Royal Caribbean Ships by Age [Infographic] from Newest to Oldest

Below you'll find all Royal Caribbean Cruise Ships by Age from newest to oldest. We know that some members of our cruise community like to sail the newest Royal Caribbean ship off the line. And we've heard from others who prefer nostalgia over that "new ship" smell. Fortunately, Royal Caribbean offers a wide variety of ship ages.

In this age of hyper-sensitivity, we wouldn't dare favor the youngest over the oldest Royal Caribbean 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 Royal Caribbean'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 Royal Caribbean ships by Age from its newest active ship, the Icon of the Seas, to its oldest ship still in operation (spoiler... it's the Grandeur of the Seas).

Royal Caribbean Oldest and Youngest Ships

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 most common two questions ask from potential Royal Caribbean cruisers.

What is Royal Caribbean’s newest cruise ship? Royal Caribbean's newest active ship is the Odyssey of the Seas, launched in December, 2021. She currently sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The next ship to be released will be the Wonder of the Seas in March 2022 followed by the Icon of the Seas in 2023. See details on each below.

What is Royal Caribbean’s oldest ship? Royal Caribbean's oldest cruise ship, which is still active today, is the Grandeur of the Seas. It was launched in 1996 and currently offers departures form Barbados, Miami and Galveston.

Often we're asked if "age" affects size. The short answer is, "yes." It's not a 1:1 correlation. The newest ship won't always be the most expensive. And the oldest the least. Many more 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, use the widget below. Play around with ships and dates to see how price changes with age and more.

You'll see from our Royal Caribbean Ship Age Infographic that the cruise line's active ships go back to 1996. If you're on one of these older ships, however, don't expect a 90's throwback complete with Nirvana music and tamagotchis. Cruise ships are regularly upgraded to provide the newest venues and a fresh coat of paint.

Let's be honest, the Royal Caribbean Grandeur of the Seas won't have the same "new ship smell" that you'll find on the Odyssey of the Seas. And cruise pricing typically reflects this. 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. I

Ship age alone won't tell the full story. Most of Royal Caribbean's ships have been renovated since first launched. Below, you'll find each of Royal Caribbean's 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 Royal Caribbean ship.

Without further ado, below is our complete list of Royal Caribbean Ships by Age. You'll find them listed from newest to oldest.

Adventure of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Adventure of the Seas built? The Adventure of the Seas was built in 2001. She is among Royal Caribbean's Voyager Class of ships.

When was the last Adventure of the Seas dry dock? The Adventure of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2018. For renovation details, please see below.

The Adventure of the Seas received upgrades in February, 2018. Renovations included the addition of the Cyclone and Typhoon waterslides; Splashaway Bay Water Park; the Flowrider surf simulator; Izumi Sushi Restaurant; and Chops Grille steakhouse.

To see how this compares, click through to see Adventure of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Adventure of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Allure of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Allure of the Seas built? The Allure of the Seas was built in 2010. She is among Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class of ships.

When was the last Allure of the Seas dry dock? The Allure of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2020. For renovation details, please see below.

The Allure of the Seas underwent significant renovations in 2020. The improvements cost roughly $165 million. Upgrades included the following: addition of roughly 50 new inside and oceanview cabins; new shops; Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade; Ultimate Abyss 10 story waterslide; The Perfect Storm waterslides; Sugar Beach candy store; Adventure Ocean kids park; Royal Escape Room; The Lime & Coconut Bar poolside bar lounge; Splashaway Bay kids aquapark; Portside BBQ steakhouse; El Loco Fresh; Giovanni's Italian Kitchen; Spotlight Karaoke; Music Hall; Bionic Bar with robot bartenders; Clash for the Crystal City laser tag game.

To see how this compares, click through to see Allure of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Allure of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Anthem of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Anthem of the Seas built? The Anthem of the Seas was built in 2015. She is among Royal Caribbean's Quantum Class of ships.

When was the last Anthem of the Seas dry dock? The Anthem of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2020. For renovation details, please see below.

In 2020, the Anthem of the Seas experienced dry dock improvements including general maintenance items such as paint and engine upkeep.

To see how this compares, click through to see Anthem of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Anthem of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Brilliance of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Brilliance of the Seas built? The Brilliance of the Seas was built in 2002. She is among Royal Caribbean's Radiance Class of ships.

When was the last Brilliance of the Seas dry dock? The Brilliance of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2018. For renovation details, please see below.

In 2018, the Brilliance of the Seas received the Oasis Class Upgrades. at a cost of roughly $30 million. Additions include Giovanni’s Table Trattoria, Chef’s Table, Izumi sushi restaurant, Park Café, Rita’s Cantina Mexican restaurant, and an English pub. The Centrum was entirely transormed. The five-story venue features the R Bar and a new high-flying aerial act. Diamond Club and Crown and Anchor Society venues have been completely updated. Flatscreen TV's were added to all cabins. An LED movie screen was added to the pool deck.

