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Royal Caribbean Ships By Size 2026

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Royal Caribbean's ships are massive – often referred to as floating cities. The size of these ships ranges from 73,817 to 248,663 gross tons (gross ton is a measurement of a ship’s total internal volume). While the larger ships typically have more features, more dining options, more entertainment venues and more pools, the smaller ships may offer more varied itineraries, more personalized service and more opportunities to retreat from crowds. No matter which ship you choose, Royal Caribbean's large, midsize and small ships all provide plenty of onboard amenities to make for a fun vacation at sea. Read on to learn more about the largest (and smallest) Royal Caribbean ships.

Gross tonnage: 248,663
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,610
Sails to: Europe and Caribbean

  • 25-plus eateries and bars on board
  • Two-story Overlook Bar with sea views, Bubbles Champagne bar and dueling pianos entertainment
  • Six waterslides; several pools and whirlpools; dunk buckets; mini slides and a swim-up pool bar
  • "Crown's Edge" skywalk obstacle course

Gross tonnage: 248,663
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,610
Sails to: Caribbean

  • "Back to the Future: The Musical," adult comedy shows and AquaTheater performances
  • Surfside family neighborhood with playground and kids water park
  • Lincoln Park Supper Club dinner theater with music 
  • Infinity pool at adults-only Hideaway and massive Category 6 water park for families

U.S. News overall rating: 4.62 out of 5

Gross tonnage: 248,663
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,610
Sails to: Caribbean and Mexico

  • Most sailings include a stop at private island: Perfect Day at CocoCay
  • Variety of dining venues, from an upscale supper club to quick poolside eateries
  • Seven pools, six waterslides, mini-golf, rock climbing and an escape room
  • Ice skating shows and "The Wizard of Oz" musical

U.S. News overall rating: 4.70

Gross tonnage: 236,473
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,668
Sails to: Caribbean

  • Multiple outstanding Vegas-style shows, plus karaoke
  • Eight hot tubs, five pools, three waterslides
  • More than 20 dining spots to choose from
  • Short, weekend getaways to popular Caribbean ports

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 235,600
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,734
Sails to: Caribbean

  • All-female "inTENse" acrobatic and aquatic show at the AquaTheater
  • Central Park neighborhood and Solarium are chill areas away from crowds
  • Boozy brunch at The Mason Jar Southern Restaurant & Bar and Chops Grille for steak
  • Wonder Playscape play area for kids

U.S. News overall rating: 4.35

Gross tonnage: 228,081
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,518
Sails to: Caribbean

  • "Hairspray" musical
  • 19 dining options available, including Hooked Seafood and Sorrento's Pizza
  • Rising Tide bar, which moves up and down between decks
  • Glow-in-the-dark laser tag, surf simulator and indoor ice skating rink

U.S. News overall rating: 4.0

Gross tonnage: 226,963
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,479
Sails to: Europe and Caribbean

  • Balconies in more than 70% of cabins 
  • The Perfect Storm trio of waterslides, plus a zip line
  • Live orchestra, ice skating and AquaTheater shows, musical productions and casino
  • Wonderland specialty restaurant, serving up creative cuisine, and Izumi for sushi and hibachi

U.S. News overall rating: 4.45

Gross tonnage: 226,838
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,602
Sails to: Caribbean

  • 25-plus venues on board for food and drinks
  • Large karaoke venue
  • Ultimate Abyss (tallest dry slide at sea) and space-themed escape room
  • Waterslides, multiple pools, water cannons, fountains and hot tubs

U.S. News overall rating: 4.15

Gross tonnage: 225,282
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 5,718
Sails to: Caribbean, Honduras and Mexico

  • One of the most recently renovated ships (spring 2025), with new eateries and amenities
  • Talented "Mamma Mia!" musical cast
  • Playmakers Bar & Arcade; Pesky Parrot cocktail bar; and El Loco Fresh for authentic Mexican cuisine
  • Numerous pools, waterslides and Splashaway Bay water park

