Biggest Royal Caribbean Ships In Order
Biggest Royal Caribbean ships in order of size are Icon of the Seas, Wonder of The Seas, and 25 more. When ranked by age, Grandeur of the Seas is the oldest one.
Royal Caribbean International has been providing the best cruise experience since its launch in 1969. The first ship launched by the company in the year 1970 was named Song of Norway.
The ships have sailed to 270+ destinations in 60+ countries on six continents with exciting and adventurous itineraries. The cruise destinations include the Bahamas, Jamaica, Mexico, Alaska, Florida, Asia, and more.
If you are planning to travel the world with family, cruising on RCL ships are one of the best options.
For 20 consecutive years, the Royal Caribbean has been voted the Best Cruise Line Overall by Travel Weekly readers.
The company currently has 27 ships featured with world-class services and amenities. The ships are classified into six classes Oasis, Radiance, Freedom, Voyager, Quantum, and Vision. The company has added a new class which is known as Icon Class.
Royal Caribbean has introduced the new Osis class ship named Utopia of the Seas which is known to arrive in spring 2024. The world's largest ship Icon of the Seas will set sail in early 2024.
Royal Caribbean Ships Ranked By Size
The biggest Royal Caribbean ships in order start from 250.8K Ton Icon of the Seas to 73.8K Ton Grandeur of the Seas. There are altogether 27 ships by RCL.
On the basis of gross tonnage, each ships are explained below from the biggest to smallest.
1. Icon of the Seas
Size: 250,800 gross ton
Length: 1,198 ft
Passenger Capacity: 5,610
Crew: 2,350
Icon of the Seas will take over the title of the largest cruise ship in the world after its sail in early 2024. The 20 decks of the ship make it taller than the Eiffel Tower.
It is known that the Icon of the Seas is ten feet longer than the former longest ship in the world. The ship has 250,800 gross tons making it the first cruise to surpass the size. The cruise can hold 5,610 passengers at double occupancy and a maximum of up to 7,600.
2. Wonder of the Seas
Size: 236, 857 gross ton
Length: 1,188 ft
Passenger: 6,988
Crew: 2,300
Before the Icon of the Seas was launched, Wonder if the Seas was the largest ship in the world. She is still one of the most beautiful and largest ships in the world with 236,857 gross tonnage.
The cruise is 1,188 ft long and 210 ft wide. When compared with Titanic, Wonder of the Seas is five times larger in internal volume and 35% longer.
3. Symphony of the Seas
Size: 228,081 gross ton
Length: 1,188 ft
Passenger: 6,680
Crew: 2,200
When Symphony of the Seas was launched it was considered the biggest cruise ship in the world. The vessel features 18 decks, 24 passenger elevators, 23 staircases, and 2,759 staterooms.
The cruise ship is known to be powered by four 7,500 KW Wartsilla diesel engines and has a top speed of 22 knots. Symphony of the Seas includes top-class amenities such as a 10-story slide named Ultimate Abyss, 7 Neighborhoods, Aquatheatre, Conference Center, Outdoor Movie Screen, Sports Court, and more.
4. Harmony of the Seas
Size: 226,963 gross ton
Length: 1,188 ft
Passenger: 6,687
Crew: 2,210
Harmony of the Seas design layout is based on the Royal Caribbean's seven neighborhood concepts, it comprises the Royal Promenade, Central Park, Broadwalk, Vitality at Sea Spa and Fitness Centre, the Pool and Sports Zone, Youth Zone, and Entertainment Place.
The vessel includes 17 decks, 24 elevators, 26 lounges and bars, nine deck-high zip lines, 19 pools, 2 rock climbing walls, and 9 outdoor jacuzzis. The ship has a top speed of 25 knots making it the fastest in the Royal Caribbean fleet.
5. Allure of the Seas
Size: 225,282 gross ton
Length: 1,187 ft
Passenger: 6,780
Crew: 2,210
Allure of the Seas features 18 decks out of which 16 of them are passenger decks and 2,745 staterooms. The ship has a speed of 22 knots and is powered by six Wartsila 46 diesel engines that provide a power output of 97,020 KW.
The vessel includes 20 restaurants, 35 activities, 15 bars, and 2 shows for the passengers' entertainment.
