Signature highlights
The Grand Atrium, Headliners Theatre, Crystal Room, four swimming pools and a broad range of bars and restaurants are central features. The ship also offers dedicated family activities and a cookery club.
Britannia
Britannia is a 3,647-guest P&O Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2015. This page lists 87 upcoming departures across 60 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Families wanting children's clubs and family dining
✓ Solo travelers seeking dedicated single cabins
✓ First-time cruisers wanting many included activities
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Britannia at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 88%
A large ship at 143,730 gross tons — #63 of 565 ships we track. 39 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Families wanting children's clubs and family dining
- Solo travelers seeking dedicated single cabins
- First-time cruisers wanting many included activities
- Passengers who enjoy formal entertainment and live music
- Travelers wanting a broad mix of dining venues
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking a small-ship atmosphere
- Guests wanting extensive ocean-view cabin choice
- Passengers avoiding formal evening dress
- Travelers wanting an adults-only ship
- Guests who prefer a ship with few public venues
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: FunchalCurrently on: Spain Portugal And Canary Islands, 14 Nights (14 nights) — En route to Madeira, Portugal — last stop Southampton, UK
Southampton, UK
→ Madeira, Portugal
→ Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
→ Tenerife, Spain
→ Gran Canaria, Spain
→ Arrecife de Lanzarote, Spain
→ Cadiz (tours to Seville) , Spain
→ Lisbon, Portugal
→ Southampton, UK
Coming up
- Funchal arrives 08:00
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria arrives 09:00
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife arrives 08:00
15.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Britannia
Britannia is a large P&O Cruises flagship designed for families, solo travellers and first-time cruisers. The 2015-built ship combines a multi-level atrium with numerous restaurants, bars, theatre entertainment, pools and dedicated family facilities. Its accommodation ranges from inside and balcony cabins to suites, while the 2024 refurbishment refreshed selected public areas and onboard features.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- P&O Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy
- Registry / flag
- Bermuda (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- ZCHH2
- IMO number
- 9614036
- MMSI
- 310858000
- Draft
- 8.5 m
Onboard Experience
For families
Britannia is marketed toward families and provides family activities, children’s facilities and selected five-berth accommodation options subject to availability.
Pools, spa & wellness
Wellness facilities include the Oasis Spa, treatment rooms and relaxation services, alongside swimming pools and open-deck spaces.
Accessibility
Accessible accommodation and onboard assistance are available through P&O Cruises, with specific arrangements depending on the guest’s requirements.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 18 · Sports Deck
The Arena Sunbathing Bar Golf Nets The PromenadeDeck 17 · Sun Deck
The Terrace Pool The Retreat Whirlpool Serenity Pool & Bar Splashers Scubas H2O Pool Bar Surfers (The Reef) Nursery / Night Nursery Children's Play Area Deck Games The Cookery Club Gym Aerobics StudioDeck 16 · Lido Deck
The Beach House Lido Bar Lido Grill Horizon Restaurant Riviera Pool Lido Pool The Pizzeria Epicurean Ivory Suite The Marylebone Suite Crow's Nest Library Sunset Bar Ice Cream Riviera Bar Single Balcony Single InsideDeck 15 · A Deck
Suite Superior Deluxe Balcony Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Larger Inside Standard InsideDeck 14 · B Deck
Suite Superior Deluxe Balcony Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Larger Inside Standard InsideDeck 12 · C Deck
Suite Superior Deluxe Balcony Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Larger Inside Standard InsideDeck 11 · D Deck
Suite Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Standard InsideDeck 10 · E Deck
Suite Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Standard InsideDeck 9 · F Deck
Suite Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Standard InsideDeck 8 · G Deck
Suite Standard with Sofa Standard Balcony Obstructed View with Sofa Obstructed View Standard InsideDeck 7 · Main Deck
Headliners Theatre The Glass House The Crystal Room The Studio The Live Lounge Sindhu Bar Java Photo Gallery Loyalty and Cruise Sales ShopDeck 6 · Tween Deck
Peninsular Restaurant Oriental Restaurant Headliners Theatre Brodie's Casino ShoppingDeck 5 · Landing Deck
The Limelight Club The Atrium Blue Bar Market Café Meridian Restaurant Art Gallery Shopping Reception Explorers Spa Shop Salon Hydrotherapy Suite Oasis Spa Treatment RoomsCabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SuiteBooking codes B1, B2, B4 and B5. | Suite | 64 | 382-937 sq ft | 4 | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15 |
| Superior Deluxe BalconyBooking codes DA, DB and DC. | Balcony | — | — | 4 | 12, 14, 15 |
| Standard with SofaBooking codes GA, GB, GC, GD, GE and GF. | Balcony | — | — | 4 | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15 |
| Standard BalconyBooking codes HA, HB, HC, HD, HE and HF. | Balcony | — | — | 4 | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15 |
Dining, bars & venues
19 included 5 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
The Limelight Club
Extra cost
A reservation-only dining and entertainment venue.
