Breakaway Plus class · Norwegian · In service since 2018
Norwegian Bliss
Norwegian Bliss is a Breakaway Plus class cruise ship operated by Norwegian, in service since 2018. At about 168,028 gross tons, it carries roughly 4,200 guests and ranks #2 by size in the 20-ship Norwegian fleet we cover.
- 168,028 gross tons
- 4,200 guests
- 1,094 ft long
Photo: Arno Redenius, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Breakaway Plus class
- Entered service
- 2018 (8 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 168,028
- Guests
- 4,200
- Length
- 1,094 ft (333.3 m)
- Beam (width)
- 136 ft (41.4 m)
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- The Bahamas
- IMO number
- 9751509
About Norwegian Bliss
Norwegian Bliss, delivered in 2018, was built with Alaska in mind, with a sweeping Observation Lounge at the bow, a two-level go-kart track and open-air laser tag. It has the Breakaway Plus class’s Waterfront promenade, an Aqua Park with the Ocean Loops slide and The Haven suite complex. Q Texas Smokehouse brings barbecue and live country music. Bliss has spent summers in Alaska and winters in warmer waters, from the Caribbean to the Mexican Riviera, so it suits both scenery-focused and sunshine trips. It is one of Norwegian’s busiest, liveliest ships.
Best for: Active cruisers and families who want an Alaska cruise with as much onboard fun as scenery.
Norwegian Bliss highlights
- Observation Lounge with panoramic views over the bow
- Two-level go-kart track
- Ocean Loops waterslide in the Aqua Park
- Q Texas Smokehouse with live country music
- Open-air laser tag
How Norwegian Bliss compares in size
- Norwegian Encore168,800
- Norwegian Bliss168,028
- Norwegian Joy167,725
- Norwegian Escape165,157
- Norwegian Luna156,300
- Norwegian Epic155,873
- Norwegian Aqua154,140
- Norwegian Getaway145,655
- Norwegian Breakaway145,655
- Norwegian Viva143,535
- Norwegian Prima143,535
- Norwegian Jade93,558
- Norwegian Pearl93,530
- Norwegian Gem93,530
- Norwegian Jewel93,502
- Norwegian Dawn92,250
- Norwegian Star91,740
- Pride of America80,439
- Norwegian Sun78,309
- Norwegian Spirit75,904
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Breakaway Plus class sister ships
Sailing with Norwegian
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) built its identity on Freestyle Cruising: no fixed dinner times, no formal nights and a long list of restaurants you choose from each evening. Its big, modern ships add go-kart tracks, Broadway-style shows and The Haven, a private suite enclave. It suits independent-minded couples, groups and families who like flexibility, less so budget purists who dislike add-on charges.
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Norwegian Bliss FAQs
How big is Norwegian Bliss?
Norwegian Bliss measures about 168,028 gross tons and is about 1,094 feet (333 m) long. That makes it #2 of 20 Norwegian ships we cover by tonnage, and #35 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Norwegian Bliss carry?
About 4,200 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 Norwegian Bliss built?
Norwegian Bliss entered service in 2018 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is Norwegian Bliss?
Norwegian Bliss belongs to Norwegian's Breakaway Plus class, alongside Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Joy, Norwegian Escape. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Norwegian Bliss good for families?
Splash Academy offers free supervised programs for kids 3 to 12, grouped by age, while Entourage gives teens 13 to 17 their own space and activities. Guppies sessions invite parents with babies and toddlers to join in. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Norwegian Bliss offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Norwegian official site.