Dream class · Carnival · In service since 2012
Carnival Breeze
Carnival Breeze is a Dream class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2012. At about 130,000 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,690 guests and ranks #11 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 130,000 gross tons
- 3,690 guests
- 1,003 ft long
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Dream class
- Entered service
- 2012 (14 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 130,000
- Guests
- 3,690
- Length
- 1,003 ft (305.6 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9555723
About Carnival Breeze
Carnival Breeze, delivered in 2012, was the final Dream-class ship and arrived with many of Carnival’s Fun Ship 2.0 venues already on board, including Guy’s Burger Joint, the BlueIguana Cantina and the RedFrog Rum Bar. It also has Bonsai Sushi and the Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse. The Lanai wraps around the ship for outdoor strolls, and the WaterWorks slides and SportSquare ropes course keep families busy. Breeze has sailed from both Texas and Florida, often on week-long Western Caribbean routes, and it’s a good-value way to get a full Carnival experience.
Best for: Families and friend groups who want a classic Carnival Caribbean week with lots of casual dining.
Carnival Breeze highlights
- Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina on the Lido Deck
- Bonsai Sushi restaurant
- Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse
- WaterWorks with long waterslides
- SportSquare ropes course
How Carnival Breeze compares in size
- Carnival Celebration183,521
- Carnival Jubilee183,521
- Mardi Gras181,808
- Carnival Venezia135,500
- Carnival Firenze135,156
- Carnival Vista133,500
- Carnival Horizon133,500
- Carnival Panorama133,500
- Carnival Dream130,000
- Carnival Magic130,000
- Carnival Breeze130,000
- Carnival Splendor113,300
- Carnival Conquest110,000
- Carnival Glory110,000
- Carnival Valor110,000
- Carnival Liberty110,000
- Carnival Freedom110,000
- Carnival Encounter108,977
- Carnival Adventure108,806
- Carnival Sunshine102,853
- Carnival Sunrise101,509
- Carnival Radiance101,509
- Carnival Luminosa92,720
- Carnival Pride88,500
- Carnival Legend88,500
- Carnival Miracle88,500
- Carnival Spirit85,920
- Carnival Elation71,909
- Carnival Paradise70,367
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Dream class sister ships
Sailing with Carnival
Carnival Cruise Line is America’s budget-friendly “Fun Ship” brand: casual, sociable and packed with free food, comedy and pool-deck parties. It sails from more US ports than almost any other line, which makes short Caribbean, Bahamas and Mexico getaways easy to reach. It suits families, groups and value seekers, less so travelers wanting quiet elegance or fine dining.
Read our full Carnival guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Carnival Breeze FAQs
How big is Carnival Breeze?
Carnival Breeze measures about 130,000 gross tons and is about 1,003 feet (306 m) long. That makes it #11 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #85 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Breeze carry?
About 3,690 guests, according to Wikidata's record for the ship. Cruise lines usually quote capacity at two guests per cabin; with third and fourth berths filled, the maximum is higher.
When was Carnival Breeze built?
Carnival Breeze entered service in 2012 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Carnival Breeze?
Carnival Breeze belongs to Carnival's Dream class, alongside Carnival Dream, Carnival Magic. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Breeze good for families?
Camp Ocean runs free supervised activities for kids aged 2 to 11 in age groups, Circle C is for 12- to 14-year-olds and Club O2 is for teens 15 to 17. Night Owls offers paid late-evening group babysitting. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Carnival Breeze offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Carnival official site.