Pride of America · Norwegian · In service since 2005
Pride of America
Pride of America is a Pride of America cruise ship operated by Norwegian, in service since 2005. At about 80,439 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,138 guests and ranks #18 by size in the 20-ship Norwegian fleet we cover.
- 80,439 gross tons
- 2,138 guests
- 921 ft long
Photo: Christopher Doyle, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Ship class
- Pride of America
- Entered service
- 2005 (21 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 80,439
- Guests
- 2,138
- Length
- 921 ft (280.6 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- Ingalls Shipbuilding
- Flag
- United States
- IMO number
- 9209221
About Pride of America
Pride of America, from 2005, is unusual: it is a US-flagged ship with a largely American crew, which lets it sail inter-island Hawaii cruises without visiting a foreign port. Its week-long itineraries start and end in Honolulu and include overnight stays in Maui and on Kauai, plus calls on the Big Island, and the ship often sails past the Na Pali Coast and other scenic coastlines. Interiors carry an Americana theme, with spaces named for US landmarks and eras. It’s the most convenient way to see four Hawaiian islands without packing and unpacking.
Best for: Travelers who want to see several Hawaiian islands in one week without flights between them.
Pride of America highlights
- Seven-night inter-island Hawaii itinerary from Honolulu
- Overnights in Maui and Kauai for more time ashore
- Scenic cruising along the Na Pali Coast, weather permitting
- Cadillac Diner, a 1950s-style American diner
- Americana-themed interiors
How Pride of America 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.
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 →
Pride of America FAQs
How big is Pride of America?
Pride of America measures about 80,439 gross tons and is about 921 feet (281 m) long. That makes it #18 of 20 Norwegian ships we cover by tonnage, and #166 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Pride of America carry?
About 2,138 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 Pride of America built?
Pride of America entered service in 2005 and was built by Ingalls Shipbuilding. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.
What class of ship is Pride of America?
Pride of America belongs to Norwegian's Pride of America. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Pride of America 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 Pride of America 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.