Norwegian Cruise Line · Prima Class
Norwegian Viva: ship guide
Prima Class sister ship: Ocean Boulevard, the Viva Speedway, Europe or Galveston.
Best for: Couples and families who want a newer, roomier Norwegian ship for the Mediterranean and Greek Isles in summer or a no-fly Caribbean week from Galveston in winter. Sails from Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Ravenna (Venice), Istanbul, Galveston, Miami, San Juan in 2026 and 2027.
About Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Viva is the second Prima Class ship, delivered by Fincantieri in August 2023 and christened in Miami by Luis Fonsi. It shares Norwegian Prima’s layout: 142,500 gross tons, 3,195 guests at double occupancy, a crew of 1,506 and the Ocean Boulevard promenade that circles deck 8 with Infinity Beach, Oceanwalk glass bridges and the Indulge Outdoor Lounge. Guests get more space and more crew per person than on Norwegian’s larger Breakaway Plus ships.
The Viva Speedway is a three-level go-kart track, The Rush and The Drop are dry slides, the Galaxy Pavilion is a virtual reality arcade and Tee Time is the mini golf course. Dining follows the Prima model with Hudson’s and The Commodore Room as main dining rooms, the complimentary Indulge Food Hall and specialty restaurants including Onda by Scarpetta, Palomar, Hasuki and Nama. The Haven aft complex has private elevators, an infinity pool, restaurant and lounge, all with sea views.
Norwegian Viva spends summer 2026 in Europe on nine to 11 day Western Mediterranean and Greek Isles cruises from Barcelona, Rome, Ravenna and Istanbul, then sails a second winter from Galveston on seven-day Western Caribbean cruises from October 2026 to April 2027. Spring 2027 brings Caribbean sailings from Miami before another Europe season, and from November 2027 it sails Southern Caribbean loops from San Juan. It suits couples and families who want a newer, upscale ship.
- Ocean Boulevard, a 360-degree promenade with Infinity Beach and Oceanwalk glass bridges
- Viva Speedway three-level go-kart track
- The Rush racing slides and The Drop free-fall dry slide
- Indulge Food Hall with complimentary made-to-order counters
- Galaxy Pavilion virtual reality arcade and Tee Time mini golf
- The Haven with sea-view public rooms, private elevators and a three-bedroom suite
- Mandara Spa with saunas, pools and a two-level waterfall
- The Cavern Club Beatles tribute and Syd Norman’s Pour House
Staterooms and suites
Studio
About 9 square meter solo staterooms with no single supplement and access to the private Studio Lounge.
Inside
15 to 24 square meter interiors sleeping up to four, including family layouts; the best-value way aboard.
Oceanview
17 to 34 square meter picture-window staterooms sleeping up to four.
Balcony and Club Balcony Suite
Balconies of 21 to 33 square meters including the balcony, and Club Balcony Suites of 22 to 38 square meters with forward-facing corner and family versions; both sleep up to four.
Suites
37 to 59 square meter suites outside The Haven, including forward-facing suites with large balconies, family suites and aft-facing penthouses.
The Haven by Norwegian
Suites of 34 to 195 square meters at the top aft of the ship, from Penthouses with balconies to Owner’s Suites and the three-bedroom Premier Owner’s Suite for eight; all include butler and concierge service, The Haven Restaurant, lounge, private sundeck and infinity pool.
Norwegian Viva 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 20
The Wave, Viva Speedway, Viva Speedway Viewing Area.
- SpeedwayReady to race the sea breeze like never before? The Viva Speedway is longer, larger and zoomier than ever. Live it up and speed across the horizon on the world's first three-level race track at sea on the Prima Class ships.
Cost: $
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 Norwegian Viva
Dining on Norwegian Viva
Hudson’sIncluded
Main dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows over the stern.
The Commodore RoomIncluded
Second main dining room on deck 6 with the same menu.
Indulge Food HallIncluded
Tablet-ordered food hall with Indian, Latin, noodle, tapas and dessert counters indoors and out.
Surfside Café & GrillIncluded
Buffet on deck 17 for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Local Bar & GrillIncluded
24-hour pub-style eatery on Ocean Boulevard.
Cagney’s SteakhouseSpecialty
American steakhouse with Black Angus beef and seafood.
Onda by ScarpettaSpecialty
Modern Italian with signature pastas and a wine list.
PalomarSpecialty
Greek-style Mediterranean seafood.
Hasuki and NamaSpecialty
Teppanyaki grill and sushi and sashimi bar.
Le Bistro, Los Lobos and Food RepublicSpecialty
French fine dining, premium Mexican and Asian-Latin fusion small plates.
Entertainment and activities
- Viva Theater & Club with production shows, comedy and game shows, converting to a nightclub
- The Cavern Club Beatles tribute and Syd Norman’s Pour House live rock
- Viva Speedway three-level go-kart track
- The Rush dry slides, The Drop free fall and the aqua park waterslide
- Galaxy Pavilion virtual reality and Tee Time mini golf
- Ocean Boulevard with Infinity Beach, the Indulge Outdoor Lounge and Oceanwalk
- Mandara Spa thermal suite and the adults-only Vibe Beach Club
- Casinos at Sea and The Improv at Sea comedy club
Families and who it suits
Splash Academy runs complimentary programs for ages 3 to 12, Entourage hosts teens 13 to 17, and Guppies sessions welcome under-threes with a parent; the Speedway, slides, Galaxy Pavilion and the aqua park keep families busy.
Best for: Couples and families who want a newer, roomier Norwegian ship for the Mediterranean and Greek Isles in summer or a no-fly Caribbean week from Galveston in winter.
Sails from: Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Ravenna (Venice), Istanbul, Galveston, Miami, San Juan · Regions: Western Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Western Caribbean, Eastern Caribbean, Southern Caribbean
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Facts checked against Norwegian Cruise Line: Norwegian Viva, Norwegian newsroom: over 500 voyages during peak 2027 season, Norwegian newsroom: winter 2027-28 deployment on October 13, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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