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Carnival Freedom

25 upcoming departures  ·  25 itineraries

Carnival Freedom is a 2,974-guest Carnival Cruise Line cruise ship, in service since 2007. This page lists 25 upcoming departures across 25 itineraries in Caribbean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities ✓ Travelers who prefer many casual included dining venues ✓ Guests seeking waterslides, pools and outdoor activities
Class Conquest
Built / Refurb 2007 / 2023
Gross Tonnage 110,000
Guests 2,974
Crew 1,150
Length 290.0 m
Beam 35.4 m
Decks 13
Cabins 1,490
Max speed 22.0 kn
Flag Panama
Guests per crew 2.6
Space ratio 37

Carnival Freedom at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 78%

A large ship at 110,000 gross tons — #117 of 566 ships we track. 37 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities
  • Travelers who prefer many casual included dining venues
  • Guests seeking waterslides, pools and outdoor activities
  • Cruisers who enjoy production shows, comedy and nightlife
  • Suite guests wanting larger accommodations and balconies

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking a small, quiet ship
  • Guests wanting extensive luxury specialty dining
  • Passengers needing an adults-only shipwide environment
  • Travelers who prefer newer contemporary ship design

Live Position ● 33 minutes ago

Heading to: Port Canaveral

Currently on: 13 Nights Transatlantic Cruise (13 nights) — Currently at Celebration Key, The Bahamas

Barcelona, Spain → Alicante, Spain → Malaga, Spain → Gibraltar → Celebration Key, The Bahamas → Port Canaveral (Orlando), Fl
Coming up
  1. Port Canaveral arrives 08:00 AM end of cruise
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Carnival Freedom

Carnival Freedom is a Conquest-class ship that entered service in 2007 and remains in Carnival Cruise Line’s active fleet. The 110,000-gross-ton ship accommodates 2,980 guests at double occupancy and has 13 passenger decks, 1,490 staterooms, extensive family programming, multiple pools, WaterWorks, specialty dining, live entertainment, a casino, and adult-oriented relaxation areas. A substantial refurbishment in 2023 restored its winged funnel and refreshed public spaces and guest facilities.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Carnival Cruise Line
Builder / shipyard
Fincantieri Cantieri Navali
Registry / flag
Panama (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
3EBL5
IMO number
9333149
MMSI
371154000
Draft
8.2 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship combines a traditional Carnival layout with WaterWorks, a Seaside Theatre, multiple pools, a casino, sports areas, and a Serenity adult retreat. Its 2023 refurbishment added the current red-white-and-blue exterior livery, a new funnel, Heroes Tribute Bar, and other venue enhancements.

For families

Families have access to WaterWorks, Camp Ocean, Circle C, Club O2, youth activities, pools, sports facilities, and supervised programming for children and teenagers.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include a spa, fitness center, Serenity adult-only retreat, jogging areas, pools, and outdoor relaxation spaces.

Accessibility

Carnival provides accessible staterooms, accessible deck-plan information, accessible public routes, and a pool lift on Carnival Freedom. Guests are directed to Carnival Guest Access Services for cabin-specific details.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 5

Victoriana Main Lounge International Aft Lounge Scotts Piano Bar Swingtime Jazz Club Alchemy Bar 70's Night Club RedFrog Pub Centuries Bar Babylon Casino Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge JavaBlue Cafe The Fun Shops Cherry on Top The Warehouse The Centuries Promenade Carnival Adventures Store The Decades Atrium Stage

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeCabinsSizeBalconySleepsDecks
Interior Upper/LowerCategory 1A; single-bed layouts with an upper Pullman or sofa bed in some rooms. Inside 21 160 sq ft — 2 1, 2, 6, 7, 8
PortholeCategory PT; two porthole windows. Inside 6 170 sq ft — 4 1, 2
InteriorCategories 4A through 4H. Inside 541 170 sq ft — 4 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Interior with Picture Window (Walkway View)Category 4J; the window faces an exterior walkway and has a partially obstructed view. Inside 16 170 sq ft — 4 6, 7, 9, 10

Dining, bars & venues

24 included 4 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

The Chic Restaurant Included
Deck 3–4
One of the ship's two main dining rooms, arranged across the Lobby and Atlantic decks.
The Posh Restaurant Included
Deck 3–4
The larger split-level main dining room.
Pizza Pirate Included
Deck 9
A casual venue serving pizza around the clock.
Freedom Restaurant Included
Deck 9
The ship's buffet-style international food court.
Blue Iguana Cantina Included
Deck 9
A counter-service venue serving tacos and burritos.
Guy's Burger Joint Included
Deck 9
A poolside counter serving burgers and hand-cut fries.
The Deli Included
Deck 9
A casual counter serving sandwiches, paninis and sides.
Bonsai Sushi Express Extra cost
Deck 9
A casual sushi counter serving rolls and sashimi.
Seafood Shack Extra cost
Deck 9
A seafood counter with à la carte selections.
Sun King Steakhouse Extra cost
Deck 10
A specialty restaurant serving steaks and seafood.
Mongolian Wok
Deck 9
Grand Buffet Included
Deck 9
Chicken, Waffles & Waves
Deck 10
JavaBlue Cafe
Deck 5

Bars & lounges

Habana Bar Varies
Deck 4
A bar and lounge with Latin and jazz entertainment.
Scotts Piano Bar Varies
Deck 5
A piano bar with live sing-along entertainment.
Swingtime Jazz Club Varies
Deck 5
A bar hosting activities such as karaoke and trivia.
Alchemy Bar Varies
Deck 5
A cocktail bar styled around a pharmacy theme.
RedFrog Pub Varies
Deck 5
A Caribbean-themed pub with drinks, snacks and live music.
Centuries Bar Varies
Deck 5
A quieter promenade bar.
Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge Varies
Deck 5
A military-themed bar and lounge.
Blue Iguana Tequila Bar Varies
Deck 9
A poolside bar serving tequila drinks, beer and frozen beverages.
RedFrog Rum Bar Varies
Deck 9
A poolside bar specializing in rum drinks and beer.

