Excel class · Carnival · In service since 2023
Carnival Jubilee
Carnival Jubilee is an Excel class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2023. At about 183,521 gross tons, it carries roughly 5,228 guests and ranks #2 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 183,521 gross tons
- 5,228 guests
Photo: Ein Dahmer, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Excel class
- Entered service
- 2023 (3 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 183,521
- Guests
- 5,228
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- IMO number
- 9851737
About Carnival Jubilee
Carnival Jubilee, the third Excel-class ship, debuted in December 2023 and was built for Galveston, giving Texas cruisers one of Carnival’s largest ships on seven-night Western Caribbean routes to ports such as Cozumel, Roatán and Costa Maya. Unlike its two Finnish-built sisters, it came from Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany. The layout follows the Excel formula, with BOLT on the top deck, the three-deck Grand Central atrium and an aft Summer Landing zone, plus Rudi’s Seagrill for seafood. Expect a full, family-heavy ship during Texas school holidays and spring break.
Best for: Texas and Gulf Coast families who want Carnival’s biggest ship without flying to Florida.
Carnival Jubilee highlights
- BOLT, the roller coaster that runs around the top deck
- Rudi’s Seagrill seafood restaurant
- Summer Landing, an aft deck zone with a pool and Guy’s Pig & Anchor smokehouse
- Ultimate Playground, with waterslides and the WaterWorks splash area
- Grand Central, the three-deck atrium and evening entertainment hub
How Carnival Jubilee 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.
Excel 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.
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Carnival Jubilee FAQs
How big is Carnival Jubilee?
Carnival Jubilee measures about 183,521 gross tons. That makes it #2 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #20 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Jubilee carry?
About 5,228 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 Jubilee built?
Carnival Jubilee entered service in 2023 and was built by Meyer Werft. It's one of the newest ships at sea.
What class of ship is Carnival Jubilee?
Carnival Jubilee belongs to Carnival's Excel class, alongside Mardi Gras, Carnival Celebration. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Jubilee 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 Jubilee 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.