Hero of the Seas

Whether you dream of trailblazing through the Alaskan tundra, learning how to whip up traditional Mediterranean dishes on the Greek isles, or sampling rum at centuries-old distilleries in the Caribbean, you’ll find the world is brimming with full day adventures — and nobody takes you deeper than Shore Excursions. Explore every shore your way with excursions and guided shore trips designed to thrill all kinds of traveler, from couples craving a little extra romance to families looking to bond over bucket list moments. No matter what kind of vacation experience you’re after, you’ll find new and exciting ways to make memories on your next getaway with a Shore Excursion. Unleash your inner explorer and discover bold new ways to connect with the people, culture and places around you as you cruise from one unforgettable port of call to another.

Take your adventure underwater and discover a whole world that’s teeming with life. Swim with turtles and manta rays, float over vibrant reefs and explore colorful coral forests on a snorkelling excursion designed to bring you up close with the ocean’s most beautiful natural treasures.  

There’s no better way to explore the beauty beneath the waves than on a guided scuba excursion. Dive deep below the surface of the sea with a certified expert and weave through brilliant coral colonies, scour centuries-old shipwrecks and come face-to-face with exotic aquatic critters.  

When the sirens sound off, be ready to raft! Ignore the screams of your crew in a weightless mid-air hover before a massive drop delivers awesome views of the ocean below — on the first suspended family raft slide at sea.

Strap in and step onto the walkway for a fear-inducing challenge that's part skywalk, part obstacle course, part thrill ride and an all-out test of courage. But hurry - when you least expect it, the floor beneath your feet could disappear, leaving you dangling high over the ocean.

Go with the flow of 30,000 gallons of rushing awesome on the FlowRider surf simulator. This fleet favourite is the prime spot to show off your wave taming skills or challenge your bestie to a round of boogie boarding. 

When the forecast calls for the next-level thrills, gather your whole crew - and your courage - for Hurricane Hunter℠, the first family raft slide at sea. Hold on tight and keep an eye out. Between all the shrieks and laughter, there's a massive drop when you least expect it. 

A world of sensory discoveries awaits you at the AquaDome℠ — the most immersive scene at sea. From a towering shapeshifting waterfall that cascades into a dive pool to dining options designed to pique your culinary curiosity.

With our boldest entertainment lineup ever, the new Icon of the Seas℠ raises the bar on curtain raising. Like Broadway-style renditions of storytime classics, productions dreamed up for littles, adults-only comedy shows and live music for any mood. Plus, two new venues that set the stage for spectacular — from the largest ice skating arena at sea to a first-of-its-kind venue that takes the only aqua shows at sea to an unimaginable new level

The Wizard of Oz

Follow the yellow brick road to our biggest cast and orchestra ever in the Broadway hit musical, The Wizard of Oz. Sing along as Dorothy leads the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion and Toto somewhere over the rainbow on the most famous journey of all time. Just click your heels together three times, and you’ll be transported to the Emerald City with our most advanced production ever.

Aqua Action!

Futuristic technology and extreme athletic skills come together to blur the line between live action movie and live theater. Welcome to Aqua Action! Take your seats as our biggest cast of daredevils performs superhuman stunts and feats of cinematic proportions beneath a towering, shapeshifting waterfall. It all comes to life before your eyes, and the stakes are higher than ever before.

Pirates vs Mermaids

Who really rules the waves? It’s time to find out during Pirates vs. Mermaids, the newest AquaTheater show that's tidally for kids and grownups alike. Choose your side as these superstars of the sea battle it out along the breakwater and show off their splashiest skills, from acrobatics and diving to swimming and dancing — and even swabbing the deck. It's a high-energy, interactive show that doesn’t stop until the last drop.

Showband! Live. Music. Now.

All the best musical genres take center stage in Showband! Live. Music. Now. Your night hits a high note as phenomenal vocal artists accompanied by sixteen top- tier musicians — the largest orchestra at sea — take big band to a whole new octave of incredible. All while state-of-the-art sound and mesmerizing visuals create a fully immersive experience. You'll find yourself clapping along as soon as the band strikes up.

A New Spin on Storytime

Hear ye, hear ye — by His Majesty’s decree, you are hereby invited to Once Upon a Time: The King’s Royal Ball. For the first time ever, we've dreamed up an ice spectacular to take our youngest storybook readers to a land far, far away. And all the most famous fairytale superstars will be there, celebrating their fabled quests. When the final chapter closes, you’re sure to leave feeling happily ever after.

Step into Absolute Zero, our biggest ice arena ever, to watch all-star performers unleash maximum axels and supersize spins, all while an immersive, digitally mapped backdrop transforms this arctic arena to showcase story lines beyond any you've imagined. 

