Princess Cruise Ships By Age: From New To Old (2026)

Princess Cruises began operations with a single vessel sailing to Mexico in 1965. Now, the cruise line operates a 17-ship fleet that travels to more than 345 destinations worldwide. Princess' ships boast ever-evolving amenities and offerings that cater to a variety of travelers, from families looking for kid-friendly activities and engaging shows to couples seeking relaxing spa treatments and gourmet dining options. Keep reading to learn more about the newest and oldest Princess cruise ships and the standout features you can look forward to when sailing.

Inaugural sail date: October 2025
Last refurbished: N/A
Sails to: Alaska and Caribbean

• Bellini's Cocktail Bar and Spellbound by Magic Castle for drinks
• Vegas-caliber casino
• Love by Britto art-dining experience and three-story Dining Room
• Splash pad, jogging track and multisports court at the SkyDeck Sports Court & Track

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Inaugural sail date: October 2024
Last refurbished: N/A
Sails to: Caribbean and Mediterranean

• Crown Grill for cooked-to-order steaks, Sabatini's Italian Trattoria for handmade pasta and The Catch by Rudi for fresh seafood
• Musical performances include "Fiera!" and "Viva La Música"
• The Lotus Spa for relaxing treatments
• Firefly Park for kids, Neon Grove for tweens and the Underground for teens

U.S. News overall rating: 4.25 out of 5

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Inaugural sail date: March 2022
Last refurbished: November 2025
Sails to: Alaska, Mexico and California

• Sky Suites boast 270-degree views
• Top-deck parties with lively drinking and dancing
• The Sanctuary offers adults a serene place to relax and indulge in alfresco massages
• Good Spirits at Sea mixes up creative cocktails with local ingredients

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Inaugural sail date: November 2021
Last refurbished: Undergoing refurbishment now through May 2026
Sails to: Caribbean and Mediterranean

• Chef's Table Lumiere for Champagne, hors d'oeuvres and a multicourse dinner
• Connecting staterooms and Two Bedroom Family Suites sleep up to eight guests
• The Enclave at Lotus Spa features a hammam, a hydrotherapy pool and a thermal suite
• Cabaret performances, concerts, and comedy and game shows at Princess Live

U.S. News overall rating: 4.10

Inaugural sail date: October 2019
Last refurbished: May 2023
Sails to: Caribbean and Europe

• Open-air amphitheater showcases concerts, feature films and sporting events
• Kid-friendly activities include dance classes, rocket building and pajama movie nights 
• Good Spirits At Sea for creative cocktails; Vines Wine Bar for wine and Champagne 
• Four pools and eight hot tubs

U.S. News overall rating: 4.25

Inaugural sail date: March 2017
Last refurbished: April 2025
Sails to: Caribbean, Canada, New England, Europe and trans-Atlantic

• Indoor Hollywood Pool Club features a freshwater pool, hot tubs and bar area
• O'Malley's Irish Pub, Alfredo's Pizzeria and Crab Shack for dining
• Lotus Spa offers treatments and an aromatherapy thermal suite
• Piano bar and nightclub for singing and dancing

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

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Inaugural sail date: May 2014
Last refurbished: April 2025
Sails to: Caribbean

• Princess WaterColor Fantasy light and water show
• Glass-floor walkway, Seawalk, reaches 28 feet past the ship's edge
• Prego Pizzeria for pies, Trident Grill for hot dogs and hamburgers, and Swirls Ice Cream Bar for ice cream cones
• Movies Under the Stars at the poolside amphitheater

U.S. News overall rating: 3.90

Inaugural sail date: June 2013
Last refurbished: December 2018
Sails to: Alaska, Mexico, Asia and Australia

• Two specialty restaurants with menus created by Michelin-star chefs
• Day and night top-deck parties with dancing, drinking and live music
• Hosted events for kids, from talent shows to treasure hunts
• Private cabanas in The Sanctuary and by the Retreat Pool

U.S. News overall rating: 3.95

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Inaugural sail date: November 2008
Last refurbished: October 2023
Sails to: Alaska, Hawaii, California, Canada and Mexico