6. Oasis of the Seas
Size: 226, 838 gross ton
Length: 1,187 ft
Passenger: 6,771
Crew: 2,109
Oasis of the Seas is considered one of the biggest ships in the world. The cruise ship includes 18 decks with 2,796 staterooms and seven neighborhoods. The vessel is powered by eight Wartsila V12 diesel engines.
The ship features a zip-line cable, a full-size carousel, an AquaTheatre amphitheater, a Rising Tide Bar, and more. Oasis of the Seas was built at a cost of $1.24 billion.
7. Spectrum of the Seas
Size: 169,379 gross ton
Length: 1,139 ft
Passenger: 5,622
Crew: 1,551
Spectrum of the Seas is known to be the biggest and most expensive cruise ship to sail in Asia. The ship offers several amenities such as two indoor pools, an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a body and mind spa, rock climbing, an outdoor movie screen, a sports court, and more.
The vessel features 16 decks out of which 14 are passenger decks with 17 elevators for the guests. It has 2,137 staterooms in total.
8. Odyssey of the Seas
Size: 169,300 gross ton
Length: 1,138 ft
Passenger: 5,510
Crew: 1,633
The design of Odyssey of the Seas offers 270-degree views. The ship has 16 passenger decks with nine cabins and 1,922 staterooms. The vessel is powered by six engines two Wartsila 16V46F, two Wartsila 12V46F, and two Cat 3516C HD.
It provides you with a whole new level of cruising as it provides recreational activities such as FloRider Surf Simulator, Sky Pad, North Star Observation Capsule, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars, and more.
It also has 17 dining options with multiple bars and lounges.
9. Anthem of the Seas
Size: 168,666 gross ton
Length: 1,141 ft
Passenger: 4,905
Crew: 1,500
Anthem of the Seas is built with a unique feature where a jewel-shaped capsule located on the top deck rises 300ft above the ocean providing the passengers with a 360° view of the area. The capsule holds up to 14 guests at a time.
The ship has 16 passenger decks with 2,090 staterooms with 1,570 balconies (373 virtual balconies and 147 outside).
10. Ovation of the Seas
Size: 168,666 gross ton
Length: 1,138 ft
Passenger: 4,905
Crew: 1,500
Ovation of the Seas has 16 decks out of which 15 are passenger decks with 2091 staterooms. The ship also features 18 dining options, ten outdoor jacuzzis, four swimming pools, and 16 elevators.
It provides recreational facilities such as Full-service Vitality at Sea Spa, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center, sports center and more.
11. Quantum of the Seas
Size: 168,666 gross ton
Length: 1,141 ft
Passenger: 4,905
Crew: 1,500
At the time of its delivery, Quantum of the Seas was the third-largest ship in the world. The ship has 16 passenger decks with the top deck featuring a solarium for adults.
The staterooms in the vessel are known to be the largest in the Royal Caribbean's fleet. The ship is powered by two Azipod XO thrusters and has a speed of 22 knots.
12. Freedom of the Seas
Size: 156,271 gross ton
Length: 1,112 ft
Passenger: 4,636
Crew: 1,365
Freedom of the Seas comes with 14 guest-accessible decks with 1,963 staterooms. The deck 4 and five feature several dining, bars, entertainment, lounges, retail stores, and more.
The ship has a speed of 21.6 knots and it is powered by six Wartsila 46 V12. It also has three ABB Azipod podded electric propulsion units.
13. Independence of the Seas
Size: 154,407 gross ton
Length: 1,112 ft
Passenger: 4,560
Crew: 1,440
Independence of the Seas has 14 passenger decks and the vessel features 12 dining options, 13 bars, 32 activities, and 2 shows for the guests' entertainment. It has 1,918 staterooms with 127 suites, 269 ocean views, 168 Promenade views, and 744 balconies.
14. Liberty of the Seas
Size: 154,407 gross ton
Length: 1,112 ft
Passenger: 4,960
Crew: 1,360
Liberty of the Seas features 15 decks out of which 14 are guest decks, 1 guest elevator, and four bow thrusters. It has 1,899 staterooms which include 858 balconies, 444 outside, and 765 inside.
The highlights of the ship include The Perfect Storm, Dreamworks experience, Ice Skating Rink, Splashaway Bay, and more.
15. Navigator of the Seas
Size: 139,999 gross ton
Length: 1,020 ft
Passenger: 3,970
Crew: 1,230
Navigator of the Seas has 14 passenger decks, 16 lounges and bars with eight dining spots, 14 elevators, seven outdoor jacuzzis, and four swimming pools. The vessel also includes 1,674 staterooms.
