Norwegian Epic
Make all of your traveling dreams come true with an "epic" adventure aboard the premier Norwegian Epic, a cutting-edge addition to Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet. Norwegian Epic cruises offer stunning destinations such as the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Europe. Travel from one amazing place to another with a repositioning cruise or venture into the great Atlantic Ocean on a transatlantic voyage.
At the time of her debut in 2010, Norwegian Epic was the largest and most innovative NCL cruise ship ever. She has taken Norwegian Cruise Line's Freestyle Cruising concept to a new level, featuring many "at sea firsts" as well as many new dining options (including specialty restaurants) and entertainment venues. Whichever destination is your landing point, you can expect a causal ambiance, delicious dining options, and wonderful accommodations onboard Norwegian Epic ship.
Ship Refurbishment
Norwegian Epic underwent extensive refurbishments in 2025 that brought noticeable enhancements to her top deck. Cruise guests can now enjoy more outdoor experiences, including a renovated Kids' Aqua Park, a brand-new hot tub, and much more fun-in-the-sun activities for everyone.
Posh Beach Club was replaced with an expanded Vibe Beach Club, an adults-only area with hot tubs, comfortable lounge chairs, private cabanas, and breathtaking views of the destinations you visit. Besides, eight new staterooms were added to offer more balconies and oceanview accommodations to guests who wish to sail to the Mediterranean and explore the Greek Isles, Italy, Malta, and other European destinations.
Restaurants
Dine at your own pace aboard Norwegian Epic, which has an incredible variety of complimentary and specialty dining options, plus room service:
- Enjoy mouthwatering meals in the two main dining rooms, Taste and The Manhattan Room;
- Fill up with a wide variety of options at the Garden Café buffet, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner;
- Find classic Pub-inspired dishes at the 24-hour O'Sheehan's Bar & Grill;
- Enjoy grill favorites at The Great Outdoors, a buffet-style bar serving even guests in swimsuits;
- Visit adults-only Spice H2O, an Ibiza-inspired beach club that turns into a dance floor at night;
- Enjoy a private fine dining experience at The Haven Restaurant if you are booked in one of The Haven suites.
Make your Norwegian Epic cruise unforgettable with a dinner in one of the numerous specialty venues, such as:
- The delicious Cagney's Steakhouse, featuring must-try Parmesan truffle fries, classic cocktails, and an extensive wine list;
- Le Bistro, serving up authentic French dishes;
- Brazilian Steakhouse Moderno Churrascaria, offering delicious salads and slow-roasted meats;
- Wasabi with a great choice of sushi and traditional Japanese culinary bites;
- La Cucina, offering Italian classics;
- Shanghai's Chinese Restaurant with Asian Fusion dining experience, and more.
Complement your dining experience aboard Norwegian Epic with a pre- or post-dinner drink at one of her numerous bars and lounges. Among them are a real ice bar, the first of its kind on a cruise ship and one place you certainly cannot miss, Starbucks®, Maltings Whiskey Bar, The Cavern Club, and more!
Activities & Entertainment
Excitement awaits you in the many fun and relaxing public areas aboard Norwegian Epic. Offering a broad range of entertainment and activities, the cruise ship has something appealing to guests of all ages. From live shows and performances to an expansive Aqua Park to bowling alleys to a casino to a full-service spa and salon and more, you'll never fall short of something to do. The choice of how you spend your time onboard is yours!
- There are dedicated youth facilities onboard this cruise ship for children and teens, plus an onboard video games arcade and a two-story Wii screen showing Hollywood hit movies and sports events.
- Dance the night away at Bliss Ultra Lounge.
- Laugh until you cry at Headliners Comedy Club.
- Let your stress melt away in the Thermal Spa Suite, featuring a Thalassotherapy pool, Vitality pool, and more!
Staterooms & Suites
The accommodations on a Norwegian Epic cruise are comfortable, stylish, and spacious. All outside staterooms, except two Oceanview staterooms with a floor-to-ceiling window, have a private balcony with breathtaking views! On your private balcony, you can enjoy the intimacy and up-close proximity to viewing sunrises and sunsets or simply relax. A new type of stateroom, first available onboard this ship, is a studio stateroom, designed with single cruisers in mind. When staying in such a stateroom, you have private keycard access to the Studio Lounge, a shared two-story private lounge with concierge service and a bar (exclusively for studio guests). When booking a suite in The Haven, the most exclusive suite experience, you can enjoy exclusive access to a private courtyard, Concierge Lounge, and private restaurant.
