Two Royal Caribbean International ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
Legend of the Seas (2026) is the newer ship by 3 years versus Icon of the Seas (2023).
| Spec | Icon of the Seas | Legend of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2023 | 2026 |
| Tonnage | 248,663 GT | 248,663 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 5,610 | 5,610 |
| Guests (max) | 7,600 | 7,600 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.