A globe-trotting Spirit Class ship: Tampa this winter, Alaska in 2027, then Hawaii from Long Beach.
Best for: Guests who want a mid-sized ship with mostly balcony rooms on a bucket-list route: a Tampa winter Caribbean cruise, Alaska from Seattle in summer 2027 or the first Carnival Hawaii cruises from Long Beach. Sails from Tampa, Seattle, Long Beach, Dover, Rome (Civitavecchia) in 2026 and 2027.
Carnival Legend is a Spirit Class ship built by Kvaerner Masa-Yards in Helsinki and in service since August 2002. At 88,500 gross tons and 963 feet she carries 2,134 guests with 930 crew on 12 decks, and the Spirit Class layout gives most staterooms an ocean view and the majority of those a balcony. A month-long refit at Chantier Naval de Marseille in spring 2024 refreshed her public rooms and added the Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge and Bonsai Sushi.
Her themes run to legends and myths, from the Truffles Restaurant and the Unicorn Café buffet to Club Merlin Casino and the Medusa’s Lair dance club. Included dining covers Lido Marketplace, Guy’s Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina and the Carnival Deli, with Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi and the Chef’s Table as specialty choices. On top are the Camelot and Avalon pools, the Green Thunder waterslide in WaterWorks, Serenity for adults and the Cloud 9 Spa.
The schedule is the draw. After a summer 2026 season in Europe from Dover and Civitavecchia, including an 11-day eclipse cruise, Carnival Legend sails from Tampa from November 2026 to March 2027 on six- to eight-day Western Caribbean, Bahamas and Panama cruises. A 16-day Panama Canal crossing takes her to Seattle for 22 week-long Alaska cruises from April 20, 2027, and in October 2027 she moves to Long Beach for Carnival’s first 14-day Hawaii cruises plus Mexican Riviera sailings through April 2028.
Winter 2026-27 from Tampa: six- to eight-day Western Caribbean, Bahamas and Panama cruises
22 week-long Alaska cruises from Seattle starting April 20, 2027, visiting Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway, Tracy Arm and Victoria
Carnival’s first Hawaii series from Long Beach from October 2027: 14-day Carnival Journeys to Honolulu, Maui, Kauai, Hilo and Kona
Green Thunder waterslide in WaterWorks, plus the Camelot and Avalon pools
Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Bonsai Sushi and the Chef’s Table
RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar, Billie’s Piano Bar and the Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge
Club Merlin Casino and the Medusa’s Lair dance club
Cloud 9 Spa and the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
Staterooms and suites
Interior
Standard Interior rooms and Interior with Window (Obstructed View) rooms that get some daylight past the lifeboats; a sensible choice on a short Tampa cruise.
Ocean View
Picture-window rooms on the lower decks, a comfortable middle option for Alaska and Panama where the scenery matters.
Balcony
The Spirit Class has balconies on most outside rooms: Balcony and Balcony (Obstructed View), larger Premium Balcony rooms with oversized balconies, Extended Balcony rooms with more lounging space and Aft-View Extended Balcony rooms facing the wake.
Suites
Junior Suites with a whirlpool tub and walk-in closet, Ocean Suites with a bigger balcony, Vista Suites with a wraparound balcony and a wall of windows and Grand Suites with a dressing area and vanity; suites include priority check-in and boarding, priority Main Dining Room time, priority specialty reservations, priority debarkation, a pillow-top mattress, bathrobes and a bag of wash-and-fold laundry.
Carnival Legend deck plans
Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.
Deck 12 - Sky
Deck 11 - Sports
Jogging Track, The Golden Fleece Steakhouse Balcony, Mini Golf.
Mini GolfPlay some mini golf on your way to the Caribbean.
Jogging TrackThe perfect place for good jog.
Deck 10 - Sun
Fitness Center, Club O2, Sliding Sky Dome, The Golden Fleece Steakhouse, Fitness Studio.
Fitness CenterGet fit to stay fabulous while cruising.
Club O2This is Club O2, the just-for-teens hangout on board Carnival.
Deck 9 - Lido
Fitness Center, Spas, Steam, Saunas, Spa Carnival, Helen of Troy Salon, Camelot Pool, Blueiguana Tequila Bar, Redfrog Rum Bar, Avalon Main Pool, Unicorn Cafe Lido Restuarant, Seafood Corner, Tastes Of The Nations, Deli, Lido Cafe, Pizza, Towel Bar, Serenity.
Fitness CenterGet fit to stay fabulous while cruising.
Spa CarnivalThis spa features premium beauty and wellness therapies, for premium results.
Helen of Troy SalonThe ultimate pampering is what you can expect in this tranquil place.
BlueIguana Tequila BarThe menu offers up Mexican favorites, including several brands of tequila and a slew of Mexican brews.
