Royal Caribbean's newest ship is one step closer to its highly anticipated maiden voyage.
On June 10, 2026, Royal Caribbean International finally took delivery of Legend of the Seas, the cruise line's third Icon Class ship, at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland.
More than 1,200 crew members and partners gathered at the shipyard for a special ceremony, led by Royal Caribbean Group Chairman and CEO Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean President and CEO Michael Bayley, and Meyer Turku CEO Casimir Lindholm.
During the event, the hard work of hundreds of engineers, designers, architects, and crew members was celebrated, honoring the years of planning, construction, and coordination that were required to bring this massive vessel to life.
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"Today's delivery of Legend of the Seas marks another important milestone in our ambition to continuously redefine the vacation experience," said Liberty.
"This new ship reflects the strength of the vacation ecosystem we are building — combining industry-leading ships, innovative technology, and exceptional experiences for our guests. It is an achievement only possible through the extraordinary partnership and expertise of Meyer Turku and the thousands of talented people whose creativity and commitment continue to help us design the future of vacations."
"We're incredibly proud to introduce Legend of the Seas to vacationers and continue the legacy of the revolutionary Icon Class," added Bayley.
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"This wouldn’t be possible without the many talented individuals that came together to deliver what is truly the ultimate family vacation, and we look forward to making Legend’s debut this summer a legendary one."
As the largest cruise ship to offer European getaways, Legend of the Seas will bring Royal Caribbean's signature resort-style, mega-ship experience to the region on an unprecedented scale.
From new neighborhoods to record-breaking attractions, unique dining options, world-class entertainment, and more, the ship will redefine what an unforgettable European cruise vacation can look like.
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Her maiden voyage is scheduled for July 4, 2026. The seven-night Western Mediterranean cruise will call at Marseille, France; Barcelona, Spain; Palma de Mallorca, Spain; and La Spezia, Italy. This specific cruise will be preceded by a short, invite-only media sailing.
In November, Legend of the Seas will relocate to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she'll offer a series of six- and eight-night cruises to the Western and Southern Caribbean. Each adventure will visit Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's award-winning island in The Bahamas.
Legend of the Seas Fast Facts
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Legend of the Seas will measure 248,663 gross tons and have a passenger capacity of 5,610 at double occupancy, according to the cruise line. Moreover, she'll come in at 1,196 feet long, have 18 guest decks, and be home to over 2,300 international crew members.
Although her Icon Class bones mean you can expect many of the same features and highlights found aboard Icon and Star of the Seas, she's also unique in that she introduces several new offerings.
For starters, the upscale supper club specialty restaurant will be rethemed to focus on the glitz, glamour, and fame of Hollywood's golden age of the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s.
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Additionally, Royal Railway – Legend Station will take diners on Legend of the Seas to new destinations during an immersive dining experience.
The AquaDome Market will have a new lineup of food stalls, too. These include Seoulmate, La Española, Simply Pressed, and Adobo. The only returning stall is Crème de la Crêpe, a beloved favorite that first debuted on Icon of the Seas.
Other exciting changes coming to Legend include refreshed entertainment options in the Royal Theater, AquaTheater, and Absolute Zero ice rink:
- Roald Dahl's Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Royal Theater)
- America's Got Talent LIVE at Sea (Royal Theater)
- Shockwave: A Battle for the Beat (AquaTheater)
- Fusion (Absolute Zero)
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Of course, all the Icon Class exclusive amenities will also be available, ranging from the Category 6 Waterpark to the family-friendly Surfside neighborhood, dueling piano bar, adults-only Hideaway retreat, Crown's Edge obstacle course/zip line, and more.
More Icon Class Fun To Come
Royal Caribbean's Hero of the Seas, the cruise line's fourth Icon Class vessel, is scheduled to debut in 2027. At the time of writing, they also have three more Icon Class ships on order for delivery in 2028, 2029, and 2030, respectively.
Like Icon, Star, and Legend, the future Icon Class ships will also be LNG-powered. This helps advance Royal Caribbean Group's journey toward developing a net-zero cruise ship by 2035.
"Legend of the Seas is the third Icon Class ship built at our shipyard, and constructing the series has enabled us to develop our production processes in a systematic way. We have built on the experience gained from the previous vessels and further improved efficiency with the customer and our extensive partner network," said Lindholm.
"The ship is an exceptional project in terms of both scale and technical complexity, requiring strong expertise and seamless collaboration across the entire maritime cluster. At the same time, Legend of the Seas moves shipbuilding towards more energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable solutions."
