An extraordinary Royal Caribbean cruise ship with so much to offer everyone onboard, you’re in for a treat when you embark on an adventure with Icon of the Seas – whether you’re travelling in a group with family or friends, as a couple, or even solo! Home to an abundance of dining options and more than enough bars and lounges to spend your evenings in, entertainment and excellent food is everywhere you look. Other highlights include the awe-inspiring AquaDome, the Category 6 waterpark, Absolute Zero (Royal Caribbean’s biggest ice arena!) and Crown’s Edge – an attraction that’s part rope course, part sky-walk, and all fun. With sailings to some of the most stunning destinations around the world, you’re certain to have a cruise getaway you’ll remember on one of the world’s largest cruise ships: Icon of the Seas.
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Dining
Dining onboard Icon of the Seas
From the elegant main dining rooms with marvellous menus to spots for casual light bites during the day and exceptional speciality restaurants serving cuisines from around the world, dining aboard Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is a sensational experience. If you’re a foodie, it’s easily one of the most exciting parts of the onboard experience available.
Whether you’re looking to enjoy a taste of home, with a burger or a slice of pizza, stacking your plate with foods from all around the world at the buffet, or a romantic meal somewhere a little more intimate, the restaurants available on this remarkable cruise ship cater to every taste and mood. Of all the incredible options available, highlights include:
- Windjammer Marketplace - this expansive buffet boasts a wide range of international dishes, with a welcoming, casual atmosphere ideal for both fulfilling meals and light bites throughout the day
- El Loco Fresh - in this vibrant eatery, you’ll have the chance to tuck into some decadent Mexican fare, from meat-stuffed tacos and tostadas to loaded nachos and more
- Basecamp - a stone’s throw from the adventurous activities on the upper decks, this is the perfect place to enjoy a light bite while soaking up the sunshine
- Hooked Seafood - delight in a fantastic selection of fresh seafood in this aptly-named restaurant, where a taste of the ocean around you is always moments away
- Izumi Hibachi & Sushi - here, you’ll be able to treat yourself to some delicious sushi and teppanyaki dishes, making it the perfect place to enjoy something unique onboard
- Pier 7 - with a relaxed vibe and a menu offering a wide selection of light bites, this vibrant venue offers fresh Californian-inspired cuisine
- Chops Grille - a popular restaurant onboard, you’ll find a wide selection of succulent steaks and seafood dishes on the menu here
- Sorrento’s - an authentic pizza restaurant, you’ll find slices topped with all your favourite ingredients here
- Coastal Kitchen - an exclusive dining venue for suite guests, this beautiful restaurant is the ultimate place to indulge in Mediterranean cuisine onboard
If you want to enjoy something to eat in the comfort of your own stateroom, you’ll also have the option to enjoy a selection of menu items from across the ship via room service, something that is available for a nominal additional fee.
Entertainment
Entertainment onboard Icon of the Seas
Expect dazzling stage shows, incredible live music that is certain to get you dancing, and vibrant bars with plenty of places to sit and socialise every night aboard Icon of the Seas. With something for everyone to enjoy, every evening of entertainment promises to be just as enjoyable and engaging as the last. Sensational throughout the day and night, a highlight aboard this Royal Caribbean cruise ship is the AquaDome; this entertainment venue is home to an impressive waterfall and acrobatics that will leave you in awe.
Alternatively, Absolute Zero is a popular place to see entertainment on ice; Icon of the Seas’ iteration of this venue is the fleet’s largest, and you’ll have the chance to see all-star performers create immersive and captivating entertainment experiences during your voyage. The Royal Theater onboard is home to more traditional cruise entertainment, with stage productions such as Showband and The Wizard of Oz on the agenda.
You’ll also encounter laugh-out-loud comedy shows in The Attic, a lively night of live music in the Music Hall, and more. Among the other bars and entertainment venues onboard, the following are the highlights:
- Dueling Pianos - catch a lively battle between two baby grand piano players in this stylish entertainment spot
- Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues - with live music and sensational drinks, there’s always a good reason to spend some time here
- Trellis Bar - take in views of this ship’s Central Park area while indulging in a hand-crafted cocktail or pre-dinner appetiser
- 1400 Lobby Bar - kick back and enjoy something refreshing in this stylish bar with stunning ocean views, the ideal place to meet friends and family before any adventures ashore
- The Lime and Coconut - for colourful cocktails and lively vibes, this bar is an incredible venue – and it’s a stone’s throw from several swimming pools
- Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade - boasting a great range of drinks, bar food, and games to keep you entertained, this is a fun place to spend some time when sailing
- Point & Feather - an English-style pub with a sensational selection of drinks and live music performances you won’t want to miss
Family
Family activities onboard Icon of the Seas
Icon of the Seas is a sensational cruise ship for children of all ages, and you’ll find all of Royal Caribbean’s incredible children’s clubs onboard alongside entertainment and activities for the whole family. Whether you want to take part in some active sports, play modern arcade games, or enjoy family-friendly entertainment, Icon of the Seas has something for everyone – and plenty of places to splash about in the sunshine while sailing between stunning destinations, too!
