Carnival Adventure

Grand Class (Ex-Princess) · Carnival Cruise Line

Quick Answer: Carnival Adventure is a Grand Class ship (108,865 GT, 2,600 guests, launched 2001 as Golden Princess) featuring Movies Under the Stars, multiple pools, and family-friendly amenities — now sailing Carnival itineraries from Mobile and Sydney.

Key Facts

  • Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Line
  • Class: Grand Class (Ex-Princess)
  • Gross Tonnage: 108,865 GT
  • Guests: ~2,600 (double occupancy)
  • Entered Service: 2001 (as Golden Princess)
  • Homeports: Mobile, AL; Sydney, Australia

Carnival Adventure was built by Fincantieri in Monfalcone, Italy in 2001. She sailed as Golden Princess for Princess Cruises before transferring to P&O Cruises Australia as Pacific Adventure in 2021. In March 2025, she joined Carnival Cruise Line, bringing Grand Class elegance — including a full Movies Under the Stars LED screen, multiple pool decks, and a diverse dining lineup — to Carnival's mid-market fleet. At 108,865 gross tons across 17 decks, she offers a mid-sized cruising experience with broad destination flexibility.

A First Look at Carnival Adventure

Carnival Adventure exterior view
Photo: Stephen Marcus via Flickr
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Carnival Adventure simplified deck plan overview

Overview

Carnival Adventure is a Grand Class ship (108,865 GT, 2,600 guests) originally launched in 2001 as Golden Princess. She features Movies Under the Stars, multiple pools, and sailings from Mobile and Sydney.

Ship Details

  • Gross Tonnage: 108,865 GT
  • Guest Capacity: 2,600
  • Ship Class: Grand Class (Ex-Princess)
  • Entered Service: 2001 (as Golden Princess)

Ship Stats

108,865
Gross Tons
2,600
Guests
1,100
Crew
2001
Built
17
Decks
1,300
Staterooms

Carnival Adventure dining venue Dining Venues

Carnival Adventure offers multiple dining venues including the main dining room, Lido Marketplace buffet, Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, pizzeria, and specialty restaurants. The ship's Grand Class layout provides a wide range of casual and formal dining options.

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Carnival Adventure Videos

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Carnival Adventure Deck Plans

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carnival Adventure

What makes Carnival Adventure unique?

Carnival Adventure is a former Princess Cruises ship (Golden Princess) that brings Grand Class elegance to Carnival's fleet, featuring Movies Under the Stars and multiple pools.

Where does Carnival Adventure sail from?

Carnival Adventure operates from Mobile, Alabama for Gulf Coast cruises and from Sydney, Australia for South Pacific itineraries.

What is Carnival Adventure's history?

Built in 2001 as Golden Princess by Fincantieri, she sailed as Pacific Adventure for P&O Cruises Australia from 2021 to 2025, then joined Carnival Cruise Line in March 2025.

What dining options are available?

Carnival Adventure offers the main dining room, Lido Marketplace buffet, Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, pizzeria, and various specialty restaurants.

How large is Carnival Adventure?

At 108,865 gross tons with capacity for 2,600 guests across 17 decks, Carnival Adventure is a mid-sized Grand Class ship.

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