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Below you'll find all Disney Cruise Ships by Age from newest to oldest. We know that some members of our cruise community like to sail the newest Disney Cruise ship off the line. And we've heard from others who prefer nostalgia over that "new ship" smell. Fortunately, Disney Cruise Line offers a wide variety of ship ages.
In this age of hyper-sensitivity, we wouldn't dare favor the youngest over the oldest Disney Cruise ship. Nor vice versa. We love all ships equally. As annoyingly "PC" as that sounds, we truly have a soft spot in our hearts for all of Disney Cruise Line's ships, regardless of age.
Our charts below will help you find the perfectly aged ship for your specific preference. We've prepared an infographic laying out all Disney cruise ships by Age from its newest Disney cruise ship, the Disney Adventure, to its oldest ship still in operation (spoiler... it's the Disney Magic).
Disney Cruise Ships - Newest & Oldest
Many cruisers will scroll to the very top or the very bottom of the chart. Maybe they want the freshest ship off the line. Or, perhaps they just want to avoid sailing the most ancient of the fleet. Either way, here are the two most common questions ask from potential Disney Cruise Line cruisers.
What is Disney Cruise Line's newest ship?
Disney's newest cruise ship is the Disney Adventure, launching in March 2025. It's currently under construction at the Meyer Wismar shipyard in Wismar, Germany. The Adventure is currently a one-of-a-kind (with no sister ships) and located among the new Global Class.
What is Disney Cruise Line's oldest ship?
Disney's oldest cruise ship, which is still active today, is the Disney Magic. It was launched in 1998, making it almost 30 years old! It currently offers departures from Galveston, Texas. The ship experienced a significant refurbishment in May 2023.
Does Disney cruise ship "age" affect the price?
The short answer is, "yes." It's not a 1:1 correlation. The newest ship won't always be the most expensive. Nor the oldest the cheapest. Many other factors will come into play. The cruise length, itinerary, season, etc will all factor in. A new ship will generally cost more. The older ships tend to offer more deals. To get a sense of pricing, click through any of the ships below for detailed pricing info. To get a sense of cruise pricing from oldest to newest Disney cruise ships, feel free to click through for Disney Adventure Cruise Itineraries and Cost as well as Disney Magic Itineraries.
Newest Disney Cruise Ship - Fun Fact
Disney Adventure features the Ironcycle Test Run, which is the longest roller coaster at sea! Spanning over 820 feet, this high-speed circuit allows you to "test-drive" a two-seater Iron Man-style cycle prototype. It is suspended roughly 30 feet above the upper deck, giving you incredible views of the ocean while you zip through a gravity-defying track.
You'll see from our Disney Cruise Ship Age Infographic that the cruise line's active ships go back to 1998. If you're on one of these older ships, however, don't expect a 2000's-era throwback complete with Green Day music and flip phones. Cruise ships are regularly upgraded to provide the newest venues and a fresh coat of paint.
In the ship data below, we include "renovation date" when relevant.
Let's be honest, the Disney Magic won't have the same "new ship smell" that you'll find on the Adventure. And cruise pricing typically reflects this. At least for the first year or two. Newer ships and ships more recently renovated will command higher prices than those in need of some updates.
If you're looking for the newest cruise ship off the lot, then our graph below should be exactly what you need.
Disney Cruise Ships by Age Infograph
From Newest to Oldest Active Disney Cruise Ship
"Ship age" alone won't tell the full story. Most of Disney's cruise ships have been renovated since first launched. Below, you'll find each of Disney's cruise ships with birth date, renovation date, and some other helpful info to help you find the perfect ship.
Feel free to use the menu below to jump to your ship.
Disney Ships by Age
Without further ado, below is our complete list of Disney Ships by Age. You'll find them listed from newest to oldest.
Year Built
2026
Year Renovated
NA
DISNEY ADVENTURE YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Adventure built? The Disney Adventure was built in 2026. She is among Disney's Global Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Adventure dry dock? The Disney Adventure last experienced a dry dock in NA. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Adventure launches in 2026 and won't need a retrofit for some time.