Shake up your sea day with ice-cold drinks and sun-drenched hangs.

Like the suspended infinity pool that bumps beach club beats. A swim-up bar that doubles as a dance party. And an elevated retreat that's in another stratosphere of chic. Plus, each poolside vibe overflows with lively music, signature cocktail menus and infinite views.

For a more mellow vibe at Chill Island℠, soak up ocean views from the disappearing edge of The Cove Pool℠ as you unwind to live Caribbean music. Grab a lounger or a daybed - there are plenty of covered areas for you to cool off here for that made in the shade sensation.

Located on Chill Island℠.

Make your wade to Swim & Tonic℠ — the largest swim-up bar at sea and the first ever in the Royal Caribbean® fleet. It's the most spirited spot on the ship, with bartenders shaking up gin-based drinks and a resident DJ spinning the hottest beats.

Located on Chill Island℠.

Floating in mid-air eight stories up, the first suspended infinity pool at sea brings beach club vibes to the back of the ship at this adults-only paradise. Spend the day sipping bubbly champagne cocktails while the DJ spins relaxing beach beats until after the sun goes down.

Located on Chill Island℠.

A sprawling oasis awaits you at Royal Bay in Chill Island℠. With over 40,000 gallons of water, it's the largest pool at sea - complete with in-water loungers and raised whirlpools offering elevated views and plenty of space to soak up the sun or make a splash.

Located on Chill Island℠.

Tucked away on the top deck, this elevated oasis achieves a new stratosphere of chic with a secluded pool, cantilevered whirlpool and private access to The Lime and Coconut® bar — all while overlooking the ocean.

Located on Chill Island℠.

Welcome to Lou’s Jazz 'n Blues℠, an instrument addition to Central Park®. From soulful classics to jazz pop performances, sounds from the house band drift through the lush landscape of this open-air neighborhood. Swing by for cocktails that play ode to legendary favourites - and stay for live music from the Big Easy to the Big Apple. Whether you’re enjoying ragtime riffs from your table-for-two indoors or setting the mood on an evening stroll during Jazz in the Park, you won’t be able to resist jiving along.

From classic cups of joe to coffee-infused cocktails that’ll perk up your nights - this is anything but bean there, done that. Start your days and end your evenings at Rye & Bean℠, a transformative coffee shop that’s the perfect blend of cozy morning hangout and buzzing late-night bar. Whether your go-to is a flat white or an expertly made espresso martini, you’ll find yourself shipping on freshly brewed views at the AquaDome℠ from dawn until the very last drop.

Take your night out to new heights - and new sights - at The Overlook℠ lounge. With two levels of floor-to-ceiling wraparound windows, the ocean views from inside the awe-inspiring AquaDome℠ are unmatched.

Make your way to the glowing garden of Overlook Pods for your most elevated hangout ever. Challenge your friends to a classic board game, lounge around to the live music or cozy up with a cocktail before catching a show at the AquaTheatre show. Perfectly perched for prime panoramas, these next-level nooks are the first of their kind at sea - taking laidback to another level.

At Music Hall, no night sounds the same as the last. Get a front row view from anywhere on the dance floor while the industry’s best cover bands rock like the real thing. Or, take in the scene from the bar, pool tables and intimate lounge tables with your favourite cocktails. This premier place for live music lovers deserves a spot on your after-dark set list.

From hilarious to ridiculous, we’ve got the jokes. Modeled after Manhattan’s dark and intimate comedy clubs, the adults-only live show brings guest comedians whose only job is to make you laugh —seriously.

Stroll arm-in-arm along the winding pathways of Central Park® for a date night that goes all-in on al fresco. Nestled among thousands of tropical plants and living walls that soar high above, you’ll find the tucked away Trellis Bar. This enchanting escape offers an all-new menu of elegant pre-dinner appetizers for an outing that’s anything but ordinary. Paired with handcrafted cocktails, each delectable dish is plated to perfection - and best enjoyed under the stars.

Designed with vintage vibes to leave you with a first impression that lasts, 1400℠ Lobby Bar is your new meetup spot onboard. This bar is the closest you’ll get to the waves - and the first time the Royal Promenade has ever opened up to the outdoors. Kick back and soak up the energy of the bustling indoor boulevard or enjoy your drinks with a side of sea breeze on the ocean-facing terrace. And indulge in upscale cocktails inspired by the history of shipbuilding and developed with world-renowned mixologist, Tony Abou-Ganim.