• The Salty Dog Gastropub for live music, pub fare and drinks
• Skywalkers Nightclub for dancing to DJ-spun beats
• Princess Theater showcases original productions
• Age-appropriate activities include stargazing, sports competitions and talent shows

U.S. News overall rating: 4.0

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Inaugural sail date: April 2007
Last refurbished: April 2025
Sails to: Alaska, California, Mexico and Canada

• Watering holes include Vines Wine Bar, Good Spirits At Sea and Crooners
• The Sanctuary for quiet, adults-only lounging
• Club Fusion for live performances, theme nights and karaoke contests
• Four pools and seven whirlpools

U.S. News overall rating: 4.0

Inaugural sail date: June 2006
Last refurbished: December 2025
Sails to: Alaska, Caribbean, Mexico, Panama Canal and Australia

• Three-story European-inspired Piazza features street performers, boutiques and eateries
• Special areas for youngsters ages 3 to 7, 8 to 12 and 13 to 17
• Large casino
• Wheelhouse Bar, Crooners, Good Spirits At Sea and Vines Wine Bar for drinks

U.S. News overall rating: 4.05

Inaugural sail date: May 2004
Last refurbished: October 2025
Sails to: Mediterranean, Asia, Canada, New England and Europe

• Art gallery, art history lectures and art auctions
• Golf putting and lawn games on the Lawn Court
• Skywalkers Nightclub and Club Fusion for late-night fun
• Churrascaria Brazilian Grill for international fare, Makoto Ocean for Japanese dishes and Crab Shack for seafood

U.S. News overall rating: 4.05

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Inaugural sail date: April 2004
Last refurbished: April 2022
Sails to: Caribbean and Panama Canal

• Sports Deck and Princess Links Golf Putting Course
• Reef Family Splash Zone, five pools and seven hot tubs
• Club Fusion hosts karaoke contests, live performances and theme parties 
• Pasta at Sabatini's Italian Trattoria, steaks at Crown Grill and barbecue at Planks BBQ

U.S. News overall rating: 3.75

Inaugural sail date: March 2004
Last refurbished: February 2019
Sails to: Asia

• Makoto Ocean for Japanese cuisine; Churascaria Brazilian Grill for South American flavors and Brazilian-inspired cocktails
• Activities and events for kids, tweens and teens include theme nights, talent shows and movie nights
• Hot tubs, ping-pong tables, a pool and a bar at The Conservatory
• The largest traditional Izumi Japanese Bath at sea

U.S. News overall rating: 3.81

Inaugural sail date: July 2003
Last refurbished: September 2024
Sails to: Alaska, Caribbean, Panama Canal, California, Canada and Mediterranean

• Crooners bar for piano music and signature martinis
• Lotus Spa offers ocean wraps, aroma stone therapy massages, manicures and more
• Swirls Ice Cream Bar for ice cream and coffee
• Princess Theater features original productions

U.S. News overall rating: 3.85

Inaugural sail date: January 2003
Last refurbished: November 2024
Sails to: Caribbean, Panama Canal, Alaska and Canada

• Movies Under the Stars at the poolside amphitheater
• Enjoy cooking demonstrations, theatrical productions and enrichment lectures at the art deco-style Universe Lounge
• Wheelhouse Bar, Crooners and Good Spirits At Sea for wines, beers and cocktails
• Conservatory hosts a freshwater pool, hot tubs, ping-pong tables and a bar

U.S. News overall rating: 3.90

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Inaugural sail date: May 1998
Last refurbished: May 2025
Sails to: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand

• The One5 for dancing and drinking
• Alfredo's Pizzeria, The Salty Dog Gastropub and Crab Shack
• The Sanctuary offers an adults-only space to relax
• Vegas-style casino

U.S. News overall rating: 3.70

A note about U.S. News overall ratings: U.S. News ranks the best Princess cruise ships based on an analysis of reviews, expert scores and health ratings. In addition to outlining details on these Princess ships by age, we've also provided the U.S. News overall rating (out of 5). Read more about the methodology on how we rank cruise lines and ships, or explore the full list of the Best Princess Cruise Ships.