The latest on Legend of the Seas’ lounges, live music, stage shows, and unmissable experiences
Legend of the Seas, the latest Icon Class cruise ship from Royal Caribbean and (as of launch) the largest cruise ship in the world, is just about as legendary as cruising can get, and the immense selection of engaging entertainment venues and experiences promises to keep every moment onboard as sensationally spectacular as the last – and the next.
With over 15 bars and even more entertainment spaces adding to your onboard experience, it’s safe to say that you’re going to have options when it comes to occupying an evening onboard or a sea day sailing between destinations. If you’re wondering what those options are, and which one you should head to first when you get a spare moment onboard, look no further; below, we have a full run-through of all the entertainment options (including bars and lounges) on Legend of the Seas, with a handful of recommendations and rave reviews from Iglu Cruise experts who were fortunate enough to spend a few nights on Legend of the Seas ahead of its maiden voyage. Unlike opinions on the dining on Legend of the Seas, which saw Hooked Seafood stand out as a particular favourite, this selection of Iglu Cruise experts found it a lot harder to pick just one favourite aboard this remarkable Royal Caribbean cruise ship.
Legend of the Seas’ entertainment options include:
- Music Hall
- Royal Theater
- Spotlight Karaoke
- 1400
- Ale & Arrow
- Absolute Zero
- Duelling Pianos
- Boleros
- Schooner Bar
- Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade
- Trellis Bar
- Bubbles
- Lou’s
- The Overlook
- AquaTheater
- The Lime and Coconut
- Cantina Fresca
- The Hideaway Bar
- Swim & Tonic
- The Lime and Coconut Frozen Bar
- Basecamp Bar
- The Grove
Music Hall
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 3 and 4 (MID)
Home to: Signature concerts, performances from the Legend of the Seas Showband, RED: The Ultimate Nightclub experience, and more
A fantastic spot for evening entertainment and late-night fun, Legend of the Seas’ Music Hall is a two-level club-style space with a stage for unmissable music, a bar serving all your favourite refreshments, and ample space to dance the night away when everywhere else onboard is shutting up shop. If you’re looking for somewhere to let loose onboard, this is the place to go – with the After Hours Nightclub with Legend of the Seas’ Resident DJ always exciting. You’ll also find music-themed quizzes and interactive game shows hosted here earlier in the day, meaning there’s never a bad time to see what’s going on in the Music Hall.
Royal Theater
Cost: Complimentary
Location: Deck 4 and 5 (FWD)
Home to: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Headliner Showtime, and more sensational stage shows
Seating around 1,400 guests at any one time, Legend of the Seas’ dazzling theatre venue, Royal Theater, is the ultimate entertainment experience on this sensational Icon Class cruise ship. Boasting state-of-the-art LED screens and advanced stage mechanics, every performance you’ll have the opportunity to attend here is an unmissable event. From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, an exclusive adaptation of the wondrous Broadway show exploring Willy Wonka’s iconic chocolate factory, and the impressive America’s Got Talent Live to the remarkable Headliner Showcase and beyond, you’re certain to have spectacular seats to whichever show you choose to attend, and the time of your life awaits.
Spotlight Karaoke
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 5 (MID)
Home to: Quintessential karaoke experiences, game shows like Higher or Lower, select live sporting events, and undeniably good times
Royal Promenade’s Spotlight Karaoke is so much more than just a karaoke bar, and is always worth considering when it comes to occupying your evenings onboard. Not only will you have the chance to belt out all your best karaoke classics to a lively audience of like-minded cruisers, but you’ll also find engaging game show-style entertainment to enjoy in this stylish space, a bar serving all your favourites, and even an extra space to watch some of the hottest live sporting events – depending on demand. With plenty of comfortable spaces to sit and enjoy whatever entertainment you encounter here, you’re bound to have a blast.
