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Carnival Liberty is a Conquest Class vessel featuring Conquest-class Fun Ship near Orlando. 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 Liberty
Carnival Liberty at Port Canaveral
Ship Overview
Carnival Liberty is the fourth of five Conquest-class ships, entering service in 2005. Christened by Academy Award-winning actress Mira Sorvino in Civitavecchia, Italy, she pioneered entertainment innovation as the first ship with the Seaside Theater.
In 2011, Liberty made history again as the first ship to undergo Carnival's Fun Ship 2.0 refurbishment, testing new dining and entertainment concepts that later spread fleet-wide. She now sails year-round from Port Canaveral, Florida.
Ship Statistics
IMO: 9278181 · Builder: Fincantieri, Monfalcone · Christened: July 19, 2005
Conquest-Class Sisters
Carnival Conquest
Carnival GlorySignature Features
Seaside Theater
First in the fleet — 12×22 foot LED screen showing movies under the stars.
Venetian Palace Theater
1,500-seat entertainment venue with Playlist Productions shows.
WaterWorks
Twister waterslide and splash zones for all ages.
Serenity
Adults-only retreat with loungers and whirlpools.
Cloud 9 Spa
Full-service spa with thermal suite and salon.
Five Pool Areas
Including one with retractable roof for all-weather swimming.
Dining Venues
Complimentary
Lincoln & Golden 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.
Bonsai Sushi
Fresh sushi and Japanese cuisine.
JiJi Asian Kitchen
Pan-Asian favorites.
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: Port Canaveral, FL · Itineraries: Eastern & Western Caribbean
Video Tours & Reviews
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Deck Plans
Interactive deck plans for Carnival Liberty are available on the cruise line's official website.
Live Ship Tracker
Track Carnival Liberty's current position and voyage details.
Ken's Logbook: Carnival Liberty
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FAQ
What is the Seaside Theater?
Carnival Liberty was the first ship with the Seaside Theater — a massive 12×22 foot LED screen by the pool showing movies, concerts, and sporting events under the stars.
What was Fun Ship 2.0?
In 2011, Liberty was the first ship to undergo Fun Ship 2.0 refurbishment, adding Guy's Burger Joint, BlueIguana Cantina, and RedFrog Rum Bar before fleet-wide rollout.
Where does Carnival Liberty sail from?
Port Canaveral, Florida — Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries, popular with Orlando visitors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dining options on Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty offers excellent dining variety. Complimentary options include the two elegant main dining rooms with Your Time Dining, Guy's Burger Joint for hand-crafted burgers poolside, BlueIguana Cantina for fresh Mexican fare, and the Lido Marketplace buffet. Specialty restaurants include Fahrenheit 555 steakhouse, Cucina del Capitano Italian family-style dining, and the Chef's Table multi-course experience with galley tour.
Where does Carnival Liberty sail from?
Carnival Liberty sails year-round from Port Canaveral, Florida, making her an excellent choice for Orlando visitors and Florida residents. She offers Eastern and Western Caribbean itineraries to popular ports including Nassau, Half Moon Cay, Cozumel, and Grand Cayman.
How can I track Carnival Liberty's current location?
Use the live ship tracker section on this page to see Carnival Liberty's current position, speed, heading, and next scheduled port in real-time via MarineTraffic data.
What makes Carnival Liberty historic?
Carnival Liberty holds two important firsts in Carnival history: she was the first ship to feature the Seaside Theater outdoor LED movie screen in 2005, and in 2011 she became the first ship to undergo the Fun Ship 2.0 refurbishment program that introduced Guy's Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina fleet-wide.
Image Attributions
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