Dream class · Carnival · In service since 2011
Carnival Magic
Carnival Magic is a Dream class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2011. At about 130,000 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,690 guests and ranks #10 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 130,000 gross tons
- 3,690 guests
- 1,004 ft long
Photo: Miguelftorres, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Dream class
- Entered service
- 2011 (15 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 130,000
- Guests
- 3,690
- Length
- 1,004 ft (306 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9378486
About Carnival Magic
Carnival Magic, the 2011 Dream-class ship, was the first to feature several Carnival staples: Cucina del Capitano, the family-style Italian restaurant; RedFrog Pub, a Caribbean-themed bar with its own ThirstyFrog beer; and SportSquare, an open-air sports area with a ropes course. Like its sisters, it has the Lanai wraparound promenade and a WaterWorks park with long slides. Magic has sailed from several US ports, mostly on Caribbean routes. It’s a dependable ship for families and friend groups who want Carnival’s energy without the busiest new ships.
Best for: Families and friends who want a lively, well-rounded Carnival ship at a comfortable size.
Carnival Magic highlights
- Cucina del Capitano, a family-style Italian restaurant
- RedFrog Pub with its private-label ThirstyFrog beer
- SportSquare with a ropes course and mini-golf
- The Lanai outdoor promenade
- WaterWorks with waterslides
How Carnival Magic 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 Magic FAQs
How big is Carnival Magic?
Carnival Magic measures about 130,000 gross tons and is about 1,004 feet (306 m) long. That makes it #10 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #84 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Magic 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 Magic built?
Carnival Magic entered service in 2011 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Carnival Magic?
Carnival Magic belongs to Carnival's Dream class, alongside Carnival Dream, Carnival Breeze. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Magic 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 Magic 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.