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 169,379
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 4,246
Sails to: Asia

  • Bionic Bar with robot bartenders mixing up drinks
  • RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator
  • Karaoke, live music performances, dance classes and game shows
  • Sichuan Red specialty restaurant, exclusive to this ship

Gross tonnage: 168,666
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 4,182
Sails to: Alaska, California and Mexico

  • Expanded casino and venues with live music and DJs
  • Skydiving simulator, Broadway-style shows and SeaPlex indoor activity club
  • Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver for Tuscan-inspired cuisine, a must-visit restaurant
  • Comfortable cabins with ample storage

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 168,666
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 4,180
Sails to: Alaska, Australia and New Zealand

  • "We Will Rock You" musical
  • North Star glass-enclosed observation capsule offering 360-degree views
  • More than a dozen dining venues, including Chef's Table and Johnny Rockets
  • Plenty of pools and hot tubs to enjoy

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 168,666
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 4,180
Sails to: Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska and Australia

  • Numerous eateries dishing out everything from Italian and steakhouse fare to Japanese and casual cuisine
  • Rock climbing wall and FlowRider surf simulator
  • Variety of itineraries to choose from
  • Outdoor movie nights

U.S. News overall rating: 4.25

Gross tonnage: 167,704
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 4,198
Sails to: Europe and Caribbean

  • Bumper cars, laser tag and pickleball at the SeaPlex
  • Dining venues range from an upscale steakhouse and Chef's Table experience to casual bites by the pool
  • Pools, water park and splash pad for kids
  • Showgirl performance and "The Effectors" superhero show

U.S. News overall rating: 4.40

Gross tonnage: 156,271
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,926
Sails to: Caribbean

  • Surf simulator, dual racing waterslides and large cantilevered whirlpools
  • Johnny Rockets for shakes and burgers, and Giovanni's Italian Kitchen for Italian fare
  • Lime & Coconut pool deck with bars, live music and DJs
  • Boleros Latin-themed club for dancing and Schooner Bar for cocktails and piano performances

U.S. News overall rating: 4.15

Gross tonnage: 154,407
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,858
Sails to: Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada and New England

  • Four pools, seven Jacuzzis, rock climbing wall and ice skating rink
  • Fish & Ships seafood eatery, Chops Grille steakhouse and Sugar Beach candy shop
  • Perfect Storm waterslides and interactive water park
  • Vintages wine bar, Schooner Bar for piano performances and drinks, and multiple original performances

U.S. News overall rating: 4.05

Gross tonnage: 154,407
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,798
Sails to: Europe, Caribbean, Mexico, Honduras and Belize

  • Tidal Wave (first boomerang-style slide at sea)
  • Cupcake Cupboard for treats and cupcake-designing classes
  • Specialty Chef's Table restaurant and Izumi for Japanese food
  • "Saturday Night Fever" show and an escape room

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 139,999
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,368
Sails to: Mexico

  • The Blaster water coaster and Riptide mat racer waterslide
  • Ice skating and ballroom dancing shows 
  • The Bamboo Room tiki lounge for fun drinks and Jamie's Italian by Jamie Oliver for Tuscan dishes
  • Resort-style pool deck with numerous pools and whirlpools

U.S. News overall rating: 4.05

Gross tonnage: 139,863
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,344
Sails to: Caribbean and Mexico

  • The Bamboo Room tiki bar 
  • Laser tag, surf simulator, kids clubs, and multiple pools and hot tubs
  • Bottomless Galley Brunch
  • Johnny Rockets for burgers and shakes, and Chops Grille for steak specialties

U.S. News overall rating: 4.15

Gross tonnage: 137,308
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,286
Sails to: Europe and Caribbean

  • Poolside movie nights under the stars
  • Salsa dancing, nightclubs and pub performances
  • FlowRider surf simulator, waterslides and pool parties with DJs
  • Chic, retro R Bar for drinks, and Izumi for sushi and flavorful Asian entrees

U.S. News overall rating: 4.10

Gross tonnage: 137,276
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,114
Sails to: Caribbean and Mexico

