Carnival Radiance

Built to go everywhere. Designed to make you forget everything else.

2000 · Refurbished 2021

Year Built

2,764

Guests

Sunshine Class

Class

102,232

Pools

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Transformed from Carnival Victory via a $200M rebuild into the Sunshine class. Home to Shaquille O'Neal's Big Chicken restaurant, Guy's Pig & Anchor, Cucina del Capitano, and three-deck Serenity sun deck.

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

Included

Guy's Burger Joint & BlueIguana Cantina

Hand-Smashed Burgers, Fresh Tacos & Burritos

Included

Guy's Pig & Anchor Smokehouse / Pizzeria del Capitano

Wood-Smoked BBQ & 24/7 Artisan Pizza

Included

Specialty & Surcharge Dining

Fahrenheit 555 / Prime Steakhouse

Prime Dry-Aged Cuts & Lobster

$49 pp

Reservation required

Cucina del Capitano

Family-Style Italian Trattoria (Free at lunch)

$24 pp dinner

Reservation required

Bonsai Teppanyaki / Sushi

Interactive Hibachi & Sushi Rolls

$42 pp / À la carte

Reservation required

Specialty dining (extra charge)

Drinks (extra charge)

Room service included

Dietary Options

Gluten-FreeVegan

Wellness & Relaxation

Fitness Center

Gym included

Pools

Hot Tubs

Medical Center

✓

Pool Lift

✓

Wheelchair Rentals

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GoCruiseTravel.com Ship Data

42/100

mainstream — extras sold separately

2,764

guests

GoCruiseTravel.com tracks 0 upcoming sailings on Carnival Radiance (Carnival Cruise Line). Built 2000 (refurbished 2021), 2,764 guests, 102,232 GT. Amenities: 2 pools, 5 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 Radiance has 30 accessible cabins.

Pool LiftWheelchair RentalsElevators: 16

Ask anything about Carnival Radiance

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

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Upcoming Voyages on Carnival Radiance

No upcoming sailings for this ship.

Quick answers

Frequently Asked Questions

How many passengers does Carnival Radiance hold?

Carnival Radiance carries 2,764 guests at double occupancy and up to 3,470 at maximum capacity.

When was Carnival Radiance built?

Carnival Radiance was built in 2000 and most recently refurbished in 2021.

Which cruise line operates Carnival Radiance?

Carnival Radiance is operated by Carnival Cruise Line.

Does Carnival Radiance have swimming pools?

Carnival Radiance features 2 swimming pool(s) onboard.

Is there self-service laundry on Carnival Radiance?

Yes, Carnival Radiance features self-service passenger laundromats onboard.

Which restaurants are included on Carnival Radiance?

Included restaurants on Carnival Radiance 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).