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Ship Highlights
Vibe Beach Club
Vibe Beach Club was added to Norwegian Epic top decks in 2025. This 2-story, private retreat allows guests to connect with the ocean while disconnecting from everything else. This adults-only venue is perfect for relaxation. It features hot tubs, chaise loungers, skewers of fruit, and a full-service bar, offering a wonderful pass into serenity for an extra fee.
Aqua Park
Get ready to splash the afternoon away at the Aqua Park! This exciting area of Norwegian Epic ship features three multi-story waterslides (including the 200-foot Epic Plunge, the first bowl slide at sea), two main pools with arching water effects that illuminate at night, five hot tubs, a kid's pool, and plenty of lounge chairs to soak up some sun. It’s a wonderful place for guests of all ages to experience some memorable family fun!
Cirque Dreams Epicurean
The 217-seat Spiegel Tent venue is home to the outstanding Cirque Dreams Epicurean dinner show, a must-see onboard your Norwegian Epic cruise! This outstanding, unforgettable dining experience brings together the concept of dinner and a show, with a delicious dinner followed by a breathtaking acrobatic performance. The ever-changing, gravity-defying performance by these world-class performers is certain to captivate your senses and blow you away!
Spice H20
Adults can escape to this Ibiza-style beach club while the kids enjoy the facilities of their own. During the day, you can relax on sun loungers around this adults-only pool area before enjoying the terrific nightlife ambiance found here by night. Discover non-stop entertainment (including a dance floor), bar service, and a giant screen that projects hypnotic visuals throughout the night.
The Haven
The life of luxury awaits you onboard Norwegian Epic. When staying in The Haven suites, you have private keycard access to this exclusive two-story section of the ship, The Haven. Within it, are a private pool, two hot tubs, a gym, a steam room, cabanas, hammocks, a sundeck, indoor/outdoor dining (in the private Haven Restaurant), and a bar/nightclub (the private Haven Lounge). Live your best life on your Norwegian Epic cruise by booking one of these phenomenal accommodations to receive all of these wonderful amenities.
Skyy® Vodka Ice Bar
Stay cool at one of the "hottest" (but in reality, one of the coldest!) bars onboard Norwegian Epic, the Skyy® Vodka Ice Bar! Inspired by the original ice hotels of Scandinavia, this is the only true ice bar at sea. Everything, including the walls, tables, and stools, is made of ice! Upon entering this one-of-a-kind venue, you'll be given a fur coat to keep you warm while you sip vodka in the chilly, 17-degree atmosphere.
Cagney's
This traditional steakhouse, featured on many NCL cruise ships, is a must-try at least once during your Norwegian Epic cruise. Indulge in expertly prepared, premium cuts of steak and gourmet seafood. Don't forget to try their famous Parmesan truffle fries! There is a per-person cover charge to dine at this venue, but it's worth every dollar!
The Manhattan Room
Step into this main restaurant onboard Norwegian Epic, and you may very well feel like you've been transported to an exclusive New York City supper club. Open only for dinner; this opulent venue features expansive panoramic windows with sweeping ocean views, plus a large dance floor where performers can provide entertainment as you eat. This restaurant's menu features a well-balanced selection of appetizers, main dishes, and tempting desserts such as chocolate volcano cake.
Kid-Friendly
Kids and teenagers are certain to have the time of their lives onboard Norwegian Epic with her wonderful youth amenities such as Splash Academy, Entourage, a video games room, and more. Splash Academy is a club exclusively for kids and tweens, featuring video game consoles, a dance floor, and other fun age-based activities. Entourage Teen Club is for those aged 13 to 17 and is filled with fun things to do, including Playstation® 3, air hockey, foosball, pinball, a video jukebox, nine large flat-screen TVs, self-serve food and soda stations. At night, this venue becomes a teens-only dance club.
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