Conquest class · Carnival · In service since 2005
Carnival Liberty
Carnival Liberty is a Conquest class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2005. At about 110,000 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,974 guests and ranks #16 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 110,000 gross tons
- 2,974 guests
- 952 ft long
Photo: Chargarther, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Conquest class
- Entered service
- 2005 (21 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 110,000
- Guests
- 2,974
- Length
- 952 ft (290.2 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9278181
About Carnival Liberty
Carnival Liberty, the 2005 Conquest-class ship, was the first in the fleet to get Fun Ship 2.0 upgrades in 2011 and has been refreshed since. Today you’ll find Guy’s Burger Joint, the BlueIguana Cantina, the RedFrog Rum Bar and a WaterWorks area with slides, along with Serenity for adults. Liberty has been a fixture on short Bahamas and Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral, so it’s an easy first cruise for families near Orlando. On three- and four-night trips, expect a high-energy pool deck and a mix of families and friend groups.
Best for: Orlando-area families and first-time cruisers who want a quick, lively Bahamas trip.
Carnival Liberty highlights
- Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina, early Fun Ship 2.0 additions
- RedFrog Rum Bar on the pool deck
- WaterWorks with waterslides
- Serenity adults-only retreat
- Camp Ocean kids’ club
How Carnival Liberty 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 Liberty FAQs
How big is Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty measures about 110,000 gross tons and is about 952 feet (290 m) long. That makes it #16 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #112 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Liberty carry?
About 2,974 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 Liberty built?
Carnival Liberty entered service in 2005 and was built by Fincantieri. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.
What class of ship is Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty belongs to Carnival's Conquest class, alongside Carnival Conquest, Carnival Glory, Carnival Valor, Carnival Freedom. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Liberty 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 Liberty 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.