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Norwegian Sun Southampton: terminal, sailings and parking
Norwegian Sun 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
- Mon 12 Oct 2026
- Sailings in the next year
- 1
- 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 Norwegian Cruise Line is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027).
Compare Horizon Terminal parkingAbout Norwegian Sun
Ship facts
- Entered service
- 2001
- Guests
- 1,878 (double occupancy)
- Crew
- 906
- Size
- 78,309 gross tons
- Length
- 258 m
- Passenger decks
- 9
- Pools
- 3
- Who it's for
- Families welcome (kids' club: Splash Academy)
What it has
- One of NCL's smaller, older ships, sailing for the line until a 2027 charter to Cordelia Cruises.
- Two included main dining rooms, Four Seasons and Seven Seas, plus the Garden Café buffet.
- Speciality choices include Cagney's Steakhouse, Le Bistro, La Cucina, Los Lobos Cantina and Moderno Churrascaria.
- Two outdoor main pools, Splashes children's pool with a waterfall, and five hot tubs.
- Shows in the two-storey Stardust Lounge; Bliss Ultra Lounge and Spinnaker Lounge for nightlife.
Places to eat
- Four Seasons
- Seven Seas
- Cagney's Steakhouse
- Le Bistro
- La Cucina
- Los Lobos Cantina
Ship facts from Wikipedia, ncl.com, bairdmaritime.com, checked early October 2026. Cruise lines change venues and facilities, so check Norwegian Cruise Line's website before you sail.
Upcoming Norwegian Sun 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. None of these sailings fall on a busy day (3 or more cruise ships in port). What to expect on the day
| Date | Terminal | Departs | Next Southampton call | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 12 Oct 2026 | Horizon Cruise Terminal · Berth 102 | — | — | — |
Norwegian Sun: ship and parking questions
Which terminal does Norwegian Sun use in Southampton?
Norwegian Sun usually sails from the Horizon Cruise Terminal (Berth 102, Western Docks, Dock Gate 10).
What is Norwegian Sun like?
One of NCL's smaller, older ships, sailing for the line until a 2027 charter to Cordelia Cruises. Two included main dining rooms, Four Seasons and Seven Seas, plus the Garden Café buffet. Speciality choices include Cagney's Steakhouse, Le Bistro, La Cucina, Los Lobos Cantina and Moderno Churrascaria. Two outdoor main pools, Splashes children's pool with a waterfall, and five hot tubs.
How many passengers does Norwegian Sun carry?
Norwegian Sun carries about 1,878 guests (double occupancy) and about 906 crew.
How big is Norwegian Sun and when was it built?
Norwegian Sun is 78,309 gross tons and 258 metres long; it entered service in 2001.
Is Norwegian Sun good for children?
Yes. Norwegian Sun has a kids' club (Splash Academy). Check Norwegian Cruise Line's website for age groups and opening times.
What restaurants are on Norwegian Sun?
Places to eat include Four Seasons, Seven Seas, Cagney's Steakhouse, Le Bistro, La Cucina and Los Lobos Cantina. Some may cost extra.
How many pools does Norwegian Sun have?
Norwegian Sun has 3 pools.
Where can I park for a Norwegian Sun 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 Norwegian Cruise Line is ABParking (£129 for 7 nights in January 2027). Compare Horizon Terminal parking →