Conquest class · Carnival · In service since 2007
Carnival Freedom
Carnival Freedom is a Conquest class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2007. At about 110,000 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,980 guests and ranks #17 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 110,000 gross tons
- 2,980 guests
- 952 ft long
Photo: Pete Markham, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Conquest class
- Entered service
- 2007 (19 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 110,000
- Guests
- 2,980
- Length
- 952 ft (290.2 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9333149
About Carnival Freedom
Carnival Freedom, the last of the five Conquest-class ships, entered service in 2007 and shares the class’s practical, family-friendly layout. Refurbishments brought Fun Ship 2.0 venues such as Guy’s Burger Joint, the BlueIguana Cantina and the Alchemy Bar, plus the RedFrog Rum Bar by the pool. Freedom has sailed short and mid-length Caribbean itineraries from several Gulf and Florida ports. It’s a straightforward way to get Carnival’s lively pool deck, comedy club and late-night energy on a shorter trip, without paying a premium for a recent build.
Best for: Cruisers who want a no-frills, fun Carnival trip and care more about the vibe than the latest attractions.
Carnival Freedom highlights
- Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina
- Alchemy Bar cocktail pharmacy
- RedFrog Rum Bar
- Punchliner Comedy Club
- WaterWorks with waterslides
How Carnival Freedom 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.
Conquest 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 Freedom FAQs
How big is Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Freedom measures about 110,000 gross tons and is about 952 feet (290 m) long. That makes it #17 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #113 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Freedom carry?
About 2,980 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 Freedom built?
Carnival Freedom entered service in 2007 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Freedom belongs to Carnival's Conquest class, alongside Carnival Conquest, Carnival Glory, Carnival Valor, Carnival Liberty. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Freedom 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 Freedom 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.