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Norwegian Ships by Size — Largest to Smallest [2026]
By Jeremy CamosseNov 2025(Updated Mar 2026)
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Complete list of Norwegian Ships by Size. From Biggest to Smallest, you'll find every NCL Cruise Ship, including total passengers, decks, and more!
Norwegian Cruise Ship Sizes Overview
Below you'll find a complete list of Norwegian Ships by Size. From the cruise line's smallest ship, the Norwegian Spirit (built in 1998), to their largest active ship, the massive Norwegian Encore (launched in 2026).
You'll see a sizable difference between Norwegian's biggest and smallest ships in their fleet. The Norwegian Spirit measures 75,904 gross tons, while the Norwegian Encore comes in at 169,116 GT — that's over 2x the size! To say, "my how you've grown" would be an understatement.
We've created a new post to see how these ships rank on a global scale. Norwegian has a showing on the list of the 20 Largest Cruise Ships in the World! Click to find out which vessel made it and where it ranks. There, we also analyze Norwegian's average ship size versus all other lines!
Understanding Gross Tonnage
First, a little clarification is needed before viewing our sizing chart. We're measuring Norwegian ships size using the metric, "Gross Tonnage." This always causes a bit of confusion amongst our community members. It's not simply "weight" that determines this size measurement. The definition is technical and boring, but we'll provide it anyway.
GROSS TONNAGE
A nonlinear measure of a ship's overall internal volume. Gross tonnage is calculated based on the moulded volume of all enclosed spaces of the ship and is used to determine things such as a ship's manning regulations, safety rules, registration fees, and port dues, whereas the older gross register tonnage is a measure of the volume of only certain enclosed spaces.
Are you still awake? Good. So why do we use this measurement to determine Norwegian Ships Size? As noted above, it's used for safety rules and whatnot. As such, it's the standard across this cruise line and all others. Every passenger cruise ship will have this measurement. That makes it easy to compare ship size across ship, class, line and more. We've also used it to compare across cruise lines to bring you the list of the largest cruise ships in the world. Ok, we're done with today's maritime measurement course. Here's the good stuff!
Norwegian Ships by Size Chart
Largest to Smallest
Click above to pin this Norwegian Cruise Ships by Size Infograph to your cruise planning board, so you can refer back to it when choosing your next ship!
Comparing the Largest vs Smallest
That's every NCL Cruise Ship currently active in their fleet. You can see the vast difference in ship size between the Norwegian Spirit and the Norwegian Encore. Here's a visual representation showing the smallest of the fleet vs the largest!
The experience on these two ships will be completely different! On the largest ships, you'll be lucky to experience half of the venues on board. Whereas the smaller ships offer a more quaint and personal experience.
In just a day or two, you'll have your bearings and likely a fixed routine on these ships. Which is better? That's all going to depend on personal preferences! Some say "size matters." Others say, it's the "motion in the ocean" that is more important. We'll let you decide!
Every Norwegian Ship by Size
To find your specific Norwegian Cruise ship, feel free to use our menu below. Clicking on any will let you quickly jump to that ship's stats. You'll find a bunch of very helpful sizing metrics, including tonnage, length, capacity, speed, cost, cabins and much more!
Norwegian Ships
- 1)Norwegian Encore
- 2)Norwegian Bliss
- 3)Norwegian Escape
- 4)Norwegian Joy
- 5)Norwegian Aqua
- 6)Norwegian Luna
- 7)Norwegian Epic
- 8)Norwegian Breakaway
- 9)Norwegian Getaway
- 10)Norwegian Prima
- 11)Norwegian Viva
- 12)Norwegian Jade
- 13)Norwegian Pearl
- 14)Norwegian Gem
- 15)Norwegian Jewel
- 16)Norwegian Dawn
- 17)Norwegian Star
- 18)Pride of America
- 19)Norwegian Sun
- 20)Norwegian Sky
- 21)Norwegian Spirit
Below we've listed all Norwegian Ships by size, including a bit more info. You'll find the following metrics: gross tonnage, ship length, year built, total staterooms on board, passenger capacity, and crew members.
Norwegian Encore
170 k
tonnage
1,094 ft
length
2019
year built
2,043
cabins
3,998
passengers
1,735
crew
1) NORWEGIAN ENCORE SIZE
The Encore has a construction date of 2019 and a total size of 169,116 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet (333 meters) in length and falls in line as number 1 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Encore is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Encore holds 5,733 passengers. That includes 3,998 cruise vacationers and 1,735 staff members. The Encore total number of staterooms is 2,043.
