IMO: 9378486
Carnival Magic
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Dream-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 128,048
- Length (FT / M)
- 1,004 / 306
- Beam (FT / M)
- 122 / 37.18
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 14 / 15
- Shipyard
- Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy
- Registry
- Panama
- Godparent(s)
- Lindsey Wilkerson
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $740,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2011
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9378486
- MMSI
- 370491000
- Call Sign
- 3ETA8
- Hull / Yard Number
- 6167
- Maiden Voyage
- 1 May 2011
- Maximum Draft
- 8.4 m (27.6 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 48.0 m (157.5 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 3,690
- Maximum Capacity
- 4,724
- Total Crew
- 1,367
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.70:1
- Space Ratio
- 34.70
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 2
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 10
- Waterslides
- 2
- Bars & Lounges
- 13
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 9
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 2
- À la Carte Dining
- 3
- Elevators
- 18*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Fuel Type
- Heavy fuel oil / marine diesel oil (conventional, non-LNG)
- Propellers
- 2
- Installed Power
- 75.6 MW (101,381 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 44 MW (59,005 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 22.5 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 6x Wartsila 12V46 medium-speed diesel generating sets, 75,600 kW total installed (12,600 kW each)
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 22.5 Knots
- Medical Center
- Medical Center located on crew Deck 0, below Deck 1 (Riviera Deck). Staffed by resident physicians/nurses on 24-hour call; infirmary open ~8am-8pm (doctor hours 8-11am and 3-6pm).
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 1-14 (exact per-bank deck range not published)
Midship (Atrium)
Decks 1-14, atrium on Deck 5 - glass elevators run to the Pool Deck
Aft
Decks 1-14 (exact per-bank deck range not published)
Designated Smoking Zones
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CasinocasinoLocation: Casino designated areas and Casino BarSmoking permitted in designated sections
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Vibe NightclubloungeLocation: Vibe Nightclub (not on the dance floor)Smoking permitted off the dance floor
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Deck 5 portsideoutdoorLocation: Deck 5 portside (forward/midship/aft)Outdoor smoking incl. cigars and pipes permitted
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Deck 11 starboardoutdoorLocation: Deck 11 starboard (midship/aft)Outdoor smoking incl. cigars and pipes permitted
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,845
Solo Configured: 29
ADA Compliant: 35
- Suites
- 54
- Balcony
- 851
- Oceanview
- 221
- Inside
- 719
The Apex Suite
Grand Suite
345 SQ FT
The largest accommodation, a midship Deck 7 suite of roughly 345 square feet with an 85-square-foot private balcony, a walk-in closet, a sitting area and a whirlpool bath.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Grand Suite10
- Ocean Suite / Junior Suite / Spa Suite44
Balcony
- Aft Extended Balcony26
- Premium Vista Balcony8
- Standard Balcony654
- Cloud 9 Spa Balcony53
- Cove Balcony110
Oceanview
- Deluxe Oceanview Family197
- Oceanview18
- Porthole6
Inside
- Interior643
- Interior Walkway View23
- Cloud 9 Spa Interior24
- Small Interior Single and Upper/Lower29
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Waterpark
- Mini Golf
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
Thrills & Active
- Ropes Course
Staterooms & Service
- Self Serve Laundry
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
First ropes course at sea
industry first
The Lanai half-mile promenade
unique
Carnival WaterWorks aquapark
unique
SkyCourse ropes course
top-deck attraction
Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
top-deck attraction
SportSquare
top-deck attraction
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Northern Lights Dining Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 3 (fwd)Complimentary waiter-served main dining room (one of two MDRs)
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Southern Lights Dining Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 3 (aft)Complimentary waiter-served main dining room (one of two MDRs)
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Lido MarketplacebuffetLocation: Deck 10Complimentary self-service buffet. Its internal take-away stations (Carnival Deli, Mongolian Wok, Indian Tandoor, Pasta Bar, Grille, etc.) are part of the buffet
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Guy's Burger Jointquick_serviceLocation: Deck 10, Beach PoolComplimentary poolside burger bar
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BlueIguana Cantinaquick_serviceLocation: Deck 10, Beach PoolComplimentary poolside Mexican taco/burrito cantina
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Pizzeria del Capitanoquick_serviceLocation: Deck 10Complimentary 24-hour pizzeria
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Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehousequick_serviceLocation: Deck 5, The Lanai$ extrasCore BBQ menu is complimentary
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Sea DogscounterLocation: Deck 12, SportSquareComplimentary hot-dog cart
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SwirlscounterLocation: Deck 10Complimentary self-serve soft-serve ice cream and frozen yogurt.
Specialty Dining
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Prime SteakhouserestaurantLocation: Deck 5Carnival signature steakhouse (reservation, surcharge).
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Cucina del CapitanorestaurantLocation: Deck 11Italian restaurant; complimentary pasta bar at lunch, surcharge dinner.
