A Quick Photo Tour of Norwegian Prima
DISCLOSURE: Stylish Cruising contains affiliate links and is a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, as well as affiliate programs with other companies. If you make a purchase using one of these links, we may receive compensation at no extra cost to you. To learn more, please see our Privacy Policy.
The Prima is a new vessel in Norwegian Cruise Lines‘ fleet, a revolutionary Prima-class ship designed to amaze you. We have recently returned from a fifteen-day cruise and will give you a deck-by-deck photo tour of Norwegian Prima, highlighting many of the venues you will see.
Not everything is pictured, of course, the post would be too long, but I have tried to give you an idea of what you can expect to see when you board the Prima. You will also be more aware of what is available on the ship and where to find it.
Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate on our cruise for good photos of the exterior amenities. With temperatures in the 30s and 40s Fahrenheit, thick fog, and rain, it just wasn’t possible on this transatlantic cruise.
More information is available in other posts about the Prima’s restaurants, the Haven complex, and a Haven Two-Bedroom Villa with Large Balcony on the Prima.
About The Ship
The Prima is a Prima-class ship in the NCL fleet. Built in 2022, she made her inaugural sailing in October 2022. With a capacity of 3,099 passengers, the Prima is a smaller ship than the Breakaway Plus ships that preceded her: the Encore (2015), Joy (2017), Bliss (2018), and Escape (2019).
Following Prima in the Prima Class is Viva (2023) and soon Aqua (2025). Three more Prima class ships are scheduled to follow before a new class will be introduced.
About The Tour
This tour will begin at the lowest accessible deck for passengers, Deck 6, moving forward through the deck to the bow. Successive deck tours will follow the same pattern from stern to bow.
Deck 6
Deck 6 is the lowest deck on the Prima accessible to passengers. From the stern moving forward, you will find Cagney’s, a specialty restaurant, and the Commodore Room, a main dining restaurant, anchored by the Belvedere Bar, which was popular in the mornings for its continental breakfast and coffee spread on the bar. People tended to congregate at its tables throughout the day to play cards or to read.
Midship is the casino, which stayed busy whenever the ship was at sea.
Forward from there is the lowest level of the Penrose Atrium, where you will find Cruise Next (where you can book a new cruise), the Penrose Bar, and shops.
Toward the bow is the lowest level of the three-level Prima Theater and Club. If you purchase the Behind The Scenes Tour, it includes a backstage tour of the theater.
Deck 7
Hudson’s, a main dining room, fills the entire stern of the ship.
Beyond Hudson’s are Hasuki and Nama Sushi & Sashimi, both specialty restaurants.
Midship, you will find Le Bistro (a specialty restaurant), the Metropolitan Bar, and the Humidor Cigar Lounge.
Moving forward, you will find Syd Norman’s Pour House and the Improv at Sea, both small entertainment venues.
You will then pass along the Gateway toward the atrium.
Related Posts
In the Penrose Atrium, you will find the I-Connect Internet Cafe (where you can get assistance with your Wi-Fi), Guest Services (where they handle any issues you may have), the main Starbucks (there is a second Starbucks in the Indulge Food Hall), and Shore Excursions, along with some shops, including Effy, a popular upscale jewelry store.
Deck 8
Deck 8 is one of the busiest decks onboard, with extensive outdoor and indoor areas.
Starting in the stern, we have the Indulge Food Hall, which includes its outdoor lounge and the Soleil Bar. Find a free table and use the pad provided to order food from any of the several “food trucks” available.
Moving forward outside you will find infinity pools on both sides of the ship.
Inside, you will find the Local Bar & Grill, a 24/7 eatery and bar specializing in pub food.
Outside of the Local Bar & Grill are landing areas for The Drop and The Rush, two dry slides.
Moving forward inside, we find the Photo Gallery, Los Lobos and Onda by Scarpetta (two specialty restaurants), shops, and Perspectives Studio (where you can have professional photos made).
Outside those venues is where the Concourse and the Oceanwalk begin.
Moving forward again inside, we have the Whiskey Bar and some shops overlooking the Penrose Atrium, with the next level of the Prima Theater and Club toward the bow.
La Terrazza flanks the theater on both sides outside.
Decks 9 – 11
Decks 9 through 11 contain only passenger cabins and no public areas.
Deck 12
Deck 12 is mostly passenger cabins, but it is also the home of the Medical Center, accessed by the midship elevators.
Decks 13 – 14
Decks 13 through 14 contain only passenger cabins and no public areas.
Deck 15
Deck 15 is also mostly passenger cabins. Midship is the Splash Academy, the club for kids.
Deck 15 forward is the home of the Mandara Spa and Salon, but the entrance is on Deck 16.
Deck 16
Deck 16 has public areas in the stern and bow with passenger cabins in between.
In the stern is the Haven complex, which is exclusive to suites guests. The Haven Sundeck with an infinity pool is outside, along with the Haven Outdoor Lounge and the Haven Outdoor Restaurant.
Inside is the Concierge Desk, the Haven Restaurant, and the Haven Lounge and Bar.
In the bow is the entrance to the Mandara Spa and Salon, as well as the Pulse Fitness Center.
Deck 17
Deck 17 is a very busy place. Starting at the stern, we find another portion of the Haven Sundeck and the Vibe Beach Club.
Moving toward midship, you will see the Surfside Grill, the outdoor portion of the ship’s buffet.
Indoors, you will find Food Republic (a specialty restaurant) and the Surfside Cafe (the interior portion of the buffet), then Palomar (a specialty restaurant).
Outside as you move forward is the Waves Pool Bar, followed by the pool, flanked on both sides by infinity hot tubs. On the starboard side is the Wave.
In the bow of the ship is the Galaxy Pavilion (a fun video arcade for adults and kids alike), flanked on three sides by the Observation Lounge (which has phenomenal ocean views and features a small buffet) and its bar.
Deck 18
Deck 18 is split into two parts, the aft portion in the stern and the forward portion in the bow.
In the stern is the Prima Speedway Bar. Moving forward on the port side is The Drop (a slide), Tee Time (electronic mini golf), and the Bull’s Eye (electronic darts game). On the starboard side is the Rush (another slide), the Stadium, and the Prima Speedway (go-karts).
In the bow is the Wave (a slide), the Sundeck, and the Kids Aqua Park.
Deck 19
Deck 19 is also divided into two parts.
In the stern is part of the Prima Speedway.
In the bow is a Sundeck and the Wave (a slide).
Deck 20
Deck 20, the highest deck of the Prima, is likewise divided into two parts.
In the stern is the Prima Speedway Viewing Area, followed by the Prima Speedway.
In the bow is the uppermost portion of the Wave.
Final Thoughts On Photo Tour Of Norwegian Prima
I hope you enjoyed this photo tour of Norwegian Prima and that it tempts you to book a cruise on her soon. I promise – you won’t be disappointed.
Happy cruising!
LET’S BE SOCIAL: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.
Planning to book a cruise? We have some tips for you.