Norwegian Encore Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:169,116 GT
- Length:1,094 ft (333 m)
- Beam:136 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2019
- Years Served:2019 - Present
- Capacity:3,998
- Crew Members:1,735
- Total on Board:5,733
- Total Staterooms:2,043
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:920 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Encore age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Encore Deck Plans.
Norwegian Bliss
169 k
tonnage
1,094 ft
length
2018
year built
2,043
cabins
4,004
passengers
1,716
crew
2) NORWEGIAN BLISS SIZE
The Bliss has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 168,028 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet (333 meters) in length and falls in line as number 2 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Bliss is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Bliss holds 5,720 passengers. That includes 4,004 cruise vacationers and 1,716 staff members. The Bliss total number of staterooms is 2,043.
Norwegian Bliss Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:168,028 GT
- Length:1,094 ft (333 m)
- Beam:136 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2018
- Years Served:2018 - Present
- Capacity:4,004
- Crew Members:1,716
- Total on Board:5,720
- Total Staterooms:2,043
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:920 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Bliss age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Bliss Deck Plans.
Norwegian Escape
168 k
tonnage
1,069 ft
length
2015
year built
2,175
cabins
4,266
passengers
1,733
crew
3) NORWEGIAN ESCAPE SIZE
The Escape has a construction date of 2015 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,069 feet (326 meters) in length and falls in line as number 3 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Escape is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Escape holds 5,999 passengers. That includes 4,266 cruise vacationers and 1,733 staff members. The Escape total number of staterooms is 2,175.
Norwegian Escape Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:167,725 GT
- Length:1,069 ft (326 m)
- Beam:136 ft (41 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2015
- Years Served:2015 - Present
- Capacity:4,266
- Crew Members:1,733
- Total on Board:5,999
- Total Staterooms:2,175
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:920 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Escape age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Escape Deck Plans.
Norwegian Joy
168 k
tonnage
1,094 ft
length
2017
year built
1,902
cabins
3,804
passengers
1,821
crew
4) NORWEGIAN JOY SIZE
The Joy has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet (333 meters) in length and falls in line as number 4 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Joy is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Joy holds 5,625 passengers. That includes 3,804 cruise vacationers and 1,821 staff members. The Joy total number of staterooms is 1,902.
Norwegian Joy Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:167,725 GT
- Length:1,094 ft (333 m)
- Beam:136 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2017
- Years Served:2017 - Present
- Capacity:3,804
- Crew Members:1,821
- Total on Board:5,625
- Total Staterooms:1,902
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:920 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Joy age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Joy Deck Plans.
Norwegian Aqua
157 k
tonnage
1,056 ft
length
2025
year built
1,813
cabins
3,571
passengers
1,388
crew
5) NORWEGIAN AQUA SIZE
The Aqua has a construction date of 2025 and a total size of 156,300 gross tons. The ship measures 1,056 feet (322 meters) in length and falls in line as number 5 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Aqua is included in Norwegian’s Prima Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Aqua holds 4,959 passengers. That includes 3,571 cruise vacationers and 1,388 staff members. The Aqua total number of staterooms is 1,813.
Norwegian Aqua Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:156,300 GT
- Length:1,056 ft (322 m)
- Beam:144 ft (44 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2025
- Years Served:2025 - Present
- Capacity:3,571
- Crew Members:1,388
- Total on Board:4,959
- Total Staterooms:1,813
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:850 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Aqua age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Aqua Deck Plans.
Norwegian Luna
157 k
tonnage
1,056 ft
length
2026
year built
1,813
cabins
3,550
passengers
1,388
crew
6) NORWEGIAN LUNA SIZE
The Luna has a construction date of 2026 and a total size of 156,300 gross tons. The ship measures 1,056 feet (322 meters) in length and falls in line as number 6 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Luna is included in Norwegian’s Prima Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Luna holds 4,938 passengers. That includes 3,550 cruise vacationers and 1,388 staff members. The Luna total number of staterooms is 1,813.
Norwegian Luna Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:156,300 GT
- Length:1,056 ft (322 m)
- Beam:144 ft (44 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2026
- Years Served:2026 - Present
- Capacity:3,550
- Crew Members:1,388
- Total on Board:4,938
- Total Staterooms:1,813
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:850 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Luna age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Luna Deck Plans.