To see how this compares, click through to see Brilliance of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Brilliance of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Enchantment of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Enchantment of the Seas built? The Enchantment of the Seas was built in 1997. She is among Royal Caribbean's Vision Class of ships.

When was the last Enchantment of the Seas dry dock? The Enchantment of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2012. For renovation details, please see below.

The Enchantment of the Seas experienced dry dock improvements in 2012. Prior to this, a significant retrofit was done in 2005. During that dry dock, a 73-foot section was added to the Enchantment of the Seas.

To see how this compares, click through to see Enchantment of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Enchantment of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Explorer of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Explorer of the Seas built? The Explorer of the Seas was built in 2000. She is among Royal Caribbean's Voyager Class of ships.

When was the last Explorer of the Seas dry dock? The Explorer of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2020. For renovation details, please see below.

During the Spring of 2020, the Explorer of the Seas experienced a significant drydock costing roughly $110 million. Additions include the following: Cyclone, Typhoon & Tidal Wave waterslides; new pool deck with hammocks, day beds, casitas, and chaise lounge chairs; Lime & Coconut Bar; new Solarium Deck; Giovanni's Italian Kitchen; Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade; Johnny Rockets; Starbucks; Clash for the Crystal City laser tag game; Adventure Ocean Kids Complex; and Teens-only club.

To see how this compares, click through to see Explorer of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Explorer of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Freedom of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Freedom of the Seas built? The Freedom of the Seas was built in 2006. She is among Royal Caribbean's Freedom Class of ships.

When was the last Freedom of the Seas dry dock? The Freedom of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2020. For renovation details, please see below.

In the Spring of 2020, the Freedom of the Seas received the "Royal Amplified" treatment. Renovations cost roughly $116 million. Renovations include the following: all cabins were renovated; new mini golf course; Cyclone and Typhoon waterslides; The Blaster water coaster; Riptide racing slide; Splashaway Bar; refurbished pool deck with day-beds, casitas, hammocks, and chaise lounge chairs; new Solarium; To Dry For blow dry bar; Lime & Coconut Bar; Bamboo Room; Johny Rockets; Playmakers Sports Bar; Starbucks; Royal Escape Room; El Loco Fresh Mexican Restaurant; Giovanni's Italian Kitchen; Hooked Seafood restaurant; Izumi Hibachi & Sushi; Clash for the Crystal City laser tag.

To see how this compares, click through to see Freedom of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Freedom of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Grandeur of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Grandeur of the Seas built? The Grandeur of the Seas was built in 1996. She is among Royal Caribbean's Vision Class of ships.

When was the last Grandeur of the Seas dry dock? The Grandeur of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2017. For renovation details, please see below.

In 2017, Grandeur of the Seas underwent a minor renovation. Cabins were updated and the ship added their new VOOM fast-speed internet service.

To see how this compares, click through to see Grandeur of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Grandeur of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Harmony of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Harmony of the Seas built? The Harmony of the Seas was built in 2016. She is among Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class of ships.

When was the last Harmony of the Seas dry dock? The Harmony of the Seas has not experienced a dry dock as it's one of Royal Caribbean's newest ships.

In April of 2021, the Harmony of the Seas experienced dry dock improvements. These included a minor technical renovation.

To see how this compares, click through to see Harmony of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Harmony of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Independence of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Independence of the Seas built? The Independence of the Seas was built in 2008. She is among Royal Caribbean's Freedom Class of ships.

When was the last Independence of the Seas dry dock? The Independence of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2018. For renovation details, please see below.

In April 2018, the Independence of the Seas experienced dry dock improvements. Additions include the following: Splashaway Bay Aqua Park; Cyclone, Typhoon, and Boomerango water slides, Izumi Japanese sushi & teppanyaki restaurant; Escape Room; trampoline park; laster tag course; ice rink, FlowRider surf simulator; upgraded Royal Theater; Panoramic Ocean View stateroom upgrade; Fish and Ships poolside bar; Sugar Beach candy shop.

To see how this compares, click through to see Independence of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Independence of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Jewel of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Jewel of the Seas built? The Jewel of the Seas was built in 2004. She is among Royal Caribbean's Radiance Class of ships.

When was the last Jewel of the Seas dry dock? The Jewel of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2016. For renovation details, please see below.

In May 2016, the Jewel of the Seas experience dry dock improvements. Upgrades included the following: new cabins and stateroom renovations; Giovanni's Table Italian restaurant; Izumi Japanese restaurant; Vintages wine bar; new children's Nursery, VOOM high-speed internet; pool deck JumboTron; new Concierge Club; Chops Grille, Spa improvements and new shopping venues.