The wheelhouse of the ship is known to be different from the traditional ships due to its cockpit-style navigation console. The system is integrated with an electronic chart system.
16. Mariner of the Seas
Size: 139,863 gross ton
Length: 1,020 ft
Passenger: 4,000
Crew: 1,200
Mariner of the Seas comes with 15 decks and 1,667 staterooms in total. The ship is powered by three Azipod azimuth thrusters and has a maximum speed of 24 knots.
The cruise ship is filled with several amenities such as 12 dining options, three pools, six whirlpools, Escape Room, Skypad, Basketball Court, Flowrider and more.
17. Explorer of the Seas
Size: 137,308 gross ton
Length: 1,020 ft
Passenger: 4,290
Crew: 1,185
Explorer of the Seas has 15 decks out of which 14 of them are passenger decks and 1,643 staterooms with 1,001 ocean views, 65s balcony rooms, and 119 suites.
The ship has a speed of 23.7 knots and the main engine is powered by six Wartsila 12V46. The cruise ship offers recreational activities such as an ice skating rink, a rock climbing wall, a nine-hole miniature golf course, a peek-a-boo bridge, and more.
18. Adventure of the Seas
Size: 137,276 gross ton
Length: 1,020 ft
Passenger: 3,807
Crew: 1,185
Adventure of the Seas features 15 decks but 14 of them are passenger decks which have a capacity of 3,087 guests. It also has 1,691 staterooms which include 125 suites, 242 ocean view, 650 balconies, and 138 Promenade view.
The ship includes amenities such as a basketball court, solarium, pools, whirlpools, Casino Royale, Vitality Spa & Fitness Center, outdoor movie screen, and more.
19. Voyager of the Seas
Size: 137,276 gross ton
Length: 1,020 ft
Passenger: 4,000
Crew: 1,200
Voyager of the Seas has 15 decks and 1708 staterooms. The staterooms include 121 suites, 228 ocean view, 669 balconies, and 157 Promenade view. The ship is known to be the first to include a rock climbing wall and ice skating rink.
Enjoy the best cruise experience with the ship's 11 dining options, multiple bars and lounges, three pools, six whirlpools, and more.
20. Brilliance of the Seas
Size: 90,090 gross ton
Length: 962 ft
Passenger: 2,543
Crew: 848
Brilliance of the Seas comprises 13 decks, 1,075 staterooms, 12 lounges and bars, three outdoor jacuzzis, two swimming pools, and nine elevators. The ship has a speed of 25 knots i.e. 46 km/hr.
The cruise ship offers 12 dining options, mini golf, arcade games, a spa & fitness center, shopping, and more.
21. Jewel of the Seas
Size: 90,090 gross ton
Length: 962 ft
Passenger: 2,702
Crew: 852
Jewel of the Seas features 13 decks, 1097 staterooms, nine elevators, and three bow thrusters. The ship offers recreational activities for kids and teens such as Adventure Ocean, Fuel Teen Disco, and Adventure Beach.
The cruise ship also provides a few complimentary dining options. Other amenities of the vessel include Coral Theatre, Solarium, Jogging Track, Video Arcade, Library & Card Room, Boutiques, and more.
22. Radiance of the Seas
Size: 90,090 gross ton
Length: 962 ft
Passenger: 2,466
Crew: 894
Radiance of the Seas has 13 decks and 1,061 staterooms. The ship is known to be faster and more environment-friendly than most cruise ships. The vessel has a speed of 25 knots.
The ship displays a $6 million art collection and has displayed the artworks of 100 artists. Radiance of the Seas amenities features, miniature golf, swimming pools, a spa, a casino, a rock climbing wall, and more.
23. Serenade of the Seas
Size: 90,090 gross ton
Length: 965 ft
Passenger: 2,476
Crew: 832
Serenade of the Seas is known to provide higher efficient speed than others due to its gas-turbine vessel. The ship is powered by two smokeless gas turbines that produce 25.25 MW of power on each side.
The cruise ship has 12 decks and 1,074 staterooms.
24. Enchantment of the Seas
Size: 82,910 gross ton
Length: 989 ft
Passenger: 2,730
Crew: 852
Enchantment of the Seas includes 11 passenger decks, eight lounges and bars, and 72 staterooms. During the refits, a new section was added which includes 151 passenger cabins.
