Quantum class · Royal Caribbean · In service since 2021
Odyssey of the Seas
Odyssey of the Seas is a Quantum class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 2021. At about 169,379 gross tons and ranks #10 by size in the 30-ship Royal Caribbean fleet we cover.
- 169,379 gross tons
- 1,142 ft long
Photo: Pjotr Mahhonin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Royal Caribbean International
- Ship class
- Quantum class
- Entered service
- 2021 (5 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 169,379
- Length
- 1,142 ft (348 m)
- Beam (width)
- 138 ft (42 m)
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- The Bahamas
- IMO number
- 9795737
About Odyssey of the Seas
Odyssey of the Seas, the second Quantum Ultra ship, entered service in 2021 and was the first of its sub-class built for North American cruisers. It shifted the Quantum formula toward the Caribbean with a resort-style pool deck, the Lime & Coconut bar and The Bamboo Room, a tiki lounge. Signature thrills carry over, including RipCord by iFLY, the North Star capsule and SeaPlex, the indoor home of bumper cars and games. Teppanyaki and Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade round out the food. It has sailed the Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale and is a good alternative to the Oasis class if you prefer a slightly smaller crowd.
Best for: Couples and families who want modern Royal Caribbean thrills and a Caribbean pool vibe without Oasis-class crowds.
Odyssey of the Seas highlights
- RipCord by iFLY indoor skydiving simulator
- North Star, a glass capsule that lifts you high above the ship
- The Bamboo Room tiki bar and the Lime & Coconut pool bar
- SeaPlex with bumper cars, a sports court and arcade
- Teppanyaki, a hibachi-style specialty restaurant
How Odyssey 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.
Quantum 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 →
Odyssey of the Seas FAQs
How big is Odyssey of the Seas?
Odyssey of the Seas measures about 169,379 gross tons and is about 1,142 feet (348 m) long. That makes it #10 of 30 Royal Caribbean ships we cover by tonnage, and #31 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
When was Odyssey of the Seas built?
Odyssey of the Seas entered service in 2021 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is Odyssey of the Seas?
Odyssey of the Seas belongs to Royal Caribbean's Quantum class, alongside Spectrum of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, Anthem of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is Odyssey 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 Odyssey 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.