Norwegian Epic
156 k
tonnage
1,081 ft
length
2010
year built
2,114
cabins
4,100
passengers
1,724
crew
7) NORWEGIAN EPIC SIZE
The Epic has a construction date of 2010 and a total size of 155,873 gross tons. The ship measures 1,081 feet (329 meters) in length and falls in line as number 7 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Epic is included in Norwegian’s Epic Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Epic holds 5,824 passengers. That includes 4,100 cruise vacationers and 1,724 staff members. The Epic total number of staterooms is 2,114.
Norwegian Epic Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:155,873 GT
- Length:1,081 ft (329 m)
- Beam:171 ft (52 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2010
- Years Served:2010 - Present
- Capacity:4,100
- Crew Members:1,724
- Total on Board:5,824
- Total Staterooms:2,114
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:1,200 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Epic age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Epic Deck Plans.
Norwegian Breakaway
146 k
tonnage
1,068 ft
length
2013
year built
2,015
cabins
3,963
passengers
1,657
crew
8) NORWEGIAN BREAKAWAY SIZE
The Breakaway has a construction date of 2013 and a total size of 145,655 gross tons. The ship measures 1,068 feet (326 meters) in length and falls in line as number 8 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Breakaway is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Breakaway holds 5,620 passengers. That includes 3,963 cruise vacationers and 1,657 staff members. The Breakaway total number of staterooms is 2,015.
Norwegian Breakaway Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:145,655 GT
- Length:1,068 ft (326 m)
- Beam:170 ft (52 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2013
- Years Served:2013 - Present
- Capacity:3,963
- Crew Members:1,657
- Total on Board:5,620
- Total Staterooms:2,015
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:840 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Breakaway age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Breakaway Deck Plans.
Norwegian Getaway
146 k
tonnage
1,068 ft
length
2014
year built
2,012
cabins
3,963
passengers
1,646
crew
9) NORWEGIAN GETAWAY SIZE
The Getaway has a construction date of 2014 and a total size of 145,655 gross tons. The ship measures 1,068 feet (326 meters) in length and falls in line as number 9 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Getaway is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Getaway holds 5,609 passengers. That includes 3,963 cruise vacationers and 1,646 staff members. The Getaway total number of staterooms is 2,012.
Norwegian Getaway Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:145,655 GT
- Length:1,068 ft (326 m)
- Beam:170 ft (52 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2014
- Years Served:2014 - Present
- Capacity:3,963
- Crew Members:1,646
- Total on Board:5,609
- Total Staterooms:2,012
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:780 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Getaway age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Getaway Deck Plans.
Norwegian Prima
144 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2022
year built
1,647
cabins
3,950
passengers
1,388
crew
10) NORWEGIAN PRIMA SIZE
The Prima has a construction date of 2022 and a total size of 143,525 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 10 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Prima is included in Norwegian’s Prima Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Prima holds 5,338 passengers. That includes 3,950 cruise vacationers and 1,388 staff members. The Prima total number of staterooms is 1,647.
Norwegian Prima Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:143,525 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:135 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2022
- Years Served:2022 - Present
- Capacity:3,950
- Crew Members:1,388
- Total on Board:5,338
- Total Staterooms:1,647
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:850 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Prima age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Prima Deck Plans.
Norwegian Viva
144 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2023
year built
1,647
cabins
3,950
passengers
1,388
crew
11) NORWEGIAN VIVA SIZE
The Viva has a construction date of 2023 and a total size of 143,525 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 11 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Viva is included in Norwegian’s Prima Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Viva holds 5,338 passengers. That includes 3,950 cruise vacationers and 1,388 staff members. The Viva total number of staterooms is 1,647.
Norwegian Viva Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:143,525 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:135 ft (41 m)
- Draft:29 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2023
- Years Served:2023 - Present
- Capacity:3,950
- Crew Members:1,388
- Total on Board:5,338
- Total Staterooms:1,647
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:850 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Viva age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Viva Deck Plans.
Norwegian Jade
94 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2006
year built
1,201
cabins
2,402
passengers
1,037
crew
12) NORWEGIAN JADE SIZE
The Jade has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 93,558 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 12 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Jade is included in Norwegian’s Jewel Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Jade holds 3,439 passengers. That includes 2,402 cruise vacationers and 1,037 staff members. The Jade total number of staterooms is 1,201.
Norwegian Jade Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:93,558 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
- Year Built:2006
- Years Served:2006 - Present
- Capacity:2,402
- Crew Members:1,037
- Total on Board:3,439
- Total Staterooms:1,201
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:390 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Jade age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Jade Deck Plans.