The ship has a maximum speed of 23.5 knots. Enchantment of the Seas along with Grandeur of the Seas has a Dynamic Positioning System.
25. Rhapsody of the Seas
Size: 78,491 gross ton
Length: 915 ft
Passenger: 2,416
Crew: 765
Rhapsody of the Seas has 1,013 staterooms for a capacity of 2,416 passengers and 11 guest decks. The ship has a cruising speed of 22 knots i.e. 41 km/hr.
Enjoy the amenities such as a beauty salon, fitness center, spa, Solarium, jogging track, medical center, and more.
26. Vision of the Seas
Size: 78, 340 gross ton
Length: 915 ft
Passenger: 2,514
Crew: 742
Vision of the Seas has 11 decks in total out of which ten of them are passenger decks. It also features 1,018 staterooms that include 97 suites, 380 ocean view, and 136 balconies.
The ship features state-of-art technology, onboard dining experiences, three unique pools and a lazy river, art collections, and more.
27. Grandeur of the Seas
Size: 73, 817 gross ton
Length: 916 ft
Passenger: 2,440
Crew: 760
Grandeur of the Seas has 12 decks out of which 11 of them are guest decks. It also has 997 staterooms that include 95 suites, 380 ocean view, and 122 balconies.
The ship has an on-board casino with numerous slot machines, and variations of blackjack, poker, and craps. It features two swimming pools and four whirlpools, and delicious dining options.
For kids, a special edition of The Compass named Explorations has been published.
Royal Caribbean Ships By Age
Royal Caribbean ships compared on the basis of age. Check out the difference between the oldest and the newest ships.
1. Grandeur of the Seas
Year: 1996
Class: Vision
Grandeur of the Seas was built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards from Finland. The ship was completed in the November of 1996 and made its maiden voyage on December 1996.
The Vision class ship is known to be the first passenger vessel to operate dynamic positioning technology.
2. Rhapsody of the Seas
Year: 1997
Class: Vision
The beautiful Rhapsody of the Seas was made by Chantiers de l'Atlantique, the construction started in December 1995. The Vision class ship's construction finished in April 1997.
It made its first maiden voyage on May 1997.
3. Enchantment of the Seas
Year: 1997
Class: Vision
The vision for the Enchantment of the Seas started in the year 1994 and construction of the ship began on October 1995. The enchanting ship was constructed by STX Finland Oy.
The Vision class cruise ship was completed on July 3, 1997. The ship made its first sail on July 13, 1997, ten days after its completion.
4. Vision of the Seas
Year: 1998
Class: Vision
Vision of the Seas is built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique. It was first launched in September 1997 but was completed on April 1998.
The vision class cruise ship made its first maiden voyage on May 1998.
5. Voyager of the Seas
Year: 1999
Class: Voyager
Voyager of the Seas was constructed by Kvaerner Masa-Yards in Finland. The cruise ship launched on November 1998 but the construction began on March 1998.
The beautiful lead ship of the Voyager class was completed on October 1999. It made its first sail on November 1999.
The name of the ship was given by Olympic figure skater Katarina Witt.
6. Explorer of the Seas
Year: 2000
Class: Voyager
Explorer of the Seas was first launched on November 1999. The construction of the ship was completed on September 2000 by STX Finland Oy.
The cruise ship first explored the waters on October 2000.
7. Adventure of the Seas
Year: 2001
Class: Voyager
Adventure of the Seas was built by the ship-making company STX Finland Oy. The construction of the vessel began on June 1998 and was launched on January 2001.
The cruise ship began its adventure on the waters on November 2001.
8. Radiance of the Seas
Year: 2001
Class: Radiance
The lead ship of the Radiance class was built by Meyer Werft. The construction of the vessel began on June 1998 and the design was completed on March 2001.
It made its maiden voyage on April 2001.
9. Navigator of the Seas
Year: 2002
Class: Voyager
The STX Finland Oy began the construction of Navigator of the Seas on September 2000. The vessel was launched on January 2002.
The Voyager class ship was christened by Steffi Graf. it made its maiden voyage on December 2002.
10. Brilliance of the Seas
Year: 2002
Class: Radiance
Brilliance of the Seas was constructed by the ship-making company named Meyer Werft. The Radiance class ship's construction began in June 1998 and was launched in December 2001.
It made its maiden voyage on July 2002.
