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Serenade of the Seas

Royal Caribbean International
60 upcoming departures  ·  59 itineraries

Serenade of the Seas is a 2,143-guest Royal Caribbean International cruise ship, in service since 2003. This page lists 60 upcoming departures across 59 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Travelers who value ocean views throughout public spaces ✓ Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities ✓ Couples seeking adults-only pool and spa areas
59 itineraries · from $219 ● Where is it now?
Class Radiance class
Built / Refurb 2003 / 2012
Gross Tonnage 90,090
Guests 2,143
Crew 827
Length 293.2 m
Beam 32.2 m
Decks 13
Cabins 1,073
Max speed 25.0 kn
Flag Bahamas
Guests per crew 2.6
Space ratio 42

Serenade of the Seas at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 71%

A mid-size ship at 90,090 gross tons — #157 of 565 ships we track. 42 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Travelers who value ocean views throughout public spaces
  • Families wanting supervised children’s and teen facilities
  • Couples seeking adults-only pool and spa areas
  • Guests preferring a mid-sized ship with classic cruise venues
  • Active travelers interested in climbing, mini-golf and sports

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking large modern water parks
  • Guests wanting extensive specialty dining variety
  • Passengers needing many solo-cabin choices
  • Travelers who prefer a quiet ship without nightlife
  • Guests seeking extensive suite-only outdoor areas

Live Position ● 1 hour ago

Heading to: USSAN

Currently on: 7 Nights Mexico Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Ensenada, Mexico — last stop San Diego, California

San Diego, California → Ensenada, Mexico → Cabo San Lucas, Mexico → La Paz, Mexico → San Diego, California
Coming up
  1. Ensenada arrives 08:00 AM
  2. Cabo San Lucas arrives 08:00 AM
  3. La Paz arrives 08:00 AM
8.8 knots Under Way Using Engine

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Serenade of the Seas

Serenade of the Seas is a mid-sized Royal Caribbean Radiance-class ship delivered by Meyer Werft in 2003. Its glass-heavy design, panoramic elevators, indoor Solarium, Viking Crown Lounge, rock-climbing wall, casino, theater, pools and broad selection of dining venues give it a bright, resort-style atmosphere. With 1,073 rooms and capacity for 2,143 guests at double occupancy, it offers a more intimate scale than Royal Caribbean’s newest megaships while retaining a substantial range of onboard activities.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Royal Caribbean International
Builder / shipyard
Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
Registry / flag
Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
C6FV8
IMO number
9228344
MMSI
311492000
Draft
8.5 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features a multi-level Centrum atrium, extensive exterior glass, a glass-canopied Solarium, Viking Crown Lounge, rock-climbing wall, mini golf, casino, outdoor movie screen and sports facilities.

For families

Family facilities include Adventure Ocean, Adventure Beach, a teen disco, video arcade, sports court, mini golf and a rock-climbing wall.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the Vitality at Sea Spa & Fitness Center, an indoor Solarium, pools, whirlpools, jogging track and outdoor recreation areas.

Accessibility

Accessible stateroom categories are available, including accessible balcony, ocean-view and interior rooms listed in the ship’s construction specifications.

Environmental features

The original vessel specification describes a gas-and-steam turbine propulsion system and DNV Clean Design classification notation.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 11

Park Café Windjammer Café Pools Solarium Whirlpools Vitality at Sea Spa Vitality at Sea Fitness Center Bar Pool Area Movie Screen Art Gallery Windjammer Café Outside Seating Windjammer Café Veranda Windjammer Café Outdoor

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Serenade of the Seas deck plans from Royal Caribbean International →

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeSizeBalconySleepsDecks
InteriorBooking codes include 1V, 2V, 3V, 4V and 5V. Inside 160 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10
Studio InteriorBooking code 2W. Studio (solo) 108 sq ft — 1 4
Ocean ViewBooking codes include 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N and 5N; connecting oceanview rooms are coded CO. Oceanview 170 sq ft — 4 2, 3, 4, 8
Ultra Spacious Ocean ViewBooking code 1K. Oceanview 265 sq ft — 4 7, 8

Compare all 13 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

15 included 7 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Main Dining Room Included
Deck 4–5
The ship's principal multi-level dining room serves included breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
Reflections Dining Room Included
Deck 4–5
A named section of the main dining operation on Deck 5.
Café Latte-tudes Varies
Deck 5
A café serving coffee drinks and sweet treats.
Chef's Table Extra cost
Deck 6
A small, reservation-based tasting dinner with wine pairings.
Chops Grille Extra cost
Deck 6
A specialty steakhouse serving premium meat and seafood dishes.
Giovanni's Table Extra cost
Deck 6
A specialty Italian restaurant with family-style dishes.
Izumi Extra cost
Deck 12
A specialty Japanese restaurant serving sushi and other Japanese dishes.
Park Café Included
Deck 11
A casual café serving light meals and snacks.
Windjammer Café Included
Deck 11
The ship's included buffet restaurant.

Bars & lounges

Crown & Castle Pub Varies
Deck 6
An English-style pub serving drinks and hosting live music.
Schooner Bar Varies
Deck 6
A nautical-themed piano bar and lounge.
The Congo Bar Varies
Deck 6
A named lounge bar in the ship's entertainment area.
The Safari Club Varies
Deck 6
A lounge and social space with bar service.
Vintages Varies
Deck 6
A wine bar offering wines by the glass and bottle.
Zanzibar Lounge Varies
Deck 6
A lounge with bar service in the central entertainment area.
Pool Bar Varies
An outdoor bar serving drinks beside the main pool area.
Sky Bar Varies
Deck 12
An elevated outdoor bar serving drinks near the sports and activity areas.
Viking Crown Lounge Varies
Deck 13
A high-level observation lounge with panoramic views and bar service.
Concierge Club Varies
Deck 13
A private lounge for eligible suite guests with concierge service and drinks.
Diamond Club Varies
A private loyalty lounge with refreshments and evening drinks for eligible members.

All 34 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2003Entered service, built by Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany.
  2. 2012A three-week Royal Advantage revitalization added Giovanni's Table, Izumi, Park Café, Rita's Cantina, Chef's Table, R Bar, Crown and Anchor loyalty spaces, a nursery, Wi-Fi upgrades, stateroom televisions and an outdoor movie screen.
  3. 2023The ship was listed by Royal Caribbean in its fleet materials as revitalized in 2023.
  4. 2025A three-week dry dock included routine technical work, outdoor pool-deck improvements and recarpeting of indoor public areas.

Other Radiance class ships

Brilliance of the Seas Royal Caribbean International · 2002 MS Riviera Radiance Riviera Travel MS Riviera Rhapsody Riviera Travel MS Riviera Resplendence Riviera Travel · 2026

Where Serenade of the Seas sails, month by month

Oct
26		 Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27
Mexico & Pacific Coast 2 3 3 5 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 1
Alaska 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 1 1 1 1
From / night $46 $41 $56 $61 $70 $82 0 $94 $101 $131 $120 $90

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in November 2026 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Vancouver23× Tampa21× Juneau20× San Diego19× Cozumel18× Ketchikan18× Sitka18× Costa Maya17× Icy Strait Point14× Ensenada13× Roatan13× Cabo San Lucas9×

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

15 Nights

15 Nights Panama Canal Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $2,437 · $162/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, Puntarenas, Costa Rica +3 more
Next: Oct 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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15 Nights

15 Nights Panama Canal Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $1,331 · $89/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, George Town, Grand Cayman, Cartagena, Colombia, Puntarenas, Costa Rica +3 more
Next: Apr 22, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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3 Nights

3 Nights Mexico Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $219 · $73/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Ensenada, Mexico
Next: Dec 3, 2026
2 upcoming departures
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3 Nights

