Quantum class · Royal Caribbean · In service since 2019
Spectrum of the Seas
Spectrum of the Seas is a Quantum class cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 2019. At about 169,379 gross tons and ranks #11 by size in the 30-ship Royal Caribbean fleet we cover.
- 169,379 gross tons
- 1,138 ft long
Photo: Dickelbers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- Royal Caribbean International
- Ship class
- Quantum class
- Entered service
- 2019 (7 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 169,379
- Length
- 1,138 ft (347 m)
- Speed
- 22 knots
- Builder
- Meyer Werft
- Flag
- Cyprus
- IMO number
- 9778856
About Spectrum of the Seas
Spectrum of the Seas, delivered in 2019, was the first Quantum Ultra ship, an updated version of the Quantum design built with Asian travelers in mind. It has spent its career based in Asia, so North Americans usually meet it on a fly-away cruise from hubs such as Singapore or Hong Kong. Dining and entertainment lean toward regional tastes, with Western favorites alongside. The core Quantum features are all here: the North Star observation capsule, RipCord by iFLY, SeaPlex and the glass-walled Two70 lounge at the stern. If you want a big, modern Royal Caribbean ship for an East or Southeast Asia trip, it’s the obvious choice.
Best for: Travelers combining a trip to Asia with a short cruise on a big, feature-packed ship.
Spectrum of the Seas highlights
- North Star observation capsule for aerial views of ports like Singapore
- RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator
- SeaPlex, an indoor space for bumper cars, roller skating and sports
- Two70, a lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows and robotic video screens
- Splashaway Bay water play area for kids
How Spectrum 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 →
Spectrum of the Seas FAQs
How big is Spectrum of the Seas?
Spectrum of the Seas measures about 169,379 gross tons and is about 1,138 feet (347 m) long. That makes it #11 of 30 Royal Caribbean ships we cover by tonnage, and #32 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
When was Spectrum of the Seas built?
Spectrum of the Seas entered service in 2019 and was built by Meyer Werft.
What class of ship is Spectrum of the Seas?
Spectrum of the Seas belongs to Royal Caribbean's Quantum class, alongside Odyssey 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 Spectrum 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 Spectrum 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.