cruise ship to exceed a gross tonnage of 100,000. The vessel started its maiden voyage in May 1996. In 2013, the ship got a major refit and a rename.
Even though Carnival Sunshine is one of the oldest cruises, it has modern amenities and fun activities like Carnival WaterWorks, SportSquare, Ropes Course, and more, all thanks to Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades.
Carnival Sunshine has a gross tonnage of 102,853, a maximum guest capacity of 3,002, and 1,040 on board crew. The ship is 892 feet in length.
Carnival Sunrise
Carnival Sunrise was initially launched as Carnival Triumph and later renamed to Carnival Sunrise and became a part of the Carnival Sunrise class. The cruise ship has a gross tonnage of 101,509, 893 feet in length, 13 decks and can house 2,984 passengers and 1,108 crew.
Like other cruises in the class, Carnival Sunrise got a significant refit in 2019 and features all modern amenities and fun attractions people love.
Carnival Sunrise sails to the Bahamas, Caribbean, from Miami, FL. Duration is usually from 2 to 5 days and 6 to 9 days. RedFrog Pub, SportsSquare, Serenity Adult-only Retreat, etc. a few attractions and onboard activities
Carnival Radiance
Initially launched as Carnival Victory, Carnival Radiance is the third vessel in the Sunshine class. The ship was initially launched in 1998, but she got a major refit in 2020 with significant upgrades to match modern-day cruises.
Carnival Radiance has a gross tonnage of 101,509 and is 893 feet long. The vessel can accommodate 2,764 passengers in double occupancy, 3,470 passengers with maximum occupancy, and 1,100 onboard crew.
Carnival Spirit Class
Carnival Luminosa
Carnival Luminosa was originally part of the Carnival Cruise Line’s sister company, Costa Cruises.
Costa Luminosa started its maiden voyage in 2009. Later, in 2022, Costa Luminosa was transferred to Carnival, now known as Carnival Luminosa.
Carnival Luminosa is a hybrid design of Vista and Spirit class. But it is considered in Spirit class. She has a gross tonnage of 92,600 and can accommodate 2,260 passengers in double occupancy 2,826 passengers in maximum occupancy, and 1,050 onboard crew.
Carnival Spirit
Launched in 2001, Carnival Spirit is the first Spirit-class cruise ship by Carnival Cruise Line.
The cruise ship has a GT of 88,500 and is 963 feet long. The 12 decks on the vessel can accommodate 2,124 passengers and 930 crew. Pools, waterslide and serenity adult-only retreats are some fun activities on board.
Carnival Pride
With several dining options and flagship-level entertainment options during the time of its launch, Carnival Pride is a spirit-class cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruises.
Carnival Pride is similar to others in the class, with a gross tonnage of 88,500 and a guest capacity of 2,134 and 930 on-board crew.
Carnival Legend
With a similar capacity to Carnival Pride and others in the Spirit Class, Carnival Legend is yet another cruise ship operated by Carnival Cruise Line. She can keep anyone entertained throughout the journey with many amazing entertainment and dining options.
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 80,500 and is 963 feet long. The total capacity is 2,124 guests and 930 on-board crew.
Carnival Miracle
Sailing regularly to Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, Mexico, the Panama Canal, and the Transatlantic, Carnival Miracle is a relatively small cruise ship in the Carnival Cruise Line Spirit class. She has a gross tonnage of 88,500 and can accommodate 2124 guests.
Various onboard activities include a RedFrog bar, WaterWorks, Cherry on top, Suess at sea, Alchemy bar, the punchline comedy club, and more.
Carnival Fantasy Class
Carnival Paradise
Even though Carnival Paradise was first launched in 1998, she has undergone major revamps in 2018 and 2023 to include modern-day cruise ship amenities and entertainment options.
Carnival Paradise is one of the smallest vessels, with a gross tonnage of 70,367, a length of 260.60 m, and a capacity for 2,040 passengers and 920 crew.
The Carnival Paradise is the last Fantasy class cruise ship.
Carnival Elation
Carnival Elation is the oldest and the smallest cruise ship in Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet today.
The vessel was initially launched in 1998 and got a major refit in 2017 and 2020.
Carnival Elation has a gross tonnage of 70,367 and a length of 261 m, similar to Carnival Paradise. The vessel can accommodate 2,130 passengers. After the 2020 refit, the maximum capacity has increased to 2,190.
Despite being the oldest Carnival cruise ship in its fleet today, the vessel has excellent entertainment and onboard dining options.