Norwegian Pearl
94 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2006
year built
1,197
cabins
2,394
passengers
1,072
crew
13) NORWEGIAN PEARL SIZE
The Pearl has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 13 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Pearl is included in Norwegian’s Jewel Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Pearl holds 3,466 passengers. That includes 2,394 cruise vacationers and 1,072 staff members. The Pearl total number of staterooms is 1,197.
Norwegian Pearl Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:93,530 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
- Year Built:2006
- Years Served:2006 - Present
- Capacity:2,394
- Crew Members:1,072
- Total on Board:3,466
- Total Staterooms:1,197
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:390 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Pearl age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Pearl Deck Plans.
Norwegian Gem
94 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2007
year built
1,197
cabins
2,394
passengers
1,070
crew
14) NORWEGIAN GEM SIZE
The Gem has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 14 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Gem is included in Norwegian’s Jewel Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Gem holds 3,464 passengers. That includes 2,394 cruise vacationers and 1,070 staff members. The Gem total number of staterooms is 1,197.
Norwegian Gem Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:93,530 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
- Year Built:2007
- Years Served:2007 - Present
- Capacity:2,394
- Crew Members:1,070
- Total on Board:3,464
- Total Staterooms:1,197
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:390 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Gem age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Gem Deck Plans.
Norwegian Jewel
94 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2005
year built
1,190
cabins
2,376
passengers
1,069
crew
15) NORWEGIAN JEWEL SIZE
The Jewel has a construction date of 2005 and a total size of 93,502 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 15 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Jewel is included in Norwegian’s Jewel Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Jewel holds 3,445 passengers. That includes 2,376 cruise vacationers and 1,069 staff members. The Jewel total number of staterooms is 1,190.
Norwegian Jewel Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:93,502 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:28 ft (9 m)
- Max Speed:30 mph (26 kn)
- Year Built:2005
- Years Served:2005 - Present
- Capacity:2,376
- Crew Members:1,069
- Total on Board:3,445
- Total Staterooms:1,190
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:390 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Jewel age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Jewel Deck Plans.
Norwegian Dawn
93 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2002
year built
1,170
cabins
2,340
passengers
1,032
crew
16) NORWEGIAN DAWN SIZE
The Dawn has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 92,250 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 16 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Dawn is included in Norwegian’s Dawn Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Dawn holds 3,372 passengers. That includes 2,340 cruise vacationers and 1,032 staff members. The Dawn total number of staterooms is 1,170.
Norwegian Dawn Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:92,250 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:38 ft (12 m)
- Max Speed:29 mph (25 kn)
- Year Built:2002
- Years Served:2002 - Present
- Capacity:2,340
- Crew Members:1,032
- Total on Board:3,372
- Total Staterooms:1,170
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:400 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Dawn age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Dawn Deck Plans.
Norwegian Star
92 k
tonnage
965 ft
length
2001
year built
1,174
cabins
2,348
passengers
1,031
crew
17) NORWEGIAN STAR SIZE
The Star has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 91,740 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length and falls in line as number 17 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Star is included in Norwegian’s Dawn Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Star holds 3,379 passengers. That includes 2,348 cruise vacationers and 1,031 staff members. The Star total number of staterooms is 1,174.
Norwegian Star Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:91,740 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:2,348
- Crew Members:1,031
- Total on Board:3,379
- Total Staterooms:1,174
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:400 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Star age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Star Deck Plans.
Pride of America
81 k
tonnage
920 ft
length
2005
year built
1,101
cabins
2,186
passengers
927
crew
18) PRIDE OF AMERICA SIZE
The Pride of America has a construction date of 2005 and a total size of 80,439 gross tons. The ship measures 920 feet (280 meters) in length and falls in line as number 18 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Pride of America is included in Norwegian’s Pride of America Class. At full capacity, the Pride of America holds 3,113 passengers. That includes 2,186 cruise vacationers and 927 staff members. The Pride of America total number of staterooms is 1,101.
Pride of America Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:80,439 GT
- Length:920 ft (280 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2005
- Years Served:2005 - Present
- Capacity:2,186
- Crew Members:927
- Total on Board:3,113
- Total Staterooms:1,101
- Flagged Country:Hawaii
- Ship Cost:450 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Pride of America age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Pride of America Deck Plans.