1400
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 5 (MID)
Home to: Stunning sea views and nautical cocktails you won’t want to miss
Legend of the Seas’ stylish signature bar, which is named for the ship’s shipyard hull number, 1400, is a fantastic space to spend any amount of time in the Royal Promenade, adding a splash of sunlight and sensational ocean views in this mostly enclosed space. When here, while you’re enjoying the sprawling sea views from a comfortable seating spot, you’ll have the chance to enjoy an upscale, hand-crafted cocktail from a unique menu that draws inspiration from the history of shipbuilding; this menu was also developed alongside world-renowned mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim, so you know they’re going to be truly excellent. Centrally located and a stone’s throw from the Royal Promenade’s other sensational entertainment spaces, this is a great spot to meet up ahead of the evening’s entertainment and a great place to socialise throughout the day.
Ale & Arrow
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 5 (MID)
Home to: An elevated range of pub classics and low-key live music performances
The quaint Ale & Arrow is a comfortable British-style pub in Legend of the Seas’ Royal Promenade; with ample seating and an elevated drinks menu of pub classics and cocktails, this is a wonderful space to socialise throughout the day, while enjoying low-key live music performances in the evening, alongside engaging pub quizzes and more interesting entertainment experiences. A fantastic option, no matter your mood, you’ll always find something to look forward to when visiting this welcoming space in the heart of Legend of the Seas – and singing along is always encouraged!
Absolute Zero
Cost: Complimentary
Location: Deck 5 (AFT)
Home to: Stunning ice-skating shows like Fusion and free-skating for all ages
Among Royal Caribbean’s most astonishing arenas yet, Absolute Zero is an ice-skating space where you’ll be treated to remarkable entertainment unlike anything else at sea; with state-of-the-art projection and on-ice props elevating the skilful skating displays available throughout your cruise, each show you’ll have the chance to attend here is utterly sensational. When Legend of the Seas’ talented entertainment team aren’t dazzling you with dramatic stunt-filled skating, you’ll also find Absolute Zero home to complimentary ice-skating sessions that everyone can enjoy – provided you’re over three years of age, and wear socks and trousers; the skates and safety gear are provided though!
Duelling Pianos
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 6 (MID)
Home to: High-energy entertainment with song requests and hilarious banter
If you’re looking for somewhere with lively entertainment during your evenings aboard Legend of the Seas, Duelling Pianos should be among your first ports of call onboard. Home to a bar serving all your favourite refreshments and ample seating, this welcoming entertainment venue in the Royal Promenade boasts the unmissable ‘battle of the baby grands’, where two talented in-house pianists play a whole host of familiar favourites and chart toppers, with witty crowd interactions and audience song requests making each show unique and unmissable. Offering both family-friendly performances in the early evening and adults-only alternatives later on, the atmosphere in Duelling Pianos is always electric; it really is the place to be!
Boleros
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 6 (MID)
Home to: Remarkable Latin rhythms and a themed cocktail menu worth exploring
The Royal Promenade’s Boleros is another unmissable entertainment space aboard Legend of the Seas, boasting a sensational menu of unique cocktails and live music you can’t help but dance to. A Latin-themed lounge with a sizeable dance floor and a drinks menu featuring Cuban mojitos, Brazilian caipirinhas, and more, this lively space plays host to live Latin music performances in the evenings, adding a different flavour of live entertainment to the Royal Promenade’s offerings. With the talented four-piece band here playing everything from salsa and samba to merengue and more, you’ll find a boogie here hard to resist!
Schooner Bar
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 6 (MID)
Home to: Unique cocktails and late-night drinks with live piano music to sing along to
Home to live music and masterful mixing, Legend of the Seas’ Schooner Bar is a nautically-themed lounge area where you’ll find a fantastic menu of cocktails to enjoy, an abundance of comfortable seating options to unwind in, and the chance to sing along to some familiar favourites performed by a talented pianist. Welcoming and open late, Schooner Bar is a great place to socialise with friends and family throughout the day and into the evening.
Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package and arcade games incurring an additional charge)
Location: Deck 6 (AFT)
Home to: Live sports, incredible cocktails, and an unmissable atmosphere
When the big game is on, there’s nowhere quite like Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade on Legend of the Seas; Royal Caribbean’s signature sports bar, this venue features an abundance of screens, ensuring everyone has a great view of all the action, and a menu of unique cocktails that put a fun twist on classics found elsewhere onboard. With bar games like pool, shuffleboard, and foosball also found in Playmakers, the lively atmosphere here lasts long after the final whistle, making it a fantastic place to spend any amount of time on this Icon Class cruise ship.
Trellis Bar
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 8 (MID)
Home to: Refined refreshments and a relaxed atmosphere in Central Park
A stylish open-air bar in Legend of the Seas’ sensational Central Park neighbourhood, Trellis Bar is one of the best places to enjoy the thousands of vibrant plants and relaxed atmosphere of this fantastic space. Whether you’re hoping to find somewhere to enjoy a quiet drink while people watching, or a relaxed space to catch up with friends and family, Trellis Bar is fantastic any time of day – and, you may even find yourself able to enjoy the sporadic surprise performances that invite you to enjoy some sensational live music under the stars.
Bubbles
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 8 (MID)
Home to: Sparkling wines in a sensational setting
Bubbles is a quaint, walk-up champagne and sparkling wine bar in the heart of Legend of the Seas’ serene Central Park neighbourhood, inviting you to treat yourself to a glass (or bottle) of something bubbly while enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of this open-air space. Whether you want to start your morning with a mimosa or enjoy a sophisticated sip in the afternoon or evening, this bar invites you to celebrate moments big and small with friends and family in a welcoming environment.
Lou’s
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 8 (MID)
Home to: Lively jazz and blues in a moody lounge with a unique cocktail menu
Inviting you to immerse yourself in the golden age of music with soulful live jazz and blues performances and a sensational themed cocktail menu to choose from, Lou’s is an evening entertainment spot where you can unwind until the early hours. Found in Legend of the Seas’ charming Central Park neighbourhood, Lou’s boasts both indoor and outdoor seating, affording you the opportunity to enjoy the setting sun and warm weather before heading inside to admire the unmissable live music.
The Overlook
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 14 (FWD)
Home to: Sensational sips with stunning sea views
Found inside Legend of the Seas’ remarkable AquaDome, The Overlook (which is also home to the elevated Overlook Pods – stylish seating spaces boasting even more incredible views) is a relaxed bar area you’ll want to spend time in when sailing aboard this remarkable Icon Class cruise ship. The perfect place to escape during a busy day onboard, and a great spot for a pre-AquaTheater show drink, The Overlook’s incredible wraparound windows afford this space a bright and airy atmosphere and some of the best oceanscapes onboard.
AquaTheater
Cost: Complimentary
Location: Deck 15 (FWD)
Home to: Awe-inspiring acrobatics and mesmerising diving shows like Shockwave
Located within Legend of the Seas’ impressive AquaDome, the AquaTheater is home to entertainment experiences unlike anything else available at sea – well, aside from the AquaTheater shows on Royal Caribbean’s other Oasis and Icon Class cruise ships. An amphitheatre built around a deep swimming pool with multiple diving boards, this space boasts a spectacular 55-foot waterfall, state-of-the-art shifting floors, and a high-tech lighting system to elevate already impressive acrobatics to new heights. With each performance, you’ll be invited to admire Olympic-level diving stunts, ballet-like dancing, and incredible acrobatics, all of which make the action-packed aqua shows here truly unforgettable.
The Lime and Coconut
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 15 (MID) and Deck 17 (MID)
Home to: Colourful cocktails with live music and laid-back vibes
If you’re looking for island vibes while sailing with Legend of the Seas, The Lime and Coconut is the ultimate onboard destination; serving a selection of sensational cocktails, including the venue’s signature rum-based Lime & Coconut, this particular watering hole is found in three different locations onboard. This means that, alongside swimming pools and sun loungers, you’ll never be far from a refreshing Caribbean cocktail while enjoying the glorious sunshine on Legend of the Seas’ upper decks. You’ll also find The Lime and Coconut a stone’s throw from spots where you can enjoy vibrant live music, making this the place to be if you’re looking to turn up your holiday vibes while cruising.