RedFrog Rum BarJoin the party at this poolside bar featuring a great selection of frog-approved Caribbean rum-based concoctions available by the glass or pitcher, plus plenty of Carnival’s signature private-label draft beer, Thirsty Frog Red.
Avalon Main PoolDive into cool refreshing water of the pool.
BlueIguana CantinaFreshly made tacos and burritos stuffed specially for your enjoyment.
Guy's Burger JointGuy Fieri to bring all the authentic appeal of a roadside burger shack to Guy’s Burger Joint, the cool poolside spot for hot burgers and hand-cut fries.
AtriumThere’s no place at sea as welcoming as the atrium - the welcome-aboard centre.
Unicorn Cafe Lido Restaurant There's an international smorgasbord of deliciousness in this casual restaurant.
The Carnival DeliChoose from old time favorites filled with juicy cuts of meat don't forget the kosher dill.
Salad BarLight, flavourful and fun - enjoy your veggies topped with your favourite dressing.
SerenityYou'll find yourself in is one of complete peace, sea breezes, swaying hammocks, and, of course, a nearby bar. It's the place to get done the kind of stuff you just can't seem to do anywhere else-reconnect with your partner, finish that book, or do absolutely, blissfully, nothing at all.
Circle CCircle C is the onboard spot for teens ages 12 to 14 to hang out, meet new friends, and enjoy a variety of activities.
Follies Main LoungeSee a show feel the energy, you'll still be in awe about it in the morning.
AtriumThe Atrium, the entrance to the ship and the heart of the vessel, creates the first impression of the experience to come.
Deck 3 - Atlantic
Follies Main Lounge, Enchanted Forests Interior Promenade, The Holmes Library and Internet, The Chapel, Hollywood Boulevard Upper Promenade, Billie's Piano Bar, The Fun Shops, Exterior Promenade, Studio, Photo Gallery, The Colossus Atrium, Round Table Conference Room, Odyssey Lounge, Truffles Restaurant, Cherry on Top.
Follies Main LoungeSee a show feel the energy, you'll still be in awe about it in the morning.
Enchanted Forest Interior PromenadeAn excellent place to regroup and decide which spot to explore next.
Hollywood Boulevard Upper PromenadeJust another awesome spot to chill and chat with friends.
Billie's Piano BarJoin in song around the piano bar-with no worries, even if you're slightly off key.
Cherry On TopA cruise is the perfect time to treat yourself to something sweet, and Cherry On Topâ„¢ happens to be the perfect place.
The Fun ShopsIf shopping is your favorite pastime then you must visit the duty free shops.
StudioThe photo gallery is loaded with some of your best cruise moments.
Photo GalleryPhoto Gallery.
Odyssey LoungeCatch up with friend, old and new.
Truffles RestaurantFeast on the amazing culinary creations.
Deck 2 - Promenade
Follies Main Lounge, Legend's Cafe, Trump Card Room, Atlantis Lounge, Truffles' Restaurant, Redfrog Pub, Legends Cafe, Dreamteam Sports Bar, Internet Cafe, Bar, Club Merlin Casino, Bonsai Sushi, Legend Lobby, Carnival Adventures, Guest Services, Medusa's Lair Dance Club, Alchemy Bar, The Private Club.
Follies Main LoungeSee a show feel the energy, you'll still be in awe about it in the morning.
Red Frog PubEnjoy some sweet tunes from live musicians and sip our tasty signature private-label brew, ThirstyFrog Red. So kick back and feel the island vibe come to life. You’ll be a local here before you know it.
Dream Team Sports BarDream Team Sports Bar.
Club Merlin CasinoYour heart pounds, palms sweat and, if you're lucky, you'll do a victory dance.
Bonsai SushiSo maybe you've had sushi on a cruise before, but you've never had it like Bonsai Sushi, the onboard seafood-and-soy-sauce spot. Dine amidst expertly-pruned bonsai trees while enjoying sit-down service and an affordable menu of delectable sushi and sashimi, plus rolls, soups, sides, sakes and desserts.
Legend LobbyMarvel at this spectacular atrium-grand enough for any dreamer.
Medusa's Lair Dance ClubFeel the energy, let go and get lost in the music as the as the DJ busts out the hits.
Alchemy BarChoose a remedy from the menu, to prescribe a custom elixir just for you, with or without alcohol.
Truffles RestaurantFeast on the amazing culinary creations.
Deck 1 - Riviera
Medusa's Lair Dance Club, Firebird Lounge, Galley, Staterooms.
4A Interior Stateroom6A Oceanview Stateroom
Firebird LoungeEnjoy karaoke, comedy shows and entertainment performances.
Medusa's Lair Dance ClubFell the energy, let go and get lost in the music as the DJ plays one hit after another.
Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.
On board Carnival Legend
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Dining on Carnival Legend
Lido Marketplace (Unicorn Café)Included
The Lido buffet with daily stations, the Carnival Deli and Swirls soft-serve.