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The Chef's Tablechefs_tableLocation: Deck 3 (galley)Hosted multi-course chef dinner (reservation, surcharge).
À la Carte Dining
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Sushi at SeasushiLocation: Deck 5, Ocean PlazaA-la-carte walk-up sushi counter with no table service.
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Seafood ShackcounterLocation: Deck 10New England-style seafood at a walk-up counter with no table service.
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Plaza CafecafeLocation: Deck 5, Ocean PlazaSpecialty coffees, milkshakes and pastries.
Bars & Nightlife
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Magic Lobby Baratrium_barLocation: Deck 3, Magic Atrium100-seat lobby bar with grand piano + dance floor in the 11-deck atrium
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Alchemy Barcocktail_barLocation: Deck 5Vintage 'cocktail pharmacy' with resident mixologists
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RedFrog PubpubLocation: Deck 5Caribbean-themed brewpub serving the line's private-label draught; indoor/outdoor on the Lanai
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Vibe Dance ClubnightclubLocation: Deck 5Disco/nightclub with a full bar and DJ program
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Play It Again Barpiano_barLocation: Deck 5Piano sing-along bar
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Spotlight LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 5Live-music lounge; stage for the Punchliner Comedy Club, karaoke and seminars
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Heroes Tribute Bar & LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 5Tribute bar and sports-viewing lounge.
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Tides BarbarLocation: Deck 10, aft Tides PoolAft pool bar serving the quieter Tides pool
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RedFrog Rum BarbarLocation: Deck 10Outdoor Caribbean rum poolside bar at the main Beach pool
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BlueIguana Tequila BarbarLocation: Deck 10Outdoor tequila/frozen-drinks poolside bar at the main Beach pool
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Serenity BarbarLocation: Deck 15, Serenity retreatWaiter-served bar in the adults-only Serenity retreat
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Hat Trick BarbarLocation: Deck 4, Hat Trick CasinoCasino bar with sports-viewing screens.
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Escape BarloungeLocation: Deck 4Quiet lounge for a relaxed drink.
Pools & Aquatics
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Beach PoolpoolLocation: Deck 10 (midship)Main midship recreational pool with Seaside Theatre LED screen
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Tides PoolpoolLocation: Deck 10 (aft)Quieter aft recreational pool
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Lanai WhirlpoolswhirlpoolLocation: Deck 5, The LanaiFour cantilevered whirlpools along the Lanai promenade.
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Beach Pool WhirlpoolswhirlpoolLocation: Deck 10 (midship)2 whirlpools flanking the main Beach pool (part of the 8 guest whirlpools)
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Tides Pool WhirlpoolswhirlpoolLocation: Deck 10 (aft)2 whirlpools at the aft Tides pool (part of the 8 guest whirlpools)
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Serenity WhirlpoolswhirlpoolLocation: Deck 15, Serenity retreat2 cantilevered whirlpools in the adults-only Serenity retreat
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Twister WaterslidewaterslideLocation: Deck 12-15312-ft spiraling tube thrill slide (entrance on Deck 15)
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DrainPipewaterslideLocation: Deck 12Tunnel thrill slide ending in a large swirl bowl
Active Recreation
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SportSquaresports_complexLocation: Deck 12Ropes course (SkyCourse), mini-golf, multi-sport court
Thrill & Marquee Attractions
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Carnival WaterWorkswaterparkLocation: Deck 12Aqua park
Entertainment Venues
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Showtime TheatretheaterLocation: Decks 3-51,349-seat main show lounge (Playlist Productions, game shows)
Casino
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Hat Trick CasinocasinoLocation: Decks 4-5Vegas-style casino (expanded in the 2023 refit)
Spa & Fitness
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Cloud 9 Spa Hydrotherapy Pooltherapy_poolLocation: Deck 14, Cloud 9 SpaIn-spa hydrotherapy/thalasso pool
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Spa Fitness CenterfitnessLocation: Deck 12, Cloud 9 SpaComplimentary gym + fitness studio
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Cloud 9 SpaspaLocation: Decks 12 & 14Surcharge thermal suite + treatment spa
Youth & Teen
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Camp Oceankids_clubLocation: Deck 11Complimentary kids program (ages 2-11)
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Circle Ctween_clubLocation: Deck 4Tween club (ages 12-14)
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Club O2teen_clubLocation: Deck 4Teen club (ages 15-17)
Retail & Shopping
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Cherry on TopshopLocation: Deck 5Candy and sweets shop.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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Ocean PlazaplazaLocation: Deck 5Promenade food-and-entertainment plaza with live music and the Plaza Cafe coffee counter.
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Serenity Adult-Only Retreatsun_deckLocation: Deck 15Adults-only (21+) outdoor retreat with whirlpools + Serenity Bar
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The LanaipromenadeLocation: Deck 5Half-mile wraparound outdoor promenade deck
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-11