Make your vacation pop at Bubbles℠, a new walk-up champagne bar in the heart of Central Park®. Order by the bottle or the glass — it’s always the perfect time for a chilled flute of brut. Start your morning with a mimosa or a bright-and-early Bellini. And celebrate moments big and small with a trickling champagne tower that sparkles. All while being serenaded by the soulful sounds of Jazz in the Park.

Choose your tune and grab the mic - it’s your time to shine at Spotlight℠ Karaoke. With thousands of popular song choices and all eyes on you, this just might be your big break. Do a soundcheck from the Royal Promenade at the bar that’s serving up lyrical courage. Step into the limelight or support your fellow superstars - future headliners can even rent a private room for an intimate show with your closest fans. Just be sure to rest up your vocal cords for an evening that deserves an encore.

Take your night out across the pond at Point & Feather℠, an English pub that’s pouring up perfect pints and stirring up an all-new menu of spirited sips. Challenge your crew to a game of darts to decide who gets the next round. Or take aim in a thrilling tournament where bragging rights are on the bullseye. Grab a seat wherever you like - with a guitarist’s stage that’s front and center, you’ll hear your song request all the way from the bar to the Royal Promenade.

Now you don't have to choose between watching the big game and playing your favorite games at Casino Royale℠. Keep your eyes on the prize — more screens means more sports, everywhere you look. Try your hand at nearly 30 table games, choose from over 370 hot slot machines and play bar-top video poker between sizzling sessions. Plus, a high-limit area ups the ante on action-packed. And you can always wager on a win with the best cover bands in the biz at the nearby Music Hall.

With a menu of game-day favorites and icy-cold draughts on top, anything you order at Playmakers℠ Sports Bar & Arcade is a winner. And while you’re working on a signature Playmakers Burger or the five-scoop Touchdown Sundae, you can catch your home team live on dozens of screens or face off against your friends in the arcade.

Gear up for a vertical scramble to the summit of Adrenaline Peak – the ultimate rock-climbing expedition and our highest vantage point yet. Located at Thrill Island, this craggy course rewards you with unmatchable views from the top of the ship.

This is not your average piano bar. This is a battle of the baby grands. Located in the lively Royal Promenade, Dueling Pianos℠ is a first-of-its-kind bar in the fleet, bringing a new scale of sing-alongs with nightly high-energy piano performances. Two talented pianists take your song requests and go key-to-key, tickling the ivories — and your funny bone. With a full catalog of toe-tapping tunes, belly-busting banter and musical mixology, this interactive show hits all the right notes.

Make the most of every minute together — at the new Surfside℠, the ultimate stay-all-day destination for families right onboard. From kid-approved waterslides and a pool for grownups to plenty of bites so you can fuel up for bolder bonding.

Unwind with the best seat under the sun at the new Water's Edge pool. Kick back on an in-water lounger or claim one of the islands dotting the pool for infinite ocean views between giggles by the gallon at Splashaway Bay℠ aquapark.

Located at at Surfside℠.

A dare defying decent.

Climb to the top and peek over the edge. You're now face to face with an epic near-vertical slide. But the chase of the thrill is stronger than you fear. Take a deep breath and let gravitiy take over on the Pressure Drop℠, the first open free-fall slide at sea.

The search for your favorite island bar is over. The Lime and Coconut® turns the vacay vibes way, way up with DJs, live music and two bars serving all your favorite poolside cocktails — including the signature Lime & Coconut. And when the sun goes down, this pool bar just might be the hottest spot onboard.

Designed with all ages in mind, the award-winning Adventure Ocean® is going bigger on adventure than ever — and kids are in for the playtime of their lives. Little ones can let their imaginations guide the way with plenty of whimsical rooms to roam and climbable creations to explore. Tall tales at a magical starry night themed theater. Interactive tinker time at Workshop. Friendly foosball competition and cozy spaces to call their own at Hangout. Plus dedicated programs that will engage all the senses for babies and younger kids at AO Babies and AO Juniors.

Open the floodgates on fun at the sprawling Splashaway Bay℠ aquapark with sprayers and a massive drench bucket. Plus, plenty of flowing fountains and sun-soaked slides keep the kids running back for more.

On Icon of the Seas℠, teens get an exclusive space that’s all their own — and the freedom to choose how they spend their time onboard. Social020 is their hidden hangout spot with music to jam out to, a lineup of movies, and plenty of comfortable places to kick back with new friends. Plus, it’s always game on with foosball competitions and all the latest consoles.

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Little ones can dance to the beat of their own drum with fantastic fam jams and supersized festival games. Make new friends at Adventure Ocean® youth program with plenty of climbable creations to explore. And tuck in for nightly bedtime stories that'll leave you feeling happily ever after.