Icon class · Royal Caribbean · In service since 2026

Legend of the Seas

Legend of the Seas is an Icon class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 2026. At about 248,663 gross tons, it carries roughly 2,350–5,610 guests and ranks #3 by size in the 30-ship Royal Caribbean fleet we cover.

248,663 gross tons
2,350–5,610 guests
1,197 ft long

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Cruise line: Royal Caribbean International
Ship class: Icon class
Entered service: 2026 (this year)
Gross tonnage: 248,663
Guests: 2,350–5,610
Length: 1,197 ft (364.8 m)
Beam (width): 213 ft (65 m)
Builder: Meyer Turku
Flag: The Bahamas
IMO number: 9888560

About Legend of the Seas

Legend of the Seas is the third Icon-class ship, arriving in 2026, and the first one Royal Caribbean scheduled for a debut season in the Mediterranean before Caribbean sailings from Fort Lauderdale. It shares the class layout that made Icon a hit: Thrill Island with the Category 6 water park and Crown’s Edge, Chill Island’s stacked pools, the family zone called Surfside and the AquaDome at the bow. The name was used before on a much smaller 1995 ship, so don’t mix up older reviews with this one. On European itineraries, expect more port days and less time to enjoy the attractions than on a Caribbean week.

Best for: Families who want a mega-ship with water slides and big shows, and Icon fans who prefer a Fort Lauderdale departure or a Mediterranean debut.

Legend of the Seas highlights

Category 6 water park and Crown’s Edge on Thrill Island
AquaDome with AquaTheater performances under a glass dome
Surfside, a dedicated area for families with young kids
The Hideaway, an adults-only retreat with a suspended infinity pool
Chill Island’s multiple pools, including the adults-only Cloud 17

How Legend of the Seas compares in size

Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.

Icon 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.

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Legend of the Seas FAQs

How big is Legend of the Seas?

Legend of the Seas measures about 248,663 gross tons and is about 1,197 feet (365 m) long. That makes it #3 of 30 Royal Caribbean ships we cover by tonnage, and #3 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.

How many passengers does Legend of the Seas carry?

About 2,350–5,610 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 Legend of the Seas built?

Legend of the Seas entered service in 2026 and was built by Meyer Turku. It's one of the newest ships at sea.

What class of ship is Legend of the Seas?

Legend of the Seas belongs to Royal Caribbean's Icon class, alongside Icon of the Seas, Star of the Seas. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.

Is Legend 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 Legend 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.