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Freedom of the Seas Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking
Upcoming Southampton dates for Freedom of the Seas, and parking options that work whichever terminal your sailing uses.
Quick answer
- Terminal
- Not yet published
- Entrance
- Depends on terminal
- Next sailing
- Sun 9 May 2027Busy day: 5 ships in
- Sailings in the next year
- 22
- Parking from
- £97.95 for 7 nights
Terminals can change between sailings. Always check your cruise documents. First time? Read what happens at the terminal.
Best parking for this ship
Meet & greet and park & ride work for every terminal, so you can book before your terminal is confirmed.
The official option for Royal Caribbean is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027).
Compare all parkingAbout Freedom of the Seas
Ship facts
- Entered service
- 2006 (refitted 2020)
- Guests
- 3,926 (double occupancy)
- Crew
- 1,386
- Size
- 156,271 gross tons
- Length
- 339 m
- Passenger decks
- 14
- Who it's for
- Families welcome (kids' club: Adventure Ocean)
What it has
- The Perfect Storm's racing waterslides, Cyclone and Typhoon, arrived with the 2020 amplification.
- Sports deck with FlowRider surf simulator, rock-climbing wall, mini golf and a full-size basketball court.
- A 136-metre indoor Royal Promenade, an ice rink and a theatre spanning three decks.
- The Lime & Coconut poolside bar has a rooftop sun deck; adults can retreat to the Solarium.
- Splashaway Bay water play for little ones, a revamped Adventure Ocean kids' club and teen-only spaces.
Places to eat
- Giovanni's Italian Kitchen
- Izumi Hibachi & Sushi
- Chops Grille
- El Loco Fresh
- Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade
- Windjammer
Ship facts from Wikipedia, royalcaribbean.com, royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check Royal Caribbean's website before you sail.
Upcoming Freedom of the Seas sailings from Southampton
Terminals and departure times come from the port's provisional schedule (published up to Fri 29 Jan 2027); later dates show the usual terminal. Length is worked out from the ship's next Southampton call. 15 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Sun 9 May 2027, with 5 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day
| Date | Terminal | Departs | Next Southampton call | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 9 May 2027Busy day: 5 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 16 May 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 16 May 2027 | TBC | — | Sun 23 May 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 23 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 30 May 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 30 May 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 6 Jun 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 6 Jun 2027Busy day: 5 ships in | TBC | — | Mon 14 Jun 2027 | 8 nights |
| Mon 14 Jun 2027 | TBC | — | Mon 21 Jun 2027 | 7 nights |
| Mon 21 Jun 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Sat 26 Jun 2027 | 5 nights |
| Sat 26 Jun 2027Busy day: 5 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 4 Jul 2027 | 8 nights |
| Sun 4 Jul 2027Busy day: 5 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 11 Jul 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 11 Jul 2027Busy day: 4 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 18 Jul 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 18 Jul 2027Busy day: 4 ships in | TBC | — | Fri 23 Jul 2027 | 5 nights |
| Fri 23 Jul 2027Busy day: 4 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 25 Jul 2027 | 2 nights |
| Sun 25 Jul 2027Busy day: 4 ships in | TBC | — | Sun 1 Aug 2027 | 7 nights |
| Sun 1 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Mon 9 Aug 2027 | 8 nights |
| Mon 9 Aug 2027 | TBC | — | Tue 17 Aug 2027 | 8 nights |
| Tue 17 Aug 2027 | TBC | — | Sun 22 Aug 2027 | 5 nights |
| Sun 22 Aug 2027 | TBC | — | Mon 30 Aug 2027 | 8 nights |
| Mon 30 Aug 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Wed 8 Sep 2027 | 9 nights |
| Wed 8 Sep 2027 | TBC | — | Fri 17 Sep 2027 | 9 nights |
| Fri 17 Sep 2027Busy day: 5 ships in | TBC | — | Mon 20 Sep 2027 | 3 nights |
| Mon 20 Sep 2027Busy day: 3 ships in | TBC | — | Tue 28 Sep 2027 | 8 nights |
| Tue 28 Sep 2027 | TBC | — | — | — |
Freedom of the Seas: ship and parking questions
Which terminal does Freedom of the Seas use in Southampton?
The port hasn't published the terminal for Freedom of the Seas' sailings yet. Your cruise documents will confirm it.
What is Freedom of the Seas like?
The Perfect Storm's racing waterslides, Cyclone and Typhoon, arrived with the 2020 amplification. Sports deck with FlowRider surf simulator, rock-climbing wall, mini golf and a full-size basketball court. A 136-metre indoor Royal Promenade, an ice rink and a theatre spanning three decks. The Lime & Coconut poolside bar has a rooftop sun deck; adults can retreat to the Solarium.
How many passengers does Freedom of the Seas carry?
Freedom of the Seas carries about 3,926 guests (double occupancy) and about 1,386 crew.
How big is Freedom of the Seas and when was it built?
Freedom of the Seas is 156,271 gross tons and 339 metres long; it entered service in 2006 and was refitted in 2020.
Is Freedom of the Seas good for children?
Yes. Freedom of the Seas has a kids' club (Adventure Ocean). Check Royal Caribbean's website for age groups and opening times.
What restaurants are on Freedom of the Seas?
Places to eat include Giovanni's Italian Kitchen, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, Chops Grille, El Loco Fresh, Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade and Windjammer. Some may cost extra.
Where can I park for a Freedom of the Seas cruise?
Meet & greet and park & ride work for every terminal, so you can book before your terminal is confirmed. The official option for Royal Caribbean is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027). Compare all parking →