11. Mariner of the Seas
Year: 2003
Class: Voyager
The second generation Voyager class ship Mariner of the Seas was built by STX Finland Oy. The construction of the beautiful vessel started on April 2002 and it was launched on February 2003.
It made its first sail on November 2003.
12. Serenade of the Seas
Year: 2003
Class: Radiance
The cruise ship Serenade of the Seas began its construction on September 2001 by Meyer Werft. The vessel was launched on December 2002 and made its maiden voyage on August 2003.
13. Jewel of the Seas
Year: 2004
Class: Radiance
Jewel of the Seas was built by Meyer Werft. The building of the vessel started on November 2002 and was launched on March 2004.
The Radiance class ship made its maiden voyage on May 2004.
14. Freedom of the Seas
Year: 2006
Class: Freedom
Freedom of the Seas was made by a ship-making company named STX Europe. Construction for the vessel began on November 2004 and was finished on April 2006.
The cruise ship's service began on June 2006.
15. Liberty of the Seas
Year: 2007
Class: Freedom
Liberty of the Seas made its maiden voyage on May 2007. The marvelous cruise ship was made by Aker Yards Turku Shipyard in Finland.
16. Independence of the Seas
Year: 2008
Class: Freedom
The Freedom-class ship Independence of the Seas was built by Aker Yards Turku Shipyard in Finland. The vessel was launched on April 2008 and began its service on May 2008.
17. Oasis of the Seas
Year: 2009
Class: Oasis
The first ship in the Oasis class was built by STX Europe. Oasis of the Seas was launched in 2008 and a year later on December 2009, it began its service to the public.
18. Allure of the Seas
Year: 2010
Class: Oasis
Allure of the Seas made its maiden voyage on December 2010. The vessel was built by STX Europe, the construction began on December 2008. The design was completed on October 2010.
19. Quantum of the Seas
Year: 2014
Class Quantum
The lead cruise ship of Quantum class was made by Meyer Werft. The construction of the vessel started on August 2013 and was completed on October 2014.
It made its first sail on November 2014.
20. Anthem of the Seas
Year: 2015
Class: Quantum
Anthem of the Seas was constructed by Meyer Werft on November 2013. The vessel was completed on April 2015 and made its maiden voyage on April 22, 2015.
21. Harmony of the Seas
Year: 2016
Class: Oasis
Harmony of the Seas was made by the ship-building company named Chantiers de l'Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France. The cruise ship was launched on June 2015.
The Oasis-class ship began its service in May 2016.
22. Ovation of the Seas
Year: 2016
Class: Quantum
Ovation of the Seas made its maiden voyage on April 14, 2016. The ship was built by Meyer Werft. The construction of the vessel began on March 2015 and was completed on April 2016.
The ship was christened by Fan Bingbing.
23. Symphony of the Seas
Year: 2018
Class: Oasis
Symphony of the Seas began its service in April 2018. The vessel was built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique and it was launched on June 2017.
The ship construction was finished on March 2018.
24. Spectrum of the Seas
Year: 2021
Class: Quantum Ultra
Spectrum of the Seas was made by Meyer Werft. The creation of the ship began on November 2017 and was launched on February 2019.
It is the first ship of the Quantum Ultra class. It made its maiden voyage on April 2019.
25. Odyssey of the Seas
Year: 2022
Class: Quantum Ultra
Odyssey of the Seas began its services in July 2021. The last ship of the Quantum Ultra class was built by Meyer Werft. The vessel was launched on November 2020.
26. Wonder of the Seas
Year: 2022
Class: Oasis
The Wonder of the Seas was made by Chantiers de l'Atlantique. The construction of the Oasis-class ship started on May 2019.
The building of the cruise ship was completed on January 2022 and made its maiden voyage on March 2022.
27. Icon of the Seas
Year: 2024
Class: Icon
Icon of the Seas is being built by Meyer Turku. The construction began on April 2022 and was introduced to the world on December 2022.
It is known that the Icon class ship will provide its services in early 2024.
Royal Caribbean Ships For Families
Here's the list of the ships that are great for the family vacation. Create fun and happy memories with your loved ones as you enjoy your cruise ship vacation.
- Harmony of the Seas
- Quantum of the Seas
- Oasis of the Seas
- Navigator of the Seas
- Voyager of the Seas
- Freedom of the Seas
- Wonder of the Seas
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