The organised youth clubs available aboard Icon of the Seas, which add even more to your experience as a family, are as follows:
- Royal Babies & Tots (ages 6 months to 36 months) - this dedicated space features supervised socialising and a variety of interactive activities and stimulating toys for young children to enjoy
- Aquanauts (ages 3 years to 5 years) - this club offers a fun and educational way to socialise and play with other children of a similar age
- Explorers (ages 6 years to 8 years) - here you’ll find hands-on science experiments, themed parties, arts and crafts, and more in this action-packed experience for younger children
- Voyagers (ages 9 years to 11 years) - this Adventure Ocean experience stokes competitive spirit with sports tournaments and video games alongside interesting interactive events and entertainment for tweens
You’ll also find dedicated spaces for older children to hang out and socialise, giving parents a break to enjoy the other interesting activities and attractions available onboard.
Things to do
Recreation onboard Icon of the Seas
When it comes to things to do onboard Icon of the Seas, there’ll never be a dull moment. Regardless of your travel party, you’ll find something to keep you entertained throughout the day. Featuring the coolest innovations at sea, there’s something on offer whether you’re looking for thrills, chills or something in between.
Looking for a day onboard that’s filled with exhilarating activities? Head over to Thrill Island, where you’ll find the spine-tingling Category 6 Waterpark, the biggest waterpark at sea that boasts 6 record-breaking slides, including Pressure Drop, an open free-fall waterslide, the Storm Chasers racing slides and more! Alternatively, head out on Crown’s Edge - a hair-raising skywalk and obstacle course. Or, if you want to hone your surfing skills, head to the iconic FlowRider Surf Simulator.
Families will also love Surfside, a neighbourhood designed with families in mind. There you’ll find the Water’s Edge Pool, Carousel, Arcade and kids' clubs - Adventure Ocean and Social020.
If relaxing is on your itinerary, Icon of the Seas has lots in store to ensure that you can unwind in style. From Chill Island, featuring the awe-inspiring Hideaway Pool, the Royal Bay (the largest pool at sea!) and more, to the Vitality Spa, you’ll be able to have some much-needed R&R throughout your getaway.
Other highlights onboard Icon of the Seas include:
- Central Park - an incredible green space on board, featuring over 10,000 plants and several great restaurants and retail spaces to enjoy
- Sports Court - here, you’ll have the chance to play basketball, volleyball, and more in the sunshine
- Rock Climbing Wall - enjoy stunning views of the ship and the ocean around you from atop this climbing wall, with multiple difficulties ensuring everyone can enjoy the challenge
- Flowrider Surf Simulator - whether you’re a pro or you want to practice your stance, this fun surf simulator is available on the upper decks
- Royal Escape Room: The Observatorium - for groups who want to see how well they can work together and solve a series of puzzles before the timer ticks down to zero
- Spotlight Karaoke - get together and belt out some bangers in this karaoke spot onboard
- Lost Dunes Mini Golf - with several holes to take on, there’s nothing like a round of mini golf at Lost Dunes
Elsewhere onboard, you’ll also find a fully-equipped Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art gym equipment and a comprehensive casino venue, where table games and Vegas-style slots await. Simply put, Icon of the Seas is home to something that every type of traveller can enjoy when sailing between destinations.
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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Icon of the Seas
Absolutely incredible we lived every minute of our holidays staff and crew go above and beyond, food is outstanding and the ship is just mind blowing so much to see and do A* Holiday
Beautiful ship with plenty to do for kids and adults alike! So many different zones on the ship to chill or play, and lots of delicious food available throughout the cruise. The ocean view balcony room was very spacious for our family of 3 with lots of space to hang clothes etc. I will definitely be returning to icon of the seas.
What a fabulous ship! Very clean and well maintained. A happy polite crew who are all a credit to the company. Very high quality and standard of food and entertainment. You want for nothing. There are so many food venues, catering for all tastes and available almost all the time. There is something going on at all times, catering for all tastes as well. The shows are very well produced and are excellent standard. The room we had was a sea view balcony. Clean and well provided with storage space. Perfectly ample space for two people with the added bonus of an outside space on your own balcony with table, chairs and footstools.
Icon of the seas was an amazing ship with such friendly staff and many things to do onboard. Ww had an amazing holiday and have already started looking for next year. The balcony we had was great to see each new port every day. One day we had breakfast on the balcony delivered by the staff for free which was a beautiful touch for our honeymoon.