Market Café
Extra cost
A café serving sweet and savoury items.
Peninsular Restaurant
Included
A main dining restaurant offering Club or Freedom dining.
Meridian Restaurant
Included
A main dining restaurant serving included meals.
Oriental Restaurant
Included
A main restaurant used for Club Dining.
The Glass House
Extra cost
A tapas and wine venue.
Sindhu
Extra cost
An Indian-British fusion restaurant.
The Beach House
Extra cost
A restaurant serving Latin American and Caribbean-inspired dishes.
Lido Grill
Included
A poolside grill serving casual food.
Horizon Restaurant
Included
The buffet restaurant serving casual meals.
Bars & lounges
Blue Bar
Varies
A bar located beside the central public areas.
Lido Bar
Varies
A poolside bar.
Horizon Bar
Varies
A bar serving the Lido Deck area.
History & sister ships
- 2015Entered service, built by Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy.
- 2024P&O Cruises refurbished Britannia, including updates to guest areas and accommodation.
Other Royal class ships
Where Britannia sails, month by month
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| Caribbean | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Mediterranean | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 19, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Feb 22, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 12, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 16, 2027
2 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 11, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Bridgetown, Barbados, St Maarten, Saint Maarten, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis +5 more
Next: Nov 13, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Bridgetown, Barbados, St Maarten, Saint Maarten, Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda, Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis +5 more
Next: Nov 14, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 27, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 28, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 60 itineraries and their departure dates
- Belgium And France, 4 Nights 19 Apr 2027
- Belgium And France, 5 Nights 22 Feb 2028
- Belgium And Germany, 5 Nights 12 Nov 2027
- Belgium, 3 Nights 16 Apr 2027, 25 Aug 2028
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 11 Nights 11 Dec 2026
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 13 Nov 2026
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 14 Nov 2026
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 27 Nov 2026
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 28 Nov 2026
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 8 Jan 2027, 5 Mar 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 9 Jan 2027, 6 Mar 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 22 Jan 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 23 Jan 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 5 Feb 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 6 Feb 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 19 Feb 2027
- Caribbean Islands Fly-Cruise, 14 Nights 20 Feb 2027
- Caribbean Transatlantic, 13 Nights 20 Mar 2027
- Caribbean Transatlantic, 14 Nights 19 Mar 2027
- Caribbean Transatlantic, 14 Nights 30 Oct 2026
- Caribbean Transatlantic, 15 Nights 30 Oct 2026
- Caribbean Winter Warmth 4 Jan 2029
- Caribbean Winter Warmth, 35 Nights 4 Jan 2028
- Central Mediterranean Discovery, 21 Nights 2 Jun 2028
- Christmas and New Year Canary Islands 21 Dec 2028
- Christmas And New Year Canary Islands, 14 Nights 21 Dec 2027
- Christmas And New Year Caribbean Escape, 17 Nights 22 Dec 2026
- Christmas And New Year Caribbean Escape, 28 Nights 11 Dec 2026
- Christmas In The Caribbean Islands, 14 Nights 12 Dec 2026
