Norwegian Pearl
Norwegian Pearl measures 93,530 gross tons and carries approximately 2,344 guests across 15 decks. Jewel class. NCL lists built 2006 and refurbished 2025 – NOTE this differs from the brief, which said refurb 2021. HEADLINE SHIP-SPECIFIC FEATURE: Pearl retains the bowling alley (Deck 7, extra cost) that made her famous as the first ship at sea with bowling; her Jewel-class sisters Jewel, Jade and Gem do not list bowling. Pearl and Gem both retain a climbing wall; Jewel and Jade do not.
What Norwegian Pearl Is Like
Onboard, she carries Bowling, Climbing Wall, Basketball/Tennis Court, Jogging/Walking Track, Arcade and No go-kart track.
On the open decks, adults have Vibe Beach Club – adults-only sun deck, extra cost / limited passes.
Evenings run through Stardust Theater (Decks 5-7), Bliss Ultra Lounge (Deck 7), Deal or No Deal, Spinnaker Lounge and Magnum’s Champagne & Wine Bar.
The Haven is her ship-within-a-ship enclave. It takes in The Haven Courtyard (Deck 14), The Haven Pool & Courtyard, The Haven Sundeck and 24-hour butler service.
Dining on Norwegian Pearl
Your fare covers the main dining rooms aboard Norwegian Pearl.
- Main dining — Indigo (Deck 6) and Summer Palace (Deck 6), included
- Garden Café (Deck 12), plus The Great Outdoors outdoor buffet — the buffet, included in your fare
- Complimentary casual — O’Sheehan’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill (24-hour, Deck 8), Topsiders Bar & Grill and Sky High Bar & Grill
- Specialty dining, extra cost — Cagney’s Steakhouse, Le Bistro, La Cucina, Teppanyaki, Moderno Churrascaria and Sushi
What There Is To Do on Norwegian Pearl
Everything below is confirmed on Norwegian Pearl herself — not borrowed from her sister ships.
- Bowling
- Climbing Wall
- Basketball/Tennis Court
- Jogging/Walking Track
- Arcade
- No go-kart track
- Stardust Theater (Decks 5-7)
- Bliss Ultra Lounge (Deck 7)
- Deal or No Deal
- Spinnaker Lounge
- Magnum’s Champagne & Wine Bar
- Maltings Beer & Whiskey Bar
Norwegian Pearl is the kind of ship that rewards knowing what you booked. Tell us how you like to travel and we’ll tell you whether she fits.
Who Norwegian Pearl Suits
Full youth programme verified.
Adults travelling without children have Vibe Beach Club – adults-only sun deck, extra cost / limited passes to retreat to.
Norwegian Pearl Questions, Answered
What restaurants are on Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl has 2 main dining rooms (Indigo (Deck 6), Summer Palace (Deck 6)), plus the Garden Café (Deck 12), plus The Great Outdoors outdoor buffet buffet. Specialty restaurants include Cagney’s Steakhouse, Le Bistro, La Cucina, Teppanyaki, Moderno Churrascaria, Sushi. Specialty dining carries an extra cost; main dining and the buffet are complimentary.
Does Norwegian Pearl have go-karts?
No. Norwegian Pearl does not have a go-kart track. Her headline thrill attraction is Bowling.
What is The Haven on Norwegian Pearl?
The Haven on Norwegian Pearl is a keycard-restricted suite area with its own accommodation and dedicated service. It includes The Haven Courtyard (Deck 14), The Haven Pool & Courtyard, The Haven Sundeck, 24-hour butler service. Note that this ship does not carry a dedicated Haven Restaurant or Haven Lounge, which Norwegian provides only on its Epic, Breakaway, Breakaway Plus and Prima class ships.
Is Norwegian Pearl good for kids?
Norwegian Pearl runs a supervised youth programme: Splash Academy present (Deck 12). There is also a dedicated teen programme.
What's included on Norwegian Pearl?
Your fare on Norwegian Pearl includes the main dining rooms, the buffet, casual venues such as O’Sheehan’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill (24-hour, Deck 8), Topsiders Bar & Grill, plus onboard entertainment and most pool and deck facilities. Specialty restaurants and some thrill attractions carry an extra cost.
Which ships are Norwegian Pearl's sister ships?
Norwegian Pearl shares her Jewel-class design with Norwegian Jewel, Norwegian Jade, Norwegian Gem.
How many passengers does Norwegian Pearl hold?
Norwegian Pearl carries approximately 2,344 guests.
How big is Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl measures 93,530 gross tons across 15 decks.
How old is Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl entered service in 2006. She was most recently refurbished in 2021.
What class of ship is Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl is a Jewel-class ship in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet.
How many crew are on Norwegian Pearl?
Norwegian Pearl sails with a crew of about 1,099, serving approximately 2,344 guests.
Where does Norwegian Pearl sail?
Norwegian Pearl has recently sailed Alaska and Caribbean. Itineraries change by season — ask us for her current schedule.
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