Anthem of the Seas departing Sydney, 2026

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Anthem of the Seas

Anthem of the Seas is a Royal Caribbean International cruise ship of the Quantum class, in service since 2015. She measures 168,666 gross tons and carries 4,180 guests. She sails Australia and New Zealand, South Pacific, Alaska, Hawaii itineraries.

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About Anthem of the Seas

Anthem of the Seas, the second Quantum-class ship, entered service in April 2015 from Southampton, where she was christened by travel agent Emma Wilby. She shares the class's signature features, including the North Star observation capsule, the RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator, a FlowRider surf simulator and the SeaPlex with bumper cars. In the 2026-27 schedule she spends the southern summer sailing to the South Pacific, New Zealand and around Australia from Sydney and the northern summer on Alaska cruises between Vancouver and Seward, with Hawaii on the crossings.

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Deck plans

Open on the line's site

Where she sails

Home port: Sydney, Australia.

Flying in for your cruise?

Anthem of the Seas sails from Sydney, Australia. The airport is Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), with 15 lounges to wait in before you board.

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Quick answers

Which cruise line operates Anthem of the Seas?

Anthem of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean International and belongs to its Quantum class.

How big is Anthem of the Seas?

Anthem of the Seas measures 168,666 gross tons and 347 metres in length, with 16 decks.

How crowded does Anthem of the Seas feel?

Anthem of the Seas has a passenger space ratio of 40.4: 168,666 gross tons for 4,180 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Anthem of the Seas feels comfortable for her size.

How many passengers does Anthem of the Seas carry?

Anthem of the Seas carries 4,180 guests at double occupancy.

When did Anthem of the Seas enter service?

Anthem of the Seas entered service in 2015.

Where does Anthem of the Seas sail?

Anthem of the Seas sails Australia and New Zealand, South Pacific, Alaska and Hawaii itineraries. Her home port is Sydney, Australia.

Which airport should I fly into for Anthem of the Seas?

Anthem of the Seas sails from Sydney, Australia. Fly into Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), which has 15 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.

Where can I find the deck plans for Anthem of the Seas?

Royal Caribbean International publishes the deck plans for Anthem of the Seas; this page links to Deck plans.

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