Grand class · Princess · In service since 2007
Emerald Princess
Emerald Princess is a Grand class cruise ship operated by Princess, in service since 2007. At about 113,561 gross tons, it carries roughly 3,114 guests and ranks #12 by size in the 17-ship Princess fleet we cover.
- 113,561 gross tons
- 3,114 guests
- 948 ft long
Photo: Holger.Ellgaard, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Princess Cruises
- Ship class
- Grand class
- Entered service
- 2007 (19 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 113,561
- Guests
- 3,114
- Length
- 948 ft (289 m)
- Speed
- 22 knots
- Builder
- Fincantieri
- Flag
- Bermuda
- IMO number
- 9333151
About Emerald Princess
Emerald Princess, from 2007, is the middle of the three Crown-style Grand-class ships, so it shares Crown Princess’s Piazza atrium, with the International Café, street-style entertainment and live music. On the top deck, The Sanctuary offers an adults-only escape with cabanas and attentive service, while Movies Under the Stars draws people to the main pool at night with blankets and popcorn. Its many smaller lounges help spread guests out on sea days. Expect a calm, traditional cruise with a mostly adult crowd outside school holidays and few of the flashy extras found on newer ships.
Best for: Couples and mature travelers who want a calm, traditional Princess cruise.
Emerald Princess highlights
- The Piazza with live performances and the International Café
- Movies Under the Stars with blankets and popcorn
- The Sanctuary with private cabanas
- Crown Grill and Sabatini’s
- Lotus Spa and fitness center
How Emerald 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 →
Emerald Princess FAQs
How big is Emerald Princess?
Emerald Princess measures about 113,561 gross tons and is about 948 feet (289 m) long. That makes it #12 of 17 Princess ships we cover by tonnage, and #102 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Emerald 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 Emerald Princess built?
Emerald Princess entered service in 2007 and was built by Fincantieri.
What class of ship is Emerald Princess?
Emerald Princess belongs to Princess's Grand class, alongside Ruby Princess, Crown Princess, Caribbean Princess, Sapphire Princess, Diamond Princess, Grand Princess. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Emerald 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 Emerald 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.