3 Nights Mexico Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $282 · $94/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Ensenada, Mexico
Next: Jan 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Mexico Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $286 · $72/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Catalina Island, California, Ensenada, Mexico
Next: Feb 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Mexico Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $289 · $72/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Catalina Island, California, Ensenada, Mexico
Next: Jan 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Mexico Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $329 · $82/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Catalina Island, California, Ensenada, Mexico
Next: Mar 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Mexico Cruise

Mexico & Pacific Coast
From $249 · $62/night
Ports of Call
San Diego, California, Catalina Island, California, Ensenada, Mexico
Next: Nov 29, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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5 Nights

5 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Caribbean
From $450 · $90/night
Ports of Call
Tampa, Florida, Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico, Cozumel, Mexico
Next: Dec 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 59 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 18, 2026Oct 25, 20267 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Oct 25, 2026Nov 1, 20267 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Nov 1, 2026Nov 8, 20267 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Nov 22, 2026Nov 29, 20267-Night Mexico & Pacific Coast from San Diego via Cabo San Lucas, La Paz & Mazatlan7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Nov 29, 2026Dec 3, 20264 Nights Mexico Cruise4Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Dec 3, 2026Dec 6, 20263 Nights Mexico Cruise3Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Dec 13, 2026Dec 20, 20267 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Dec 27, 2026Jan 3, 20277 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Jan 3, 2027Jan 10, 20277 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Jan 10, 2027Jan 14, 20274 Nights Mexico Cruise4Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Jan 14, 2027Jan 17, 20273 Nights Mexico Cruise3Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Jan 21, 2027Jan 24, 20273 Nights Mexico Cruise3Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Jan 28, 2027Feb 4, 20277 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Feb 7, 2027Feb 11, 20274 Nights Mexico Cruise4Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Feb 28, 2027Mar 7, 20277 Nights Mexico Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
Mar 7, 2027Mar 11, 20274 Nights Mexico Cruise4Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
May 2, 2027May 9, 20277 Nights Pacific Coastal Cruise7Mexico & Pacific CoastBook →
May 9, 2027May 16, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →
May 16, 2027May 23, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →
May 23, 2027May 30, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →
May 30, 2027Jun 6, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →
Jun 13, 2027Jun 20, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →
Jul 25, 2027Aug 1, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →
Aug 22, 2027Aug 29, 20277 Nights Alaska Cruise7AlaskaBook →

Showing the next 24 of 60 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Serenade of the Seas FAQ

What flag does Serenade of the Seas sail under?

Serenade of the Seas is registered in Bahamas.

How many passengers does Serenade of the Seas hold?

Serenade of the Seas carries about 2,143 guests with roughly 827 crew.

How old is Serenade of the Seas?

Serenade of the Seas entered service in 2003 and was last refurbished in 2012.

How big is Serenade of the Seas?

At 90,090 gross tons and 293 m long, Serenade of the Seas is a mid-size ship — larger than 71% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on Serenade of the Seas?

The Main Dining Room, Windjammer Café and Park Café are included in the standard fare. Specialty venues such as Chops Grille, Giovanni's Table, Izumi and Chef's Table require an additional charge.

What is the dress code on Serenade of the Seas?

Royal Caribbean uses casual, smart-casual and formal-or-theme evening guidance depending on the night. Swimwear is not appropriate in indoor dining rooms or indoor bars.

Are tips included on Serenade of the Seas?

Daily gratuities are handled separately from the cruise fare unless a booking specifically includes them. Additional gratuities may apply to selected beverage, dining and room-service purchases.

Is Wi-Fi available on Serenade of the Seas?

Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship, but internet access is generally sold through packages or other paid options rather than being universally included in the standard fare.

Is Serenade of the Seas accessible for passengers with disabilities?

The ship has accessible staterooms and accessible public areas, but availability and specific features vary by cabin and venue. Guests should request accessibility arrangements before sailing.

What children’s facilities are onboard?

Adventure Ocean provides supervised children’s programming, while Fuel Teen Disco is intended for teenagers. The ship also has a video arcade and family-oriented pool and sports facilities.