Entered service in 2018 as an Oasis-class ship, with gross tonnage of approximately 228,000 GