Grand class · Princess · In service since 2006
Crown Princess
Crown Princess is a Grand class cruise ship operated by Princess, in service since 2006. At about 113,561 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,114 guests and ranks #13 by size in the 17-ship Princess fleet we cover.
- 113,561 gross tons
- 3,114 guests
- 951 ft long
Photo: CB2379 at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Princess Cruises
- Ship class
- Grand class
- Entered service
- 2006 (20 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 113,561
- Guests
- 3,114
- Length
- 951 ft (289.9 m)
- Beam (width)
- 159 ft (48.5 m)
- Speed
- 24 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Bermuda
- IMO number
- 9293399
About Crown Princess
Crown Princess, delivered in 2006, introduced a refined version of the Grand-class design and with it The Piazza, an atrium turned into a European-style plaza with street performers, the round-the-clock International Café and live music. The pool decks, Movies Under the Stars screen and The Sanctuary adults-only retreat follow the Grand-class pattern, and Crown Grill and Sabatini’s handle specialty dining. Crown Princess has sailed widely, from the Caribbean to Northern Europe and the West Coast. It suits cruisers who want a calm, traditional Princess cruise where good food and evening shows matter more than thrill rides.
Best for: Travelers who want a relaxed, traditional Princess ship with good dining and entertainment.
Crown Princess highlights
- The Piazza, the plaza-style atrium that debuted on this ship
- International Café, open around the clock
- Movies Under the Stars
- The Sanctuary adults-only retreat
- Crown Grill steakhouse
How Crown Princess compares in size
- Star Princess177,800
- Sun Princess175,500
- Enchanted Princess145,281
- Discovery Princess145,000
- Sky Princess145,000
- Majestic Princess144,216
- Regal Princess142,714
- Royal Princess142,714
- Diamond Princess115,906
- Sapphire Princess115,875
- Ruby Princess113,561
- Emerald Princess113,561
- Crown Princess113,561
- Caribbean Princess112,894
- Grand Princess108,806
- Island Princess92,822
- Coral Princess91,627
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Grand class sister ships
Sailing with Princess
Princess Cruises is a mid-priced, relaxed line known for Alaska, smooth MedallionClass technology and a calm, grown-up atmosphere with traditional touches. It sails almost everywhere, from Glacier Bay to Japan and the Mediterranean. It suits couples, retirees and multigenerational families who want comfort without big-ship thrills, less so travelers hunting for water parks or nightlife.
Read our full Princess guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Crown Princess FAQs
How big is Crown Princess?
Crown Princess measures about 113,561 gross tons and is about 951 feet (290 m) long. That makes it #13 of 17 Princess ships we cover by tonnage, and #103 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Crown Princess carry?
About 3,114 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 Crown Princess built?
Crown Princess entered service in 2006 and was built by Fincantieri. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.
What class of ship is Crown Princess?
Crown Princess belongs to Princess's Grand class, alongside Ruby Princess, Emerald Princess, Caribbean Princess, Sapphire Princess, Diamond Princess, Grand Princess. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Crown Princess good for families?
Princess runs kids and teen clubs for ages 3 to 17, split by age, with science, art, games and Alaska-focused Junior Ranger activities on sailings there. The Sphere class’s Park19 adds a family play zone. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Crown Princess offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Princess official site.