Disney Adventure Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:2026
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:NA
- Ship Class:Global
- Gross Tonnage:208,000 GT
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:6,000
- Total Staterooms:2,111
- Ship Cost:1,092 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:1,122 ft (342 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Adventure age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Adventure Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
2025
Year Renovated
NA
DISNEY DESTINY YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Destiny built? The Disney Destiny was built in 2025. She is among Disney's Wish Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Destiny dry dock? The Disney Destiny last experienced a dry dock in NA. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Destiny launched in 2025 and won't need a retrofit for some time.
Disney Destiny Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:2025
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:NA
- Ship Class:Wish
- Gross Tonnage:144,000 GT
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:4,000
- Total Staterooms:1,249
- Ship Cost:1,400 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:1,119 ft (341 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Destiny age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Destiny Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
2024
Year Renovated
NA
DISNEY TREASURE YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Treasure built? The Disney Treasure was built in 2024. She is among Disney's Wish Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Treasure dry dock? The Disney Treasure last experienced a dry dock in NA. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Treasure launched in 2024 and won't need a retrofit for some time.
Disney Treasure Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:2024
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:NA
- Ship Class:Wish
- Gross Tonnage:144,000 GT
- Years Served:2024 - Present
- Capacity:4,000
- Total Staterooms:1,249
- Ship Cost:1,000 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:1,119 ft (341 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Treasure age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Treasure Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
2022
Year Renovated
NA
DISNEY WISH YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Wish built? The Disney Wish was built in 2022. She is among Disney's Wish Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Wish dry dock? The Disney Wish last experienced a dry dock in NA. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Wish was launched in July 2022 and is relatively new. The ship is currently in no need of a refurbishment and has no known dry dock planned.
Disney Wish Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:2022
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:NA
- Ship Class:Wish
- Gross Tonnage:144,000 GT
- Years Served:2022 - Present
- Capacity:4,000
- Total Staterooms:1,247
- Ship Cost:900 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:1,119 ft (341 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Wish age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Wish Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
2012
Year Renovated
2025
DISNEY FANTASY YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Fantasy built? The Disney Fantasy was built in 2012. She is among Disney's Dream Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Fantasy dry dock? The Disney Fantasy last experienced a dry dock in 2025. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Fantasy underwent a "major refit" in October 2025 that mirrored many of the popular updates seen on the Dream. Key additions included its own two-story Fantasia-themed Tower Suite and the introduction of Ramone’s Cantina to the pool deck, alongside a massive installation of 40 kilometers of new luxury carpeting throughout the ship. On the technical side, the ship received a new 180-ton bulbous bow and a specialized silicone hull coating, both designed to significantly improve hydrodynamics and fuel efficiency as part of Disney’s sustainability goals.
Disney Fantasy Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:2012
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:2025
- Ship Class:Dream
- Gross Tonnage:129,690 GT
- Years Served:2012 - Present
- Capacity:4,000
- Total Staterooms:1,250
- Ship Cost:950 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:1,115 ft (340 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Fantasy age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Fantasy Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
2011
Year Renovated
2024
DISNEY DREAM YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Dream built? The Disney Dream was built in 2011. She is among Disney's Dream Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Dream dry dock? The Disney Dream last experienced a dry dock in 2024. For renovation details, please see below.
After it's significant 2024 dry dock, the Disney Dream now features several major "Wish-class" style enhancements, most notably the brand-new Dream Tower Suite inside the forward funnel, themed after Disney’s Fantasia. The refurbishment also expanded the Concierge Lounge with a new Hercules-inspired Mount Olympus theme and introduced the Marvel WEB Workshop to the Oceaneer Club. For casual dining, the ship added Ramone’s Cantina, a Mexican-themed eatery on the pool deck that has become a guest favorite for its quick-service tacos and bowls.