To see how this compares, click through to see Jewel of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Jewel of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Liberty of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Liberty of the Seas built? The Liberty of the Seas was built in 2007. She is among Royal Caribbean's Freedom Class of ships.

When was the last Liberty of the Seas dry dock? The Liberty of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2016. For renovation details, please see below.

In February 2016, the Liberty of the Seas experienced dry dock improvements. Upgrades include the following: 89 added cabins (26 panoramic oceanviews, one 2-bedroom family suite, 24 new outside, and balcony staterooms); Cyclone, Typhoon, and Boomerango waterslides; Splashaway Bay aquapark; Izumi Japanese restaurant, Giovanni's Italian restaurant; Chops Grille steakhouse, Vintages bar, Sabor Mexican restaurant; children's Nursery; pool deck JumboTron; flatscreens added to all staterooms; VOOM high-speed internet service.

To see how this compares, click through to see Liberty of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Liberty of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Mariner of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Mariner of the Seas built? The Mariner of the Seas was built in 2003. She is among Royal Caribbean's Voyager Class of ships.

When was the last Mariner of the Seas dry dock? The Mariner of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2018. For renovation details, please see below.

The Mariner of the Seas experienced dry dock renovations in 2019 at a cost of roughly $90 million. Imrpovements included the following upgrades: Sky Pad - a new bungee jump trampoline park with virtual reality experience; Laser Tag feature; Bamboo Room; Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade; Retro Lounge.

To see how this compares, click through to see Mariner of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Mariner of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Navigator of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Navigator of the Seas built? The Navigator of the Seas was built in 2002. She is among Royal Caribbean's Voyager Class of ships.

When was the last Navigator of the Seas dry dock? The Navigator of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2019. For renovation details, please see below.

In February 2019, the Navigator of the Seas experienced dry dock renovations. Upgrades include the following: virtual balconies; Cyclone and Typhoon waterslides; 800 foot long The Blaster raft slide; Riptide waterslide with tubes; renovated pool deck with Splash Pads; Lime and Coconut Bar; To Dry For blog-dry bar; Bamboo Room lounge; Johnny Rockets; Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade; Starbucks; El Loco Fresh Mexican restaurant; Jamie's Italian restaurant; Hooked Seafood restaurant; Royal Escape Room; mini golf course; laser tag course.

To see how this compares, click through to see Navigator of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Navigator of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Oasis of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Oasis of the Seas built? The Oasis of the Seas was built in 2009. She is among Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class of ships.

When was the last Oasis of the Seas dry dock? The Oasis of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2019. For renovation details, please see below.

In October 2019, the Oasis of the Seas experienced dry dock renovations. Upgrades include the following costing roughly $165 million: Blaze Comedy Club; new Diamond Lounge; Spotlight karaoke bar; new shopping venues; Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade; Ultimate Abyss waterslide; Sugar Beach; 51 new staterooms; Central Park Library; updgraded Adventure Ocean kids park; Royal Escape Room; The Perfect Storm aquapark with three waterslides; Lime and Coconut Bar; Splashaway Bay aquapark; Portside BBQ restaurant; El Loco Fresh outdoor food venue; two new hot tubs; Ultimate Abyss 10 story waterslide; Music Hall dancing lounge; Bionic Bar with robot bartenders; Clash for the City laser tag.

To see how this compares, click through to see Oasis of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Oasis of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Odyssey of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Odyssey of the Seas built? The Odyssey of the Seas was built in 2021. She is among Royal Caribbean's Quantum-Ultra Class of ships.

When was the last Odyssey of the Seas dry dock? The Odyssey of the Seas has not experienced a dry dock as it's one of Royal Caribbean's newest ships.

The Odyssey of the Seas is one of Royal Caribbean's newest ships and has no scheduled dry docks.

To see how this compares, click through to see Odyssey of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Odyssey of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.

Ovation of the Seas Year Built & Renovated

When was the Ovation of the Seas built? The Ovation of the Seas was built in 2016. She is among Royal Caribbean's Quantum Class of ships.

When was the last Ovation of the Seas dry dock? The Ovation of the Seas last experienced a dry dock in 2019. For renovation details, please see below.

In 2021, the Ovation of the Seas experienced dry dock improvements including general maintenance items such as paint and engine upkeep.

To see how this compares, click through to see Ovation of the Seas age vs all Royal Caribbean ships. There you’ll find graphs showing build date, length, capacity and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.

Also check out the Ovation of the Seas Deck Plans. You’ll find detailed floorplans as well as a full list of Things to Do on the ship.