Freedom of the Seas boasts a fantastic array of amenities and activities, including the family-favourite FlowRider surf simulator, the Perfect Storm waterslides, Laser Tag: Clash for the Crystal City and dazzling performances in Studio B. When it comes to dining, take advantage of international delights, from Giovanni's Italian Kitchen to El Loco Fresh and Izumi Hibachi & Sushi. Visiting destinations throughout the Caribbean and beyond, whether you're sailing with your family, with your partner or solo, you'll have a blast onboard Freedom of the Seas.
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The ship in numbers
- Launched 2006
- Tonnage 154407
- Wheelchair accessible cabins 32
- Decks 14
- Lifts 14
- Pools 3
- Restaurants 12
- Formal nights Yes
- Kids clubs Yes
- Maximum capacity 4515
- Crew 1360
- Refurbished 2020
What's onboard
Dining
Dining onboard Freedom of the Seas
Freedom of the Seas boasts some of Royal Caribbean's best choices of dining venues and styles of food. When it comes to complimentary restaurants, the Freedom of the Seas Main Dining Room and Windjammer are bound to delight, both offering an impressive selection of dishes at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Alternatively, Café Promenade offers grab 'n' go bites including deli sandwiches and sweet treats throughout the day.
Meanwhile, if you're looking for a la carte menus and even more choice, head to one of Freedom of the Seas' onboard speciality restaurants:
- El Loco Fresh - for mouth-watering Mexican cuisine
- Sorrento's Pizza - head here for some delicious Italian cuisine, from pizzas to pastas Chops Grille - enjoy succulent steaks at Royal Caribbean's signature steakhouse restaurant
- Johnny Rockets- an American-style diner serving mouthwatering burgers, hot dogs and all your favourite sides
- Chef's Table - sit down for an exclusive, five-course gourmet meal at this VIP restaurant
- Giovanni's Italian Kitchen - savour authentic Italian dishes washed down with the perfect wine pairing
- Izumi Hibachi and Sushi - watch expert chefs prepare your dishes before your eyes at this exciting onboard restaurant
Entertainment
Entertainment onboard Freedom of the Seas
Freedom of the Seas is renowned for its exceptional choice of onboard entertainment. The Freedom-class ship brings together the elegance of Broadway-style shows in the main theatre, wonderful productions in Studio B's ice rink, and a fantastic choice of bars and lounges to relax in.
Whether you spend your time in the Schooner Bar listening to live music, unwind in the Lime and Coconut with a refreshing cocktail or enjoy evenings filled with dancing at Boleros, Freedom of the Seas will not disappoint.
Other entertainment highlights onboard Freedom of the Seas include:
- The Solarium - savour a cocktail or two after a day relaxing by the Solarium pool
- The Viking Crown Lounge - take in picturesque ocean views as you sip on your favourite tipple in this comfortable lounge
- The English Pub - choose from a range of drinks at this traditional tavern
- R Bar - a retro cocktail with a wide selection of tantalising cocktails
- Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade - delight in your match-day favourites as this fun and immersive bar
Family
Family-friendly activities onboard Freedom of the Seas
Families haven’t been forgotten when it comes to cruising onboard Freedom of the Seas, with specially tailored activities meaning that even the youngest guests can have an adventure of the high seas with clubs for each age group. Designed to offer fun and education for all ages, let little ones meet new friends while taking part in fun activities courtesy of Adventure Ocean:
- Royal Babies and Royal Tots - playgroups for 6-36 month year olds with interactive toys and an experienced crew
- Aquanauts - fun experiments and interactive activities for 3-5 year olds
- Explorers - themed parties, arts and crafts and more for 6-8 year olds
- Voyager - cool activities designed for both learning and having fun, aimed at 9-12 year olds
- Teens - 13-17 year olds have their very own space onboard for listening to music, watching films and hanging out with others their age.
