Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas
Icon of the Seas is Royal Caribbean’s most ground-breaking ship to date, redefining the family cruise holiday. She combines seven unique neighbourhoods, from the adrenaline-charged Thrill Island with the Category 6 waterpark to the tranquil Cloud 17 adults-only retreat. The new AquaDome wows guests with high-tech acrobatic shows against panoramic ocean views, while the Surfside neighbourhood is designed just for young families.
Dining takes you around the world, with over 20 venues from vibrant casual spots to refined specialty restaurants like Chops Grille and Izumi. Evenings sparkle with Broadway-style productions, live music, and buzzing nightlife venues.
Sailing year-round in the Caribbean, Icon of the Seas offers the perfect mix of thrills, relaxation, and unforgettable memories. Book with Southampton Cruise Centre for tailored advice, unbeatable cabin deals, and your chance to experience the world’s ultimate cruise holiday.
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Ship facts
Maiden voyage2024
Guests7600
Crew2350
Decks20
Width
65
m
Length
365
m
Size
250800
GT
Speed
22
kn
Icon of the Seas
Welcome aboard Icon of the Seas! This is not just another ship- this is an extraordinary new class of adventure, the very first ship in an all-new class, Icon Class, debuting in 2023. Spread across eight different neighbourhoods, each of which has themed entertainment, restaurants, bars and experiences, there are five new destinations on board, plus three zones that passengers will be familiar with from other Royal Caribbean ships.
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
Aqua Theater
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
Spotlight Karaoke
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
Enjoy a cocktail in The Lobby bar - the bar has a colorful mosaic canopy overhead after sunset
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
The Hideaway turns the vacay vibes way with serving all your favorite cocktails
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
Empire Supper Club
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
Trellis Bar
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
The Theatre
Entertainment
World-class performers light up the stage night after night in original productions at the Royal Theater and experience breathtaking ice shows and water shows at the Absolute ZeroSM, the biggest ice arena ever, completely re engineered for bigger feats to wow the whole family. And the AquaDome which by day will have its own waterfall and wraparound ocean views; by night, it will transform into the ship’s social hub with restaurants, bars and aqua shows.
The inside of the Pearl has 3,000 kinetic panels and integrated lights that move in the organic patterns day and night!
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Surfside - a neighborhood for young families and is where adults and kids ages six and under can stay and play all day
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Splashaway Bay and Baby Bay at Surfside await along with a merry-go-round, arcade games and kids' clubs
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Surfside
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Surfside Caroussel
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Thrill Island on Icon of the Seas is where adrenaline-fueled adventures await!
Activities
Are you ready for the biggest water park at sea? Category 6 is the new water park that has six water slides including Pressure Drop, the industry’s first open free-fall slide and the 14-metre-high Frightening Bolt, which the company claims is the tallest slide on the high seas. Regardless of age, you will never be bored on board Icon of the Seas!
Icon of the Seas is the first Icon Class ship, which means this ship will have a new design size and look
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Special menus for children
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Surfside Eatery
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Izumi
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Hooked Seafood
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Aquadome Market
Food & Drink
Over 20 restaurants, bars and lounges to choose from! You can visit six different places each day of the week, if you wanted to, and enjoy everything from Southern comfort food to Italian cuisine and New England-inspired dishes.
Empire Supper Club
Body & Soul
Relax in the Vitality Spa, a retreat only for adults, or amid the greenery in the lush Central Park. The guests at the Suite Neighborhood can enjoy the holiday at the elevated Suite Sun Deck with a plunge pool, bar and loungers.
Body & Soul
Relax in the Vitality Spa, a retreat only for adults, or amid the greenery in the lush Central Park. The guests at the Suite Neighborhood can enjoy the holiday at the elevated Suite Sun Deck with a plunge pool, bar and loungers.
Cloud 17 is an adults-only retreat and home to the dedicated bar, the signature Lime & Coconut
Body & Soul
Relax in the Vitality Spa, a retreat only for adults, or amid the greenery in the lush Central Park. The guests at the Suite Neighborhood can enjoy the holiday at the elevated Suite Sun Deck with a plunge pool, bar and loungers.
The Suite Neighborhood - an area exclusively for suite guests
