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Liberty of the Seas Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking

Liberty of the Seas usually sails from the Horizon Cruise Terminal. Here are its upcoming Southampton dates, departure times where published, and the best parking for that terminal.

Quick answer

Terminal
Horizon Cruise Terminal (Berth 102)
Entrance
Dock Gate 10
Next sailing
Sat 10 Oct 2026, departs 17:00Busy day: 3 ships in
Sailings in the next year
2
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

ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station.

The official option for Royal Caribbean is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027).

Compare Horizon Terminal parking

About Liberty of the Seas

Ship facts

Entered service
2007 (refitted 2026)
Guests
3,948 (double occupancy)
Crew
1,360
Size
154,407 gross tons
Length
339 m
Passenger decks
14
Pools
4
Who it's for
Families welcome (kids' club: Adventure Ocean)

What it has

  • Amplified in 2026 with a reimagined pool deck, private casitas and The Lime & Coconut bar.
  • Three waterslides, including the Tidal Wave boomerang slide, plus FlowRider, climbing wall and ice rink.
  • New Royal Escape Room and an expanded Casino Royale with over 400 machines and 35 tables.
  • New-to-ship Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, El Loco Fresh and Starbucks join Chops Grille and Giovanni's Table.
  • Four pools and Splashaway Bay water park; Adventure Ocean for kids and Fuel Teen Disco for teens.

Places to eat

  • Chops Grille
  • Giovanni's Table
  • Izumi Hibachi & Sushi
  • El Loco Fresh
  • Johnny Rockets
  • Windjammer

Ship facts from Wikipedia, royalcaribbean.com, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check Royal Caribbean's website before you sail.

Upcoming Liberty 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. 2 of these sailings are on busy days, with 3 or more cruise ships in port. The next is Sat 10 Oct 2026, with 3 ships in. Allow 1–2 hours to board on those days. What to expect on the day

DateTerminalDepartsNext Southampton callLength
Sat 10 Oct 2026Busy day: 3 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 10217:00Fri 16 Oct 20266 nights
Fri 16 Oct 2026Busy day: 4 ships inHorizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102———

Liberty of the Seas: ship and parking questions

Which terminal does Liberty of the Seas use in Southampton?

Liberty of the Seas usually sails from the Horizon Cruise Terminal (Berth 102, Western Docks, Dock Gate 10).

What is Liberty of the Seas like?

Amplified in 2026 with a reimagined pool deck, private casitas and The Lime & Coconut bar. Three waterslides, including the Tidal Wave boomerang slide, plus FlowRider, climbing wall and ice rink. New Royal Escape Room and an expanded Casino Royale with over 400 machines and 35 tables. New-to-ship Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, El Loco Fresh and Starbucks join Chops Grille and Giovanni's Table.

How many passengers does Liberty of the Seas carry?

Liberty of the Seas carries about 3,948 guests (double occupancy) and about 1,360 crew.

How big is Liberty of the Seas and when was it built?

Liberty of the Seas is 154,407 gross tons and 339 metres long; it entered service in 2007 and was refitted in 2026.

Is Liberty of the Seas good for children?

Yes. Liberty of the Seas has a kids' club (Adventure Ocean). Check Royal Caribbean's website for age groups and opening times.

What restaurants are on Liberty of the Seas?

Places to eat include Chops Grille, Giovanni's Table, Izumi Hibachi & Sushi, El Loco Fresh, Johnny Rockets and Windjammer. Some may cost extra.

How many pools does Liberty of the Seas have?

Liberty of the Seas has 4 pools.

What time does Liberty of the Seas leave Southampton?

On Sat 10 Oct 2026, Liberty of the Seas is scheduled to depart at 17:00, according to the port's provisional schedule. Your boarding time is on your cruise documents.

Where can I park for a Liberty of the Seas cruise?

ABP's own Horizon long-stay car park is next to the terminal for Celebrity, Disney, MSC, Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and some Fred Olsen sailings. The terminal is about a 12-minute walk from Southampton Central station. The official option for Royal Caribbean is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027). Compare Horizon Terminal parking →