Cantina Fresca
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 15 (MID)
Home to: A relaxed atmosphere and some of the boldest Mexican cocktails at sea
A stone’s throw from Legend of the Seas’ El Loco Fresh, a fantastic spot for fast-casual Mexican food full of flavour, Cantina Fresca is the perfect place to pair your fresh tacos and cheese-stuffed quesadillas with delicious drinks, including elevated margaritas, smoky mezcals, and a fantastic selection of Mexican beers. With a laid-back atmosphere to enjoy and plenty of places to sit and soak up the sunshine, or avoid it in the shade, this is a great place to grab a drink while enjoying a day aboard Legend of the Seas.
The Hideaway Bar
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 15 (AFT)
Home to: Craft cocktails in an adults-only area with unrivalled aft-facing views
Hidden away inside Legend of the Seas’ stylish adults-only Hideaway neighbourhood, the spacious Hideaway Bar is the perfect place for relaxed refreshments while enjoying a sunny day aboard this remarkable Royal Caribbean cruise ship. Just beyond the stunning aft-facing Hideaway Pool and an abundance of comfortable seating options, this spot boasts a laid-back atmosphere and some of the most stunning sea views available onboard. You’ll also find live DJ sets are hosted here, amping up the atmosphere and transforming this laid-back space into one of the liveliest areas onboard. It’s safe to say that there’s nothing quite like soaking up the sunshine and unrivalled ocean views with a cocktail or two from the Hideaway Bar.
Swim & Tonic
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 16 (MID)
Home to: Refreshing drinks from an adults-only swim-up bar
Among the largest swim-up bars at sea and an iconic part of Legend of the Seas’ pool scene, Swim & Tonic is a must-visit part of the ship when sailing in the sunshine; a relaxed, adults-only environment surrounded by sun loungers, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a unique menu of craft cocktails here. If you’re looking for a place to keep cool during the day, this is a fantastic option.
The Lime and Coconut Frozen Bar
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 16 (MID)
Home to: Fantastic frozen cocktails and alcoholic slushies worth savouring
If you’re looking for something a little different during your day enjoying the sunshine on Legend of the Seas’ incredible sun decks, then The Lime and Coconut Frozen Bar is certainly worth considering; home to a fantastic range of alcoholic slushies, which you can mix-and-match to make the concoction of your dreams, this centrally-located bar boasts a relaxed atmosphere and close proximity to ample sun loungers, the stage set for live music, and more.
Basecamp Bar
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 16 (AFT)
Home to: Casual drinks between exciting experiences in Thrill Island
A welcoming home base for any exciting day spent enjoying all the action-packed activities available in Legend of the Seas’ Thrill Island, Basecamp Bar is a full-service bar where you can enjoy a range of craft cocktails alongside all your favourite refreshments. Sharing a seating area with the grab-and-go food spot here and the ever-popular Desserted Milkshake Bar, you’ll find everything you need to keep you refuelled and ready for your next adventure.
The Grove
Cost: Complimentary (with drinks costing extra without a drinks package)
Location: Deck 18 (FWD)
Home to: Laid-back refreshments in a suite-only lounge space
In Legend of the Seas’ stylish Grove, you’ll find a dedicated bar area serving all your favourite drinks and much-needed refreshments throughout the day. An area that’s accessible if you’re staying in one of the suites aboard this Royal Caribbean cruise ship, or if you’re a Pinnacle Club member, this bar is the perfect complement to The Grove’s other amenities – which include a private pool, ample sun loungers, and an al fresco Mediterranean buffet. With all of these incredible amenities available in one space, you won’t have to wander far at all from your sun lounger to enjoy the perfect day in the sunshine while sailing with Legend of the Seas.
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