Breakaway class · Norwegian · In service since 2014
Norwegian Getaway
Norwegian Getaway is a Breakaway class cruise ship operated by Norwegian, in service since 2014. At about 145,655 gross tons, it carries roughly 4,028 guests and ranks #8 by size in the 20-ship Norwegian fleet we cover.
- 145,655 gross tons
- 4,028 guests
- 1,069 ft long
Photo: Dickelbers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Breakaway class
- Entered service
- 2014 (12 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 145,655
- Guests
- 4,028
- Length
- 1,069 ft (325.7 m)
- Speed
- 21 knots
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- The Bahamas
- IMO number
- 9606924
About Norwegian Getaway
Norwegian Getaway, delivered in 2014, is the Miami-themed sister of Norwegian Breakaway, with hull art by Miami artist David “LEBO” Le Batard and South Florida flavor in its venues. It shares the Breakaway class’s Waterfront promenade on Deck 8, an Aqua Park with freefall slides, a ropes course and The Haven suite complex. Getaway introduced the Illusionarium, a magic-themed dinner theater. Its layout puts many bars and restaurants in a compact, walkable stretch, so it’s easy to hop from dinner to a show to a late-night lounge. Expect a social, high-energy crowd.
Best for: Friend groups and couples who want a lively, nightlife-rich ship with flexible dining.
Norwegian Getaway highlights
- Hull art by Miami artist David “LEBO” Le Batard
- The Waterfront outdoor promenade
- Aqua Park with freefall waterslides
- Ropes course above the pool deck
- Spice H2O, an adults-only deck at the stern
How Norwegian Getaway 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 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.
Read our full Norwegian guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Norwegian Getaway FAQs
How big is Norwegian Getaway?
Norwegian Getaway measures about 145,655 gross tons and is about 1,069 feet (326 m) long. That makes it #8 of 20 Norwegian ships we cover by tonnage, and #49 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Norwegian Getaway carry?
About 4,028 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 Getaway built?
Norwegian Getaway entered service in 2014 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is Norwegian Getaway?
Norwegian Getaway belongs to Norwegian's Breakaway class, alongside Norwegian Breakaway. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Norwegian Getaway 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 Getaway 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.