Vista class · Carnival · In service since 2016
Carnival Vista
Carnival Vista is a Vista class cruise ship operated by Carnival, in service since 2016. At about 133,500 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,934 guests and ranks #6 by size in the 29-ship Carnival fleet we cover.
- 133,500 gross tons
- 3,934 guests
- 1,056 ft long
Photo: antonio from Trieste, Italy, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Vista class
- Entered service
- 2016 (10 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 133,500
- Guests
- 3,934
- Length
- 1,056 ft (322 m)
- Speed
- 18 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Panama
- IMO number
- 9692569
About Carnival Vista
Carnival Vista launched the Vista class in 2016 and introduced several firsts at sea, including SkyRide, a pedal-powered ride on a suspended track high above the deck, an IMAX theater and RedFrog Pub & Brewery, the first brewery on a cruise ship. It also debuted the Havana section, with Cuban-themed cabins and a private pool area, and Family Harbor cabins with their own lounge. Vista has sailed Caribbean itineraries from both Texas and Florida. It’s smaller than the Excel ships but has a similar mix of casual food, slides and late-night energy.
Best for: Active families and couples who want plenty to do and a lively, social atmosphere on a mid-to-large Carnival ship.
Carnival Vista highlights
- SkyRide, a pedal-powered ride along a suspended track
- RedFrog Pub & Brewery with beers brewed on board
- Havana cabins with access to a private Cuban-themed pool and bar
- Kaleid-O-Slide, a raft waterslide
- Family Harbor cabins and a family lounge
How Carnival Vista 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.
Vista 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 Vista FAQs
How big is Carnival Vista?
Carnival Vista measures about 133,500 gross tons and is about 1,056 feet (322 m) long. That makes it #6 of 29 Carnival ships we cover by tonnage, and #77 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Carnival Vista carry?
About 3,934 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 Vista built?
Carnival Vista entered service in 2016 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Carnival Vista?
Carnival Vista belongs to Carnival's Vista class, alongside Carnival Horizon, Carnival Panorama. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Carnival Vista 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 Vista 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.