Splendor class · Carnival · In service since 2008
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor is a Splendor class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2008. At about 113,300 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,012 guests and ranks #12 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 113,300 gross tons
- 3,012 guests
- 952 ft long
Photo: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Dylan McCord, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Splendor class
- Entered service
- 2008 (18 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 113,300
- Guests
- 3,012
- Length
- 952 ft (290.2 m)
- Speed
- 21 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9333163
About Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor, from 2008, is a one-off in the fleet, built on a design shared with ships from Carnival’s sister brand Costa. It brought one of the largest spas in the fleet, Cloud 9 Spa, spread across two decks with a thermal suite, and Carnival later added Fun Ship 2.0 venues such as Guy’s Burger Joint and the BlueIguana Cantina. Splendor has spent recent years based in Australia, sailing to the South Pacific, New Zealand and Queensland. North American travelers are most likely to meet it on a fly-away trip down under.
Best for: Travelers combining an Australia vacation with a fun, casual cruise to the South Pacific or New Zealand.
Carnival Splendor highlights
- Cloud 9 Spa, spread over two decks with a thermal suite
- Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina
- WaterWorks with waterslides
- Serenity adults-only retreat
How Carnival Splendor 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.
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 Splendor FAQs
How big is Carnival Splendor?
Carnival Splendor measures about 113,300 gross tons and is about 952 feet (290 m) long. That makes it #12 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #105 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Splendor carry?
About 3,012 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 Splendor built?
Carnival Splendor entered service in 2008 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Carnival Splendor?
Carnival Splendor belongs to Carnival's Splendor class. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Splendor 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 Splendor 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.