  • Game shows, Latin dance lessons and pickleball
  • Cyclone and Typhoon twin racer waterslides, plus Splashaway Bay water park
  • 24/7 Cafe Promenade eatery serving a variety of food
  • Roughly 60% of cabins provide ocean views

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 137,276
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 3,602
Sails to: Alaska and Mexico

  • Newly redesigned kids club areas
  • "Broadway Rhythm & Rhyme" and "Music in Pictures" evening entertainment
  • Waterslides, pool parties and hot tubs
  • Chops Grille steakhouse and Chef's Table for specialty dinners

U.S. News overall rating: 4.30

Gross tonnage: 90,090
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,191
Sails to: Caribbean, Mexico, Honduras and Belize

  • Dive-in movie nights, plus rock climbing and mini-golf
  • Smaller ship means fewer crowds on board
  • Many Broadway-style musical and dance shows for entertainment
  • Floor-to-ceiling glass walls for ocean viewing

U.S. News overall rating: 3.95

Gross tonnage: 90,090
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,143
Sails to: Caribbean, Mexico and Honduras

  • Glass-walled dining rooms and bars with excellent sea views 
  • Adventure Beach splash zone for kids and Solarium adults-only indoor/outdoor area with whirlpools
  • "City of Dreams" theater production and '70s disco parties
  • Brazilian specialties at Samba Grill and Izumi for fresh sushi

U.S. News overall rating: 3.95

Gross tonnage: 90,090
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,143
Sails to: Alaska, Mexico, Pacific Coast and Panama Canal

  • Musicals, dancing under the stars and piano bar singalongs
  • Rock climbing wall and mini-golf course
  • Classic Italian fare at Giovanni's Italian Kitchen and panoramic views with drinks at Viking Crown Lounge
  • Pool with retractable roof; outdoor poolside movies

U.S. News overall rating: 4.0

Gross tonnage: 90,090
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,142
Sails to: Europe and Bahamas

  • Rock climbing wall, mini-golf and arcade with games
  • Vintages wine bar and English pub
  • Chef's Table for a VIP experience, R Bar for classic cocktails, Izumi for sushi and Chops Grille for steakhouse dining
  • Elevators with large windows offering sea views

U.S. News overall rating: 3.85

Gross tonnage: 82,910
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,252
Sails to: Caribbean and Mexico

  • Café Latte-tudes for coffee and snacks, Park Cafe for deli sandwiches and Windjammer for global flavors
  • Multiple pools, kids splash area and teen hangout
  • Four bungee trampolines
  • Boleros Latin-themed lounge, live orchestra and dancing under the stars

U.S. News overall rating: 3.85

Gross tonnage: 78,878
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,040
Sails to: Caribbean

  • Vitality Spa with ample treatment options and a salon for hair and nail services
  • Plenty of pools and Jacuzzis
  • Food experiences range from satisfying meals in the Main Dining Room to the Chef's Table for intimate specialty dining
  • Evening entertainment includes ballroom performances, live music and game shows

U.S. News overall rating: 4.10

Gross tonnage: 78,340
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 2,050
Sails to: Caribbean

  • Multiple pools and a casino
  • Global dining options, including Japanese, Italian and steakhouse fare
  • Game shows, movies under the stars and Broadway-style productions
  • Solarium adults-only oasis with a pool, whirlpools and a bar

U.S. News overall rating: 4.0

Gross tonnage: 73,817
Total passenger capacity (double occupancy): 1,992
Sails to: Caribbean and Panama

  • Poolside movies and a rock climbing wall
  • Vegas-style casino
  • Wide variety of evening shows and musicals
  • Asian flavors at Izumi and classic Italian fare at Giovanni's

U.S. News overall rating: 3.95

A note about U.S. News overall ratings: U.S. News ranks the best Royal Caribbean cruise ships based on an analysis of reviews, expert scores and health ratings. In addition to outlining details on these Royal Caribbean ships by size, 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 Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships for 2026.

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