Oasis class · Royal Caribbean · In service since 2010
Allure of the Seas
Allure of the Seas is an Oasis class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 2010. At about 225,282 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,200–6,780 guests and ranks #9 by size in the 30-ship Royal Caribbean fleet we cover.
- 225,282 gross tons
- 2,200–6,780 guests
- 1,188 ft long
Photo: Zache, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Royal Caribbean International
- Ship class
- Oasis class
- Entered service
- 2010 (16 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 225,282
- Guests
- 2,200–6,780
- Length
- 1,188 ft (362 m)
- Beam (width)
- 198 ft (60.5 m)
- Speed
- 22 knots
- Builder
- STX Finland
- Flag
- The Bahamas
- IMO number
- 9383948
About Allure of the Seas
Allure of the Seas is the 2010 sister of Oasis of the Seas, and for several years the pair were the largest cruise ships ever built, with Allure famously a couple of inches longer. Its layout follows the Oasis template: Central Park’s greenery and restaurants in the middle, the Boardwalk with its carousel aft, and the Royal Promenade’s pub and cafés below. You’ll find a zip line, twin FlowRider surf simulators and an ice rink, plus the Rising Tide Bar gliding between decks. It lacks some later additions, such as Wonder’s Suite Neighborhood, so think of it as the classic Oasis-class experience.
Best for: Cruisers who want the Oasis-class layout and activities on a ship that is often easier to book than its younger sisters.
Allure of the Seas highlights
- Rising Tide Bar, which moves slowly between the Royal Promenade and Central Park
- Zip line that crosses high above the Boardwalk
- Two FlowRider surf simulators on the sports deck
- AquaTheater at the stern for diving and acrobatic shows
- Central Park, an open-air garden lined with restaurants
How Allure of the Seas compares in size
- Icon of the Seas248,663
- Star of the Seas248,663
- Legend of the Seas248,663
- Utopia of the Seas236,473
- Wonder of the Seas235,600
- Symphony of the Seas228,081
- Harmony of the Seas226,963
- Oasis of the Seas226,838
- Allure of the Seas225,282
- Odyssey of the Seas169,379
- Spectrum of the Seas169,379
- Ovation of the Seas168,666
- Anthem of the Seas158,350
- Quantum of the Seas158,350
- Independence of the Seas155,889
- Freedom of the Seas154,407
- Liberty of the Seas154,407
- Navigator of the Seas139,999
- Mariner of the Seas139,863
- Voyager of the Seas138,194
- Explorer of the Seas138,194
- Adventure of the Seas137,276
- Radiance of the Seas90,090
- Brilliance of the Seas90,090
- Serenade of the Seas90,090
- Jewel of the Seas90,090
- Enchantment of the Seas82,910
- Rhapsody of the Seas78,878
- Vision of the Seas78,717
- Grandeur of the Seas73,817
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Oasis class sister ships
Sailing with Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean is the big-ship, high-activity line: surf simulators, water slides, ice rinks and Broadway shows on some of the largest cruise ships ever built. It suits families, groups and active couples who want a floating resort and a private-island beach day, and it’s less suited to anyone who wants quiet, small ships or an all-inclusive fare.
Read our full Royal Caribbean guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →
Allure of the Seas FAQs
How big is Allure of the Seas?
Allure of the Seas measures about 225,282 gross tons and is about 1,188 feet (362 m) long. That makes it #9 of 30 Royal Caribbean ships we cover by tonnage, and #9 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does Allure of the Seas carry?
About 2,200–6,780 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 Allure of the Seas built?
Allure of the Seas entered service in 2010 and was built by STX Finland.
What class of ship is Allure of the Seas?
Allure of the Seas belongs to Royal Caribbean's Oasis class, alongside Utopia of the Seas, Wonder of the Seas, Symphony of the Seas, Harmony of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Allure of the Seas good for families?
Kids are a core audience. Adventure Ocean runs supervised, age-grouped programs for children 3 to 12 (with group babysitting late in the evening for a fee), and teen clubs give 12- to 17-year-olds their own lounge and activities. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Allure of the Seas offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Royal Caribbean official site.