Things to do
Things to do onboard Freedom of the Seas
From high-adrenaline activities to spaces for relaxing and unwinding, Freedom of the Seas has everything you could need for an unforgettable onboard experience. If you are looking for a little excitement at sea, then why not try the ship's climbing wall, the FlowRider — the cruise line's renowned surf machine — or you could go ice skating in Studio B. Head to the Royal Promenade to enjoy the hustle and bustle, or the ship's social hub to do a spot of shopping or maybe for a relaxed coffee. Meanwhile, the ship's pools are always a popular spot to spend a few hours during your cruise, whether you like to cool off in the water or chill out nearby on a sun lounger.
However, the fun doesn't stop there. Thanks to the Perfect Storm, two exhilarating water slides, guests can twist and turn their way down the ship, taking in the views as they go. Plus, for younger children, Splashaway Bay is on hand with slides, water cannons and fountains.
Spa and fitness
Freedom of the Seas is no slouch in the spa and fitness department either. The ship boasts a fabulous spa, where you can be pampered to your heart's content with the great selections of treatments on offer. The adult-only spa has its own relaxed pool, hot tubs, and all the great facilities you would expect from Royal Caribbean.
Freedom of the Seas' gym is also fully-equipped with modern equipment so you can burn off the calories from all the wonderful food you've indulged in. If you fancy taking a class or two, then why not give the likes of yoga or pilates a go.
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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Freedom of the Seas
Port Everglades is a good embarkation/debarkation Port. Had a Cabin on Deck 2 Aft, which was noisy late at Night into early hours of the Morning, could hear noise coming from Deck One where the Laundry was, so would recommend a Cabin on a higher deck. Sports Staff great, Cabin attendant lovely and cabin kept clean. All Crew were friendly and helpful, they do an amazing job. Would sail again on Freedom.
Having never cruised before I didn't know what to expect but it was amazing. You could dress as you wished but wish I had taken some special outfits. All the staff could not do enough for you, entertainment was great from bands, theatre like shows, quizzes, comedians. Plenty for all ages and I was amazed how many young people(under 30) were on board. Great range of excursions. Glad we took out the drinks package but did not realise tips would be added to your final bill so I wish I had added these on to package. Food was great which changed daily, so much choice. You don't need cash on board as it just goes on your seapass card which is linked to your credit card. Would definitely cruise again in a few years when we've saved up!
Excellent shop. Worth all the facilities
Embarcation was easy although we found the ship to be very large the staff were excellent always very attentive, facilities plentiful and you could always find a quite spot to relax, plenty sun lounger. The cabin was clean and spacious . The food in the windjammer buffet was very good and plenty choice, main dinning room although food was fine we found the choice of menu for us restrictive also thought there should have been a choice of second restaurant that you did not need to pay extra for for th e size of the ship. Although we loved San Juan by choice we would not sail from there again as the ship seemed to be full of Puerto Ricans which we found to be a bit intimidating. But on the whole we loved our vacation .
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins
What are the main types of cabins on Freedom of the Seas?
Options range from Interior (some with Virtual Balconies) and Ocean View to Balconies and expansive Royal Suite Class accommodations.
Families and Kids
Is Freedom of the Seas family-friendly?
Yes, it is exceptionally family-friendly. The ship features dedicated kids' clubs, youth staff, and family-focused entertainment.
Does Freedom of the Seas have waterslides?
Many Royal Caribbean ships feature The Perfect Storm waterslides, but we recommend checking specific deck plans for older vessels.
Food and drink
What are the main dining options on Freedom of the Seas?
Dine in the multi-level Main Dining Room (with traditional or flexible My Time Dining) or the casual Windjammer Cafe.
What speciality dining is there on Freedom of the Seas?
Premium options typically include Chops Grille (steakhouse), Izumi (Asian), and Giovanni's Table. Cover charges apply.
Itineraries
Which ports does Freedom of the Seas usually sail out of?
Departures vary by season, commonly sailing from major hubs like Miami, Port Canaveral, Barcelona, Rome, or Southampton.
Ship Features
What are the top highlights onboard Freedom of the Seas?
Its massive scale, the indoor Royal Promenade, and incredible entertainment venues like the AquaTheater or Ice Rink.
