Celebrity Cruises Ships by Size, Age, and Class

Celebrity Cruises has a fleet of 16 cruise ships that offer passengers large-vessel luxury vacations.

Celebrity’s fleet has one of the biggest ranges in ship sizes. Their largest ships have accommodations for over 3,000 passengers, while their smallest has a guest capacity of only 16.

In this article, we’ll compare Celebrity Cruises ships by size, age, and class to help you decide which is right for your next cruise vacation.

Celebrity Cruises Ships by Size: Biggest to Smallest

The most popular choice when comparing cruise ships is size. Cruise ships are typically measured using gross tonnage(GT), a measure of a vessel’s internal volume.

Although size isn’t everything, it is a quick way to assess the number of facilities, restaurants, activities, and entertainment options available on a ship.

Below is a comparison of Celebrity Cruises’ ships by size, arranged from largest to smallest:

Ship Name	Gross Tonnage	Length (m)	Guest Decks	Guest Capacity
Celebrity Ascent	140,600	327	16	3,937
Celebrity Beyond	140,600	327	16	3,937
Celebrity Edge	129,500	306	16	2,918
Celebrity Apex	129,500	306	16	2,910
Celebrity Reflection	126,000	319	13	3,030
Celebrity Silhouette	122,000	319	13	2,902
Celebrity Equinox	122,000	317	13	2,852
Celebrity Eclipse	122,000	317	13	2,850
Celebrity Solstice	122,000	315	13	2,850
Celebrity Constellation	90,940	294	11	2,184
Celebrity Millennium	90,940	294	11	2,218
Celebrity Infinity	90,940	294	11	2,170
Celebrity Summit	90,940	294	11	2,158
Celebrity Flora	5,739	102	6	100
Celebrity Xpedition	2,842	90	4	48
Celebrity Xploration	316	30	3	16

Celebrity Cruises Ships by Age: Newest to Oldest

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To experience the latest and greatest cruise ships, you might want to sail on a newer vessel.

Newer cruise ships often have better amenities, updated decor, and more activities.

Below is a comparison of Celebrity Cruises’ ships by age, from newest to oldest:

Ship Name	Class	Built
Celebrity Ascent	Edge	December 2023
Celebrity Beyond	Edge	April 2022
Celebrity Apex	Edge	June 2021
Celebrity Flora	Xpedition	June 2019
Celebrity Edge	Edge	November 2018
Celebrity Xploration	Xpedition	March 2017
Celebrity Reflection	Solstice	October 2012
Celebrity Silhouette	Solstice	July 2011
Celebrity Eclipse	Solstice	April 2010
Celebrity Equinox	Solstice	August 2009
Celebrity Solstice	Solstice	November 2008
Celebrity Xpedition	Xpedition	June 2004
Celebrity Constellation	Millennium	May 2002
Celebrity Summit	Millennium	October 2001
Celebrity Infinity	Millennium	March 2001
Celebrity Millennium	Millennium	July 2000

Celebrity Cruises Ships by Class

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Celebrity Cruises currently offers four classes of cruise ships.

Each class features similar designs, features, and amenities, with slight differences between sister ships.

The largest is Celebrity’s Edge-class ships. These vessels feature a unique style: their Parabolic Ultra-Bow, which offers up to 20% greater energy efficiency.

Here are Celebrity Cruises ships by class:

Class	Ships	Size
Edge	Celebrity Ascent Celebrity Beyond Celebrity Edge Celebrity Apex	140,600 GT
Solstice	Celebrity Solstice Celebrity Equinox Celebrity Eclipse Celebrity Silhouette Celebrity Reflection	122,000-129,500 GT
Millenium	Celebrity Millennium Celebrity Infinity Celebrity Summit Celebrity Constellation	90,940 GT
Xpedition	Celebrity Xpedition Celebrity Xploration Celebrity Flora	316-5,739 GT

Celebrity Cruises Ships on Order

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Celebrity Cruises has two Edge-class ships on order and ten new river cruise ships for the exciting launch of Celebrity River Cruises.

Celebrity Xcel

Celebrity Xcel is set to join Carnival Cruises fleet in November 2025. The fifth Edge-class ship promises to elevate the cruising experience by blending beloved features and fresh innovations. Here’s what to look forward to:

• Eco-Friendly Advancements: Celebrity Xcel is designed with sustainability in mind. It features a more eco-friendly flex fuel engine. The tri-fuel engine can use two conventional fuel sources or methanol, significantly reducing emissions of sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter.
• Solo Traveler Accommodations: To accommodate the growing trend of solo travel, the ship will double the number of Edge Single Staterooms equipped with Infinite Verandas. These staterooms offer a spacious and luxurious experience, complete with floor-to-ceiling windows that transform into open-air verandas at the touch of a button.
• Enhanced Retreat Suite Complex: The Retreat is Celebrity’s exclusive suite area, featuring expanded and improved spaces. Upgraded amenities, refined designs, and personalized services will take luxury cruising to new heights.
• New Experiences Await: While we don’t know many details yet, Celebrity Xcel is set to introduce seven new experiences. Celebrity is giving guests a chance to leave their mark with Xcel Dream Makers—a program enlisting the power of cruisers to make final decisions across culinary, interior design, and entertainment.

Sixth Edge Series Ship

Building on the success of the Edge Series, Celebrity Cruises will debut a sixth ship in 2028. This vessel will continue the tradition of innovative design and exceptional guest experiences.

We don’t know any details about the vessel, but you can expect to find the same modern luxury on her sister ships.

Celebrity River Cruises

Celebrity Cruises is expanding into river cruising. The new river cruises will begin sailing in 2027 and offer itineraries through Europe’s most storied waterways.

• Fleet Details: The initial order includes 10 transformative ships, each designed to bring the quality and sophistication of Celebrity’s Edge Series ocean ships to the river.
• Destinations: These river cruises will traverse Europe’s iconic rivers, allowing guests to explore historic cities and cultural landmarks up close.
• Onboard Experience: Passengers can look forward to locally inspired cuisine, unique shore excursions, and the signature service that Celebrity Cruises is renowned for.

Bookings for these river cruises are expected to open in 2025.