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Liberty of the Seas

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Liberty of the Seas is packed with experiences found in all of Royal Caribbean's Freedom class of ships, as well as new offerings created to stir your imagination. Share a high five with Shrek as part of The DreamWorks Experience. Put on your boogie shoes…

  • 3,634guests
  • 154,407gross tons
  • 17cruises now
  • $335fares from

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Liberty of the Seas cruises to the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.

At a glance

Liberty of the Seas is a large-size cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 2007. It carries 3,634 guests and 1,360 crew (2.7 guests per crew member) at 154,407 gross tons. It ties with 2 other ships as the 14th largest of 29 Royal Caribbean ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for family friendly and spa & fitness (8/10) and lowest for adventure & nature and romantic (4/10). It is rated 4 out of 5 by Cruiseable, 3.5 out of 5 by Berlitz and 4.5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 17 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $335 to $13,463. 8 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
4 / 5
Berlitz
3.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
4.5 / 5
Guests
3,634
Crew
1,360
Gross tons
154,407
Decks
18
Length
1,112 ft
Beam
184 ft
Maiden voyage
2007
Launched
2007
Refurbished
2015
Space ratio
2.7
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
2.7
Speed (mph)
25
IMO
9330032

Bliss scores

What Liberty of the Seas is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 7.0
  2. Adventure and nature 4.0
  3. Cultural 6.0
  4. Dining 6.0
  5. Entertainment 7.8
  6. Family friendly 8.0
  7. Party 6.0
  8. Romantic 4.0
  9. Spa and fitness 8.0
  10. Staterooms 7.5

Our review

Liberty of the Seas: New experiences for everyone on board

Liberty of the Seas is packed with experiences found in all of Royal Caribbean's Freedom class of ships, as well as new offerings created to stir your imagination. Share a high five with Shrek as part of The DreamWorks Experience. Put on your boogie shoes, and go see Broadway musical "Saturday Night Fever." Catch a first-run movie in the 3D theater or poolside under the stars on the outdoor movie screen. And finish the evening with a selection of reds or white wines at the renovated, now-more-intimate Vintages wine bar.

Plus, enjoy all the revolutionary features Liberty of the Seas has always been known for such as the FlowRider surf simulator, rock-climbing wall, ice-skating rink, Royal Promenade, cantilevered whirlpools, mini golf course and much more.

Who will like sailing on Liberty of the Seas

For those cruise passengers looking for something new, Liberty of the Seas features Royal Caribbean's most popular activities. Liberty of the Seas is a good choice for those looking for a quick refresh. 

Where Liberty of the Seas sails

Liberty of the Seas sails 7-night Western Caribbean cruises out of Galveston, Tex., and 3- to 4-night getaways out of Ft. Lauderdale to the Bahamas. 

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Liberty of the Seas has six glorious whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean.
Liberty of the Seas has six glorious whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean. Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International

Top dining options

  • Main Dining Room: features complimentary, multicourse dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Portofino: an Italian restaurant, where for one low cover charge allows guests to choose any items off the menu (from appetizers to dessert)
  • Chops Grille: a steakhouse that also requires one low cover charge
  • Johnny Rockets: a ‘50s-style diner that features servers who double as entertainers, and is an additional cost.
  • The Cupcake Cupboard: a vintage-style gourmet bakery with 30 types of cupcakes for an additional charge
  • Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream: offers a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings for an additional charge
  • More complimentary options including Windjammer Cafe, Jade Sushi, Sorrento's Pizza and Cafe Promenade for coffee and pastries/snacks
  • Room service: Late-night service charge applies to room service orders between midnight and 5:00 am

Entertainment & shopping

  • Complimentary Broadway hit "Saturday Night Fever" in the Main Theater
  • Complimentary ice-skating shows in Studio B
  • 10,258-square-foot Vegas-style Casino Royale with 304 slots and 18 tables
  • 22 bars, clubs and lounges that never have a cover and include Boleros Latin-themed lounge and Hoof & Claw English Pub
  • Enhanced, more-intimate Vintages wine bar
  • Variety of name-brand, duty-free shopping on the Royal Promenade, including jewelry, perfumes, apparel and shopping for teens and kids
Liberty of the Seas, staffed with a crew of over 1,300, offers a wide assortment of onboard experiences, including 10 pools and whirlpools, the popular FlowRider, more than100 spa treatments and multiple entertainment options.
Liberty of the Seas, staffed with a crew of over 1,300, offers a wide assortment of onboard experiences, including 10 pools and whirlpools, the popular FlowRider, more than100 spa treatments and multiple entertainment options. Michel Verdure / Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International

Rest & relaxation

  • Vitality Spa with an extensive treatment menu including MediSpa treatments and acupuncture
  • Four pools including the Solarium, an adults-only retreat
  • Six whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean
  • State-of-the-art fitness center, with classes like yoga and tai chi
  • Library and Card Room

Action & adventure

  • FlowRider surf simulator
  • Rock-climbing wall
  • Ice-skating rink
  • Mini-golf course
  • Full-sized basketball court
  • Full-sized boxing ring

Kids & families

  • Complimentary DreamWorks Experience includes memorable moments such as parades, meet and greets and character dining with favorite characters from "Shrek," "Madagascar" and "Kung Fu Panda"
  • Complimentary Adventure Ocean Youth Program
  • Royal Babies & Tots Nursery
  • Royal Babies and Royal Tots programming featuring specially designed Fisher Price activities
  • Teen lounge areas and disco
  • H2O Zone kids' water park
  • 3D movie theater
  • Outdoor poolside movie screen
  • Family-friendly activities including games, contests, enrichment classes and lectures

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On board highlights

Dining

Where to eat on Liberty of the Seas

  • Chops Grille
    Chops Grille Steakhouse · Dinner
    Additional cost
  • Portofino
    Portofino Italian · Dinner
    Additional cost
  • Main Dining Room
    Main Dining Room Continental · Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    No additional cost

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Inside and out

Destinations 1

  • Fun along the beach during a shore excursion in the tropics on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Fun along the beach during a shore excursion in the tropics on a Royal Caribbean cruise.