Disney Dream Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:2011
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:2024
- Ship Class:Dream
- Gross Tonnage:129,690 GT
- Years Served:2011 - Present
- Capacity:4,000
- Total Staterooms:1,253
- Ship Cost:900 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:1,115 ft (340 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Dream age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Dream Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
1999
Year Renovated
2023
DISNEY WONDER YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Wonder built? The Disney Wonder was built in 1999. She is among Disney's Magic Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Wonder dry dock? The Disney Wonder last experienced a dry dock in 2023. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Wonder was last renovated in November 2023 during a dry dock before its Australia/New Zealand season from Sydney and Auckland. This update included refreshed interiors with new carpeting and upholstery, technical maintenance to its diesel-electric systems, and a hull repaint in Disney’s livery. The Soul Cat Lounge was added, themed after Soul, enhancing its entertainment options. These changes kept the ship vibrant for its Pacific and Alaskan routes without major structural alterations. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in August 2026. The Disney Wonder will undergo its next major refurbishment in August 2026, with work scheduled to take place just before its return to service in the Pacific. Past renovations have introduced the Frozen, A Musical Spectacular stage show and the Tiana’s Place restaurant; the 2026 dry dock will prioritize "backstage" efficiency in the galleys and a reimagined flow for the Beach Blanket Buffet. These updates are paired with a fleet-wide "soft" renovation that includes replacing every inch of carpeting and upgrading all guest mattresses to ensure the classic ship feels as premium as the newer builds.
Disney Wonder Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:1999
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:2023
- Ship Class:Magic
- Gross Tonnage:84,130 GT
- Years Served:1999 - Present
- Capacity:2,713
- Total Staterooms:875
- Ship Cost:350 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:964 ft (294 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Wonder age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Wonder Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
Year Built
1998
Year Renovated
2023
DISNEY MAGIC YEAR BUILT & RENOVATED
When was the Disney Magic built? The Disney Magic was built in 1998. She is among Disney's Magic Class of ships.
When was the last Disney Magic dry dock? The Disney Magic last experienced a dry dock in 2023. For renovation details, please see below.
The Disney Magic, Disney Cruise Line's inaugural ship launched in 1998, last underwent a major refurbishment during a three-week dry dock from April 15 to May 4, 2023, at the Grand Bahama Shipyard in Freeport, Bahamas. Timed to celebrate the vessel's 25th anniversary, this extensive update introduced new family-friendly entertainment such as "An Encanto Celebration" with character interactions and activities, a themed Soul Cat Lounge inspired by Pixar's "Soul," an expanded and reimagined Concierge Lounge with Moana-inspired tropical decor and outdoor seating, fully refreshed concierge suites with modern fixtures and artwork, and the addition of shore power connectivity for environmental benefits, alongside routine maintenance and deep cleaning. While earlier overhauls like the transformative 2013 re-imagination added structural features such as the AquaDunk slide, the 2023 project represents the most recent significant guest-facing enhancements, with no major refurbishments in 2024 or 2025 and the next dry dock planned for 2026 primarily for routine work. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in May 2026. The Disney Magic, the fleet’s original flagship, is scheduled for a significant dry dock in May 2026 following its Panama Canal and West Coast seasons. While recent updates have focused on routine maintenance, new carpeting, and "sprucing up" staterooms, this upcoming 2026 session is expected to refine the ship’s technical systems for its Alaska deployment. Guests can typically expect refreshed upholstery and minor layout tweaks to the Oceaneer Club and Quick Service areas to keep the vessel in line with modern Disney standards.
Disney Magic Age and Ship Stats
- Year Built:1998
- Status:active
- Year Renovated:2023
- Ship Class:Magic
- Gross Tonnage:83,969 GT
- Years Served:1998 - Present
- Capacity:2,713
- Total Staterooms:879
- Ship Cost:400 Million
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Length:984 ft (300 m)
To see how this compares, click through to see Disney Magic age and stats vs all Disney ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
Also check out the Disney Magic Deck Plans. You'll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.
If you found our "Disney Cruise Ships by Age" post helpful, we have another great one for you. Click here to see all Disney Cruise Ships by Size! There, you'll find a list of all Disney cruise ships in order from largest cruise ship to smallest. The difference between the two might surprise you.
