Looking for Carnival Freedom planning info? This page covers deck plans, live ship tracking, dining venues, and video tours to help you plan your Carnival cruise aboard Carnival Freedom from Miami.
Carnival Freedom is a Conquest Class vessel featuring Conquest-class variety and value. Whether you're planning your first cruise or are a seasoned traveler, this guide helps you discover what makes this ship special.
First Look: Carnival Freedom
Carnival Freedom in Galveston
Ship Overview
Carnival Freedom is the fifth and final Conquest-class ship, entering service in 2007. Named by supermodel and entrepreneur Kathy Ireland in Venice, Italy, she pioneered the Serenity adults-only retreat that is now beloved across the fleet.
As the last of her class, Freedom represents the culmination of Fincantieri's Conquest design. She now sails year-round from Galveston, Texas, serving as a popular gateway to Western Caribbean adventures for Gulf Coast travelers.
Ship Statistics
IMO: 9333149 · Builder: Fincantieri, Marghera · Named: March 4, 2007
Conquest-Class Sisters
Carnival Conquest
Carnival GlorySignature Features
Serenity Adults-Only Retreat
First in the fleet — adults-only sanctuary with padded loungers and whirlpools.
WaterWorks
Aqua park with waterslides and splash zones for all ages.
Cloud 9 Spa
Full-service spa with thermal suite and salon.
SportSquare
Mini-golf, basketball, and jogging track.
Punchliner Comedy Club
Live comedy and Playlist Productions shows.
Five Pool Areas
Including one with retractable roof for all-weather swimming.
Dining Venues
Complimentary
Posh & Chic Dining Rooms
Elegant dual main dining rooms with Your Time Dining.
Guy's Burger Joint
Guy Fieri's hand-crafted burgers poolside.
BlueIguana Cantina
Fresh Mexican tacos and burritos.
Lido Marketplace
Expansive buffet with global cuisine.
Specialty (Fee)
Fahrenheit 555
Premium steakhouse experience.
Cucina del Capitano
Italian family-style dining.
Guy's Pig & Anchor
Slow-smoked BBQ and Southern sides.
Chef's Table
Exclusive multi-course experience with galley tour.
Ship's Logbook
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Video Tours
Deck Plans
View Official Deck Plans on Carnival.com
Live Ship Tracker
Homeport: Galveston, TX · Itineraries: Western Caribbean (Cozumel, Mahogany Bay, Belize)
Ken's Logbook: Carnival Freedom
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FAQ
What is Serenity on Carnival Freedom?
Serenity is an adults-only (21+) retreat with padded loungers, whirlpools, and a tranquil atmosphere. Carnival Freedom was the first ship in the fleet to feature this now-beloved amenity.
Where does Carnival Freedom sail from?
Galveston, Texas — Western Caribbean itineraries including Cozumel, Mahogany Bay, and Belize.
What class is Carnival Freedom?
Fifth and final Conquest-class ship (2007), with sisters Conquest, Glory, Valor, and Liberty.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dining options on Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Freedom offers excellent dining variety. Complimentary options include the elegant Posh and Chic main dining rooms with Your Time Dining, Guy's Burger Joint for hand-crafted burgers, BlueIguana Cantina for fresh Mexican, and the Lido Marketplace buffet. Specialty restaurants requiring reservations include Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Cucina del Capitano Italian family-style dining, Guy's Pig & Anchor for slow-smoked BBQ, and the exclusive Chef's Table multi-course experience.
Where does Carnival Freedom sail from?
Carnival Freedom sails year-round from Galveston, Texas, offering Western Caribbean itineraries to popular ports including Cozumel, Mexico, Mahogany Bay in Honduras, and Belize City. Galveston serves as a convenient homeport for travelers from Texas and the Gulf Coast region.
How can I track Carnival Freedom's current location?
Use the live ship tracker section on this page to see Carnival Freedom's current position, speed, heading, and next scheduled port in real-time via MarineTraffic data.
What makes Carnival Freedom unique?
Carnival Freedom is historically significant as the first Carnival ship to feature Serenity, the adults-only retreat with padded loungers and whirlpools that is now a beloved amenity across the fleet. As the fifth and final Conquest-class ship, she represents the culmination of that popular design series.
Image Attributions
Ship images are served locally from licensed sources or CC-BY-SA-4.0 Wikimedia Commons. See individual image captions for specific attribution.
Watch: Carnival Freedom Highlights
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Deck Plans
Interactive deck plans for Carnival Freedom are available on the cruise line's official website.
Live Ship Tracker
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