Dining 12

  • A chocolate-covered strawberry dessert at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean sailing.
    A chocolate-covered strawberry dessert at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • A herb-crusted jumbo shrimp entrée at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean cruise.
    A herb-crusted jumbo shrimp entrée at Chops Grille aboard your Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Colorful, cool chilled soup provides a refreshing lift-me-up during a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Colorful, cool chilled soup provides a refreshing lift-me-up during a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Potato Leek and Spinach Tower, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Potato Leek and Spinach Tower, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Fish and Tomato Chowder, a popular soup on Royal Caribbean voyages.
    Fish and Tomato Chowder, a popular soup on Royal Caribbean voyages.
  • Capesante al Forno (Baked Scallops in the Shell), prepared for guests on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Capesante al Forno (Baked Scallops in the Shell), prepared for guests on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Liberty of the Seas' main dining hall serves complimentary multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
    Liberty of the Seas' main dining hall serves complimentary multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Royal Caribbean menu options include free-range chicken as well as gluten-free and vegan/vegetarian dishes.
    Royal Caribbean menu options include free-range chicken as well as gluten-free and vegan/vegetarian dishes.
  • Royal Caribbean chefs will prepare your meals to your specifications.
    Royal Caribbean chefs will prepare your meals to your specifications.
  • Dining options on Royal Caribbean cruises range from formal seating in the main dining room to more casual fare.
    Dining options on Royal Caribbean cruises range from formal seating in the main dining room to more casual fare.

On board 7

  • Hang ten on Liberty of the Seas' FlowRider surf simulator.
    Hang ten on Liberty of the Seas' FlowRider surf simulator.
  • Liberty of the Seas' accessible suites have twin beds that can convert to a Royal King, wider doorways and turning space, roll-in showers and other modified amenities.
    Liberty of the Seas' accessible suites have twin beds that can convert to a Royal King, wider doorways and turning space, roll-in showers and other modified amenities.
  • The accessible suites on Liberty of the Seas are designed with extra turning space, wider doorways, a private balcony and other modified amenities tailored to people using wheelchairs.
    The accessible suites on Liberty of the Seas are designed with extra turning space, wider doorways, a private balcony and other modified amenities tailored to people using wheelchairs.
  • Engaged couples can book a romantic Caribbean cruise on Liberty of the Seas and plan a wedding at sea or at a scenic beach location like Labadee, Haiti.
    Engaged couples can book a romantic Caribbean cruise on Liberty of the Seas and plan a wedding at sea or at a scenic beach location like Labadee, Haiti.
  • Royal Caribbean's fleetwide Adventure Ocean Youth Program and its trained staff offer age-appropriate entertainment and activities for cruisers ages 3 to 17.
    Royal Caribbean's fleetwide Adventure Ocean Youth Program and its trained staff offer age-appropriate entertainment and activities for cruisers ages 3 to 17.
  • Relax at poolside and let your cares slip away during your Royal Caribbean sailing.
    Relax at poolside and let your cares slip away during your Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • A passenger takes advantage of Voom high-speed Internet on Liberty of the Seas.
    A passenger takes advantage of Voom high-speed Internet on Liberty of the Seas.

Ship exteriors 2

  • Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas cuddles up to her cousin Liberty of the Seas.
    Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas cuddles up to her cousin Liberty of the Seas.
  • Liberty of the Seas next to Allure of the Seas in this stylized painterly portrait.
    Liberty of the Seas next to Allure of the Seas in this stylized painterly portrait.

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  • Liberty of the Seas cruises to the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
    Liberty of the Seas cruises to the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
  • Liberty of the Seas features 10 pools and whirlpools, the popular FlowRider, more than100 spa treatments and multiple entertainment options.
    Liberty of the Seas features 10 pools and whirlpools, the popular FlowRider, more than100 spa treatments and multiple entertainment options.
  • Sprinkles galore: Kids can make their own cupcakes at the Cupcake Cupboard on your Royal Caribbean sailing.
    Sprinkles galore: Kids can make their own cupcakes at the Cupcake Cupboard on your Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • Top off your meal with a decadent chocolate dessert at Chops Grille on your Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Top off your meal with a decadent chocolate dessert at Chops Grille on your Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Liberty of the Seas features 10 pools and whirlpools, the popular FlowRider, more than100 spa treatments and multiple entertainment options.
    Liberty of the Seas features 10 pools and whirlpools, the popular FlowRider, more than100 spa treatments and multiple entertainment options.
  • Kids will love Liberty of the Seas' H2O Zone, the perfect place for them to splash and soak up some fun.
    Kids will love Liberty of the Seas' H2O Zone, the perfect place for them to splash and soak up some fun.
  • Liberty of the Seas cruises to the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
    Liberty of the Seas cruises to the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
  • Liberty of the Seas sails the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
    Liberty of the Seas sails the Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
  • Caramel apple pie à la mode, a worthy dessert to top off your day on a Royal Caribbean sailing.
    Caramel apple pie à la mode, a worthy dessert to top off your day on a Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • Liberty of the Seas' sports area offers plenty of fun in the sun, including time on the FlowRider surf simulator, rock climbing wall, mini-golf course and sports court.
    Liberty of the Seas' sports area offers plenty of fun in the sun, including time on the FlowRider surf simulator, rock climbing wall, mini-golf course and sports court.
  • Liberty of the Seas has six glorious whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean.
    Liberty of the Seas has six glorious whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean.

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