Truffles RestaurantIncluded
The two-level main dining room with a three-course menu nightly and Seaday Brunch.
Guy’s Burger JointIncluded
Guy Fieri’s burgers and fries by the pool.
BlueIguana CantinaIncluded
Fresh tacos and burritos made to order.
The Carnival DeliIncluded
Hot and cold sandwiches through the day.
Fahrenheit 555 SteakhouseSpecialty
Carnival’s reservation-only steakhouse with prime cuts, seafood and a full wine list.
Bonsai SushiSpecialty
Sit-down sushi, sashimi and Japanese small plates priced per item.
The Chef’s TableSpecialty
Chef-hosted multi-course dinner for a small group with a galley tour.
Coffee BarSpecialty
Espresso drinks and pastries.
Entertainment and activities
Playlist Productions musical revues and Family Feud Live
The Punchliner Comedy Club
Green Thunder waterslide and WaterWorks, with the Camelot and Avalon pools
RedFrog Pub, Alchemy Bar, Billie’s Piano Bar and the Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge
Club Merlin Casino and the Medusa’s Lair dance club
Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
Cloud 9 Spa and fitness center
Families and who it suits
Three supervised youth areas cover the age bands: Camp Ocean for 2 to 11 (Penguins 2 to 5, Stingrays 6 to 8, Sharks 9 to 11), Circle C for 12 to 14 and Club O2 for 15 to 17. Dr. Seuss characters appear at Seuss at Sea storytime and breakfasts, and the Green Thunder slide gives older kids a thrill on sea days.
Best for: Guests who want a mid-sized ship with mostly balcony rooms on a bucket-list route: a Tampa winter Caribbean cruise, Alaska from Seattle in summer 2027 or the first Carnival Hawaii cruises from Long Beach.
Sails from: Tampa, Seattle, Long Beach, Dover, Rome (Civitavecchia) · Regions: Western Caribbean, Bahamas, Panama Canal, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexican Riviera, Europe
Days ashore
Shore excursions in Carnival Legend’s upcoming ports
The ports on Carnival Legend’s next sailings. Pick one to see the tours Shore Excursions Group runs there, book before you sail and skip the line at the pier.
Ports from sailings departing Oct 23, 2026 onward; itineraries vary by date and your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the ports for your sailing. Tours are sold and operated by Shore Excursions Group, an independent tour company; SmartCruiser earns a commission on bookings made through these links at no extra cost to you.
Carnival Legend questions we answer every day
How big is Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend is 88,500 gross tons and 963 feet long with 12 decks. Carnival lists her at 2,134 guests with 930 crew. She is a Spirit Class ship, long and narrow enough to fit the Panama Canal locks, which is why she can move between the Caribbean, Alaska and Hawaii in a single year.
Where does Carnival Legend sail in 2026 and 2027?
Summer 2026 was spent in Europe from Dover and Civitavecchia. From November 2026 to March 2027 she sails from Tampa on six- and seven-day Western Caribbean and Bahamas cruises, three eight-day Western Caribbean sailings and two eight-day Panama voyages. A Panama Canal crossing then takes her to Seattle for Alaska from April 20, 2027, and to Long Beach for Hawaii and Mexican Riviera cruises from October 2027.
What are the Hawaii cruises on Carnival Legend?
From October 2027 through April 2028 Carnival Legend sails 14-day Carnival Journeys round trip from Long Beach, California, to Honolulu, Maui, Kauai, Hilo and Kona with a call at Ensenada, Mexico. Carnival calls it its first Hawaii series, and ten sailings opened for booking. Six- and eight-day Mexican Riviera cruises to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlán, Cabo San Lucas, La Paz and Ensenada fill the weeks between.
Which staterooms are the best choice on Carnival Legend?
Most outside rooms on this ship have a balcony, so a standard Balcony room is the sensible default, and for Alaska or the Panama Canal it is worth it. Extended Balcony and Aft-View Extended Balcony rooms give more outdoor space, and the Vista Suites with wraparound balconies are the ones to ask for on a scenic itinerary.
What is included in the fare on Carnival Legend?
Truffles Restaurant, the Lido buffet, Guy’s Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, the Carnival Deli, Swirls, Seaday Brunch, Playlist Productions, Family Feud Live, the Punchliner Comedy Club, WaterWorks, the pools and Camp Ocean are included. Fahrenheit 555, Bonsai Sushi, the Chef’s Table, the Coffee Bar, bar drinks, Wi-Fi, the casino and Cloud 9 Spa treatments are extra.
What was added in the 2024 refurbishment?
Carnival Legend spent a month at Chantier Naval de Marseille from late April 2024 and returned to service in Barcelona on May 30, 2024. The refit refreshed decor and public rooms throughout and added the Heroes Tribute Bar & Lounge and a sit-down Bonsai Sushi, alongside the hull and technical work that keeps a 2002-built ship ready for Alaska and Hawaii.
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