- Eastern Mediterranean Discovery, 21 Nights 4 Jun 2027
- Eastern Mediterranean Discovery, 21 Nights 27 Feb 2028
- Iceland, 14 Nights 2 Jul 2027
- Mediterranean - Spain France And Italy, 14 Nights 11 Aug 2028, 13 Oct 2028
- Mediterranean Islands, 14 Nights 30 Jul 2027, 5 May 2028, 30 Jun 2028, 28 Jul 2028
- Morocco and Cape Verde Discovery 27 Oct 2028
- New Year In The Caribbean Islands, 14 Nights 26 Dec 2026
- Northern Europe And Scandinavia 1 Sep 2028
- Northern Europe And Scandinavia 14 Apr 2028
- Northern Europe And Scandinavia, 14 Nights 27 Aug 2027
- Northern Europe And Scandinavia, 14 Nights 24 Sep 2027, 14 Jul 2028, 22 Sep 2028
- Northern European City Escape, 6 Nights 1 Dec 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 9 Apr 2027, 21 Apr 2028, 28 Apr 2028, 19 May 2028, 26 May 2028, 23 Jun 2028, 8 Sep 2028, 15 Sep 2028
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 23 Apr 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 30 Apr 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 28 May 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 25 Jun 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 14 May 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 10 Sep 2027
- Norwegian Fjords, 7 Nights 21 May 2027, 17 Sep 2027
- Portugal and Canary Islands 18 Nov 2028
- Portugal And Canary Islands, 12 Nights 2 Apr 2028
- Rotterdam, 4 Nights 28 Aug 2028, 14 Nov 2028
- Spain And France, 7 Nights 2 Apr 2027, 7 May 2027, 16 Jul 2027, 23 Jul 2027, 13 Aug 2027, 20 Aug 2027, 8 Oct 2027, 6 Oct 2028, 30 Nov 2028
- Spain France And Norwegian Fjords, 14 Nights 2 Apr 2027
- Spain Madeira And Canary Islands, 14 Nights 15 Oct 2027
- Spain Madeira And Canary Islands, 14 Nights 29 Oct 2027
- Spain Madeira And Canary Islands, 14 Nights 17 Nov 2027
- Spain Portugal And Canary Islands, 14 Nights 19 Mar 2028
- Spain Portugal And Canary Islands, 14 Nights 7 Dec 2027, 8 Feb 2028
- Spain, Portugal and Morocco 7 Dec 2028
All Upcoming Departures
Britannia FAQ
What flag does Britannia sail under?
Britannia is registered in Bermuda.
How many passengers does Britannia hold?
Britannia carries about 3,647 guests with roughly 1,350 crew.
How old is Britannia?
Britannia entered service in 2015 and was last refurbished in 2024.
How big is Britannia?
At 143,730 gross tons and 330 m long, Britannia is a large ship — larger than 88% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Britannia?
Evening dress codes vary by venue and may include Evening Casual or Black Tie. Dress codes do not apply to children aged 17 and under on family-friendly cruises.
Which dining is included on Britannia?
Included choices include the main Freedom and Club restaurants, Horizon buffet, poolside grill and pizzeria options, and afternoon tea. Specialty venues such as Sindhu, The Glass House, The Beach House, Epicurean and The Limelight Club cost extra.
Are gratuities included on Britannia?
P&O Cruises includes tipping and gratuities in the holiday fare, so no additional onboard tipping is required.
Is Wi-Fi included on Britannia?
Guest Wi-Fi for using the My Holiday service is available without charge. General internet access requires a Wi-Fi package and depends on satellite reception.
Does Britannia have accessible cabins and facilities?
Accessible cabins include features such as wider doorways, wheelchair manoeuvring space, wet-room bathrooms and grab rails. Accessible cabins must be booked through P&O Cruises or a travel agent rather than online.
What children's facilities are on Britannia?
The Reef provides children's and youth facilities, including Splashers, Scubas and H2O. P&O Cruises also provides children's menus, children's tea, a nursery for ages 0 to 2 and a night nursery for ages 0 to 4.