How many passengers does Carnival Freedom hold?
Carnival Freedom carries 2,980 guests at double occupancy and up to 3,700 at maximum capacity.
Carnival Cruise Line · Conquest Class
Carnival Freedom
The Carnival Freedom is your floating time machine, designed to take you on a nostalgic trip through different decades with plenty of onboard fun and food to match.
2007 · Refurbished 2023
Year Built
2,980
Guests
Conquest Class
Class
110,556
GT
3
Pools
Conquest-class vessel celebrating different decades of human history. Equipped with Seafood Shack, Guy's Burger Joint, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, WaterWorks slides, and Seaside Theater dive-in movies.
Dining & Drinks
Signature Culinary Program
Guy Fieri, Emeril Lagasse & Shaquille O'Neal Casual Included Dining
Included Restaurants
Main Dining Rooms
Three-Course American & Melting Chocolate Cake
Guy's Burger Joint & BlueIguana Cantina
Hand-Smashed Burgers, Fresh Tacos & Burritos
Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse / Pizzeria del Capitano
Wood-Smoked BBQ & 24/7 Artisan Pizza
Specialty & Surcharge Dining
Fahrenheit 555 / Prime Steakhouse
Prime Dry-Aged Cuts & Lobster
Reservation required
Cucina del Capitano
Family-Style Italian Trattoria (Free at lunch)
Reservation required
Bonsai Teppanyaki / Sushi
Interactive Hibachi & Sushi Rolls
Reservation required
Specialty dining (extra charge)
Drinks (extra charge)
Room service included
Dietary Options
Gluten-FreeVegan
Wellness & Relaxation
Fitness Center
Gym included
Pools
3
Hot Tubs
7
Medical Center
✓
Pool Lift
✓
Wheelchair Rentals
✓
Where Carnival Freedom sails
Ports on this ship's regular rotation — click any for a feel of it before you pack.
Things to do in Cape Canaveral
K
MuseumPhoto: Wikimedia Commons (Aerial View of Launch Complex 39.jpg)
Kennedy Space Center
A full Saturn V rocket laid horizontal for inspection — 363 feet of the hardware that put people on the moon. The Apollo/Saturn V Center, Rocket Garden, and bus tours to historic Launch Complex 39 are all on one ticket. Plan four hours minimum.
🕒 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily (hours vary; check ahead — closed some launch days)
~13.5 km away
S
MuseumPhoto: Wikimedia Commons (STS132 Atlantis undocking2 (cropped).jpg)
Space Shuttle Atlantis
Thirty-three missions, now suspended at the angle it held in orbit with payload bay doors open for good. Inside KSC on the same ticket — and yes, people cry in there.
🕒 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily (included with KSC Visitor Complex admission)
~14.7 km away
C
BeachPhoto: Wikimedia Commons (Indian River Lagoon National Scenic Byway - Clouds Over Cocoa Beach - NARA - 7719507.jpg)
Cocoa Beach
Atlantic beach about 15 minutes south of the port, with the famous Ron Jon Surf Shop — a two-story surf emporium worth walking through even if you've never touched a board. Easy half-day.
~8.8 km away
U
MuseumPhoto: Wikimedia Commons (Kennedy Space Center (36017532512).jpg)
United States Astronaut Hall of Fame
Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo artifacts alongside the biography of every inductee — it's inside KSC now on the same ticket. If you've ever wanted to see what John Glenn looked like at 20, this is the building.
🕒 9:00 am – 5:00 pm daily (included with KSC Visitor Complex admission)
~14.6 km away
GoCruiseTravel.com Ship Data
49
Sailings tracked
42/100
mainstream — extras sold separately
2,980
guests
GoCruiseTravel.com tracks 49 upcoming sailings on Carnival Freedom (Carnival Cruise Line). Built 2007 (refurbished 2023), 2,980 guests, 110,556 GT. Amenities: 3 pools, 7 hot tubs, self-laundry, accessible cabins, medical center. Carnival Cruise Line Perk Score: 42/100 (mainstream — extras sold separately) — room service.
Accessible Travel
Traveling with accessibility needs? Carnival Freedom has 28 accessible cabins.
Pool LiftWheelchair RentalsElevators: 18
Ask anything about Carnival Freedom
Policies at a Glance
PetsNot Allowed
Balcony SmokingAllowed
Smoking & Cigar LoungesDesignated outdoor upper deck area + smoking casino section for active players; strictly no balcony smoking ($500 fine).
Dress CodeCasual
Formal NightsYes
The Details
Can I do laundry onboard?
Yes — self-service laundry available
What voltage are the cabins?
110V & 220V
Is there a dress code?
Casual
Are there formal nights?
Yes — formal nights onboard
Can I smoke on the balcony?
Yes — balcony smoking allowed
USB in Cabins
✓
Upcoming Voyages on Carnival Freedom
NOV 12, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
Details
NOV 16, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
Details
NOV 21, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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NOV 26, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
Details
NOV 30, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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DEC 5, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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DEC 10, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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DEC 14, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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DEC 19, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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DEC 23, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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DEC 28, 2026
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 2, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 7, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 11, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 16, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 21, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 25, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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JAN 30, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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FEB 4, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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FEB 8, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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FEB 13, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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FEB 18, 2027
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The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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FEB 22, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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FEB 27, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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MAR 4, 2027
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The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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MAR 13, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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MAR 18, 2027
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The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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MAR 22, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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MAR 27, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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APR 1, 2027
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The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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APR 5, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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APR 10, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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APR 15, 2027
Round-trip
The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Cape Canaveral
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APR 19, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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APR 24, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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APR 29, 2027
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The Bahamas
4N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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MAY 3, 2027
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The Bahamas
5N · 5 ports
The Bahamas
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NOV 7, 2027
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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NOV 21, 2027
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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DEC 5, 2027
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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DEC 27, 2027
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Norfolk
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JAN 2, 2028
Round-trip
The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Norfolk
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JAN 16, 2028
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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JAN 30, 2028
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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FEB 13, 2028
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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FEB 27, 2028
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Norfolk
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MAR 12, 2028
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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MAR 26, 2028
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The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
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APR 9, 2028
Round-trip
The Bahamas
6N · 4 ports
The Bahamas
Round-trip Norfolk
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Quick answers
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Carnival Freedom built?
Carnival Freedom was built in 2007 and most recently refurbished in 2023.
Which cruise line operates Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Freedom is operated by Carnival Cruise Line.
How many cruises are available on Carnival Freedom?
49 active sailings on Carnival Freedom are currently bookable.
Does Carnival Freedom have swimming pools?
Carnival Freedom features 3 swimming pool(s) onboard.
Is there self-service laundry on Carnival Freedom?
Yes, Carnival Freedom features self-service passenger laundromats onboard.
Which restaurants are included on Carnival Freedom?
Included restaurants on Carnival Freedom feature Main Dining Rooms, Guy's Burger Joint & BlueIguana Cantina, Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse / Pizzeria del Capitano, while specialty venues with a surcharge include Fahrenheit 555 / Prime Steakhouse ($49 pp), Cucina del Capitano ($24 pp dinner), Bonsai Teppanyaki / Sushi ($42 pp / À la carte).
Who sails this line
Typical age
35-55
Primary markets
US · CA · AU · UK
Onboard languages
en
Kids onboard
Common — family-friendly programming
Sister Ships · Conquest Class
Vessels built to the same architectural blueprint, sharing deck layouts, signature venues, and hull dimensions.
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Conquest Class · 2,980 guests · 2002
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