History & sister ships

  1. 2007Entered service, built by Fincantieri Cantieri Navali.
  2. 2014A major Fun Ship 2.0 refurbishment added Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, BlueIguana Tequila Bar, RedFrog Rum Bar, RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar, Cherry on Top, Playlist Productions, The Warehouse arcade, Hasbro gaming and Dr. Seuss Bookville.
  3. 2019A three-week dry dock added WaterWorks, Bonsai Sushi Express and an expanded Deli, redesigned retail areas, and relocated the mini-golf course to Deck 11.
  4. 2023A dry dock replaced the funnel, added the red-white-blue hull livery, introduced Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge and Dreams Studio, expanded the casino, and upgraded staterooms and public areas.
  5. 2026A 35-day dry dock added a new whale-tail funnel, expanded the casino, refreshed the arcade and retail spaces, and made accessibility improvements.

Other Conquest ships

Where Carnival Freedom sails, month by month

Oct
26
Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
Caribbean 1 3 1 2 0 2 0 3 1 0 0 0
Canada & New England 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2
From / night $152 $50 $144 $57 0 $94 0 $75 $103 0 0 $96

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in November 2026 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

15 Nights

15 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise

From $1,207 · $80/night
Ports of Call
Next: May 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
3 Nights

3 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $456 · $152/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 30, 2026
1 upcoming departure
4 Nights

4 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $301 · $75/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 12, 2026
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $532 · $106/night
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 27, 2027
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $468 · $94/night
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $284 · $57/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $312 · $62/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $719 · $144/night
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 23, 2026
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Bahamas Cruise

From $251 · $50/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 2, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 25 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 30, 2026Nov 2, 20263 Nights Bahamas Cruise3CaribbeanBook →
Nov 2, 2026Nov 7, 20265 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Nov 12, 2026Nov 16, 20264 Nights Bahamas Cruise4CaribbeanBook →
Nov 21, 2026Nov 26, 20265 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Dec 23, 2026Dec 28, 20265 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 2, 2027Jan 7, 20275 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Jan 2, 2027Jan 7, 20275 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Mar 8, 2027Mar 13, 20275 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
Mar 27, 2027Apr 1, 20275 Nights Bahamas Cruise5CaribbeanBook →
May 8, 2027May 23, 202715 Nights Southern Caribbean Cruise15CaribbeanBook →
May 23, 2027May 29, 20276 Nights Bahamas Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
May 29, 2027Jun 6, 20278 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Jun 20, 2027Jun 26, 20276 Nights Bermuda Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Sep 4, 2027Sep 12, 20278 Nights Canada / New England Cruise8Canada & New EnglandBook →
Sep 18, 2027Sep 26, 20278 Nights Canada / New England Cruise8Canada & New EnglandBook →
Oct 24, 2027Oct 30, 20276 Nights Bermuda Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Nov 7, 2027Nov 13, 20276 Nights Bahamas Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Nov 13, 2027Nov 21, 20278 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Nov 21, 2027Nov 27, 20276 Nights Bahamas Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Dec 5, 2027Dec 11, 20276 Nights Bahamas Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Jan 22, 2028Jan 30, 20288 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
Jan 30, 2028Feb 5, 20286 Nights Bahamas Cruise6CaribbeanBook →
Mar 18, 2028Mar 26, 20288 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →
May 13, 2028May 21, 20288 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise8CaribbeanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 25 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Carnival Freedom FAQ

What flag does Carnival Freedom sail under?

Carnival Freedom is registered in Panama.

How many passengers does Carnival Freedom hold?

Carnival Freedom carries about 2,974 guests with roughly 1,150 crew.

How old is Carnival Freedom?

Carnival Freedom entered service in 2007 and was last refurbished in 2023.

How big is Carnival Freedom?

At 110,000 gross tons and 290 m long, Carnival Freedom is a large ship — larger than 78% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on Carnival Freedom?

Most evenings use Cruise Casual attire. Selected evenings may be Cruise Elegant, while the Lido buffet has a more relaxed dress code than the main dining rooms.

Which dining venues are included in the fare?

The main dining rooms, buffet, pizza, Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina and The Deli are included. Specialty venues such as the steakhouse, sushi and seafood outlets generally charge separately.

Are gratuities added on Carnival Freedom?

Carnival applies daily gratuities to stateroom and dining service, and service charges also apply to many beverage and specialty dining purchases.

Is Wi-Fi available on Carnival Freedom?

The ship provides satellite internet access. Carnival sells separate Wi-Fi plans, and access and speed depend on the plan purchased.

Is Carnival Freedom accessible for passengers with disabilities?

The ship has accessible routes, accessible staterooms, lifts and accessible public restrooms identified in Carnival's accessible deck plan. Guests should contact Carnival's Guest Access Services before sailing for specific requirements.

What children’s facilities are onboard?

Camp Ocean serves children ages 2 to 12, Circle C is for ages 12 to 14, and Club O2 is for ages 15 to 17. Programming and capacity can vary by sailing.