Norwegian Sun
79 k
tonnage
848 ft
length
2001
year built
968
cabins
1,936
passengers
906
crew
19) NORWEGIAN SUN SIZE
The Sun has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 78,309 gross tons. The ship measures 848 feet (258 meters) in length and falls in line as number 19 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Sun is included in Norwegian’s Sun Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Sun holds 2,842 passengers. That includes 1,936 cruise vacationers and 906 staff members. The Sun total number of staterooms is 968.
Norwegian Sun Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:78,309 GT
- Length:848 ft (258 m)
- Beam:123 ft (37 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:1,936
- Crew Members:906
- Total on Board:2,842
- Total Staterooms:968
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:330 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Sun age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Sun Deck Plans.
Norwegian Sky
78 k
tonnage
832 ft
length
1999
year built
1,002
cabins
2,004
passengers
899
crew
20) NORWEGIAN SKY SIZE
The Sky has a construction date of 1999 and a total size of 77,104 gross tons. The ship measures 832 feet (254 meters) in length and falls in line as number 20 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Sky is included in Norwegian’s Sun Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Sky holds 2,903 passengers. That includes 2,004 cruise vacationers and 899 staff members. The Sky total number of staterooms is 1,002.
Norwegian Sky Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:77,104 GT
- Length:832 ft (254 m)
- Beam:123 ft (37 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:1999
- Years Served:1999 - Present
- Capacity:2,004
- Crew Members:899
- Total on Board:2,903
- Total Staterooms:1,002
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:330 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Sky age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Sky Deck Plans.
Norwegian Spirit
76 k
tonnage
880 ft
length
1998
year built
1,025
cabins
2,018
passengers
912
crew
21) NORWEGIAN SPIRIT SIZE
The Spirit has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 75,904 gross tons. The ship measures 880 feet (268 meters) in length and falls in line as number 21 among the 21 active ships that make up the fleet. Norwegian Spirit is included in Norwegian’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Spirit holds 2,930 passengers. That includes 2,018 cruise vacationers and 912 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,025.
Norwegian Spirit Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:75,904 GT
- Length:880 ft (268 m)
- Beam:121 ft (37 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:1998
- Years Served:1998 - Present
- Capacity:2,018
- Crew Members:912
- Total on Board:2,930
- Total Staterooms:1,025
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:350 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Spirit age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Spirit Deck Plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
We're constantly asked about NCL's ships and size statistics. Here are the most frequently asked questions for your convenience!
What is the biggest Norwegian cruise ship?
The largest Norwegian cruise ship is the Norwegian Encore, measuring 169,116 gross tons and spanning 1094 feet in length. Part of the Breakaway Plus Class, it carries up to 3,998 passengers across 2,043 staterooms. The Norwegian Encore was launched in 2019.
What is the smallest Norwegian cruise ship?
The smallest active Norwegian cruise ship is the Norwegian Spirit, measuring 75,904 gross tons and 880 feet in length. Built in 1998, it holds up to 2,018 passengers. That's roughly 2x smaller than the Norwegian Encore by gross tonnage!
How big are Norwegian cruise ships?
Norwegian's fleet varies widely in size. The smallest active ship, the Norwegian Spirit, measures 75,904 GT and 880 feet in length. The largest, the Norwegian Encore, measures 169,116 GT and spans 1094 feet. For reference, the Eiffel Tower is roughly 900 feet high! See our chart above for all Norwegian ships ranked by size.
Does Norwegian ship size affect cruise price?
The cost of a Norwegian cruise isn't directly correlated with ship size. You won't necessarily pay more for the largest ship or less for the smallest. Pricing depends on the specific itinerary, destination, time of year, and cabin category. Ship age also has a significant impact, as newer ships tend to be more expensive due to their modern amenities and attractions.
How many ships does Norwegian have?
Norwegian currently has 21 active ships in its fleet, with an average passenger capacity of 3,120 guests per ship. The fleet ranges from the Norwegian Spirit (75,904 GT) to the Norwegian Encore (169,116 GT), giving cruisers a wide variety of ship sizes to choose from.
What is the best size Norwegian ship for first-time cruisers?
For first-time Norwegian cruisers, mid-sized ships in the Breakaway class are often recommended. They offer a great balance of onboard activities, dining options, and entertainment without feeling overwhelmingly large. If you want the newest features and don't mind a bigger ship, the Breakaway Plus class ships provide an incredible first-cruise experience with a wide variety of venues and neighborhoods to explore.
We hope that the above list of Norwegian Cruise Ships by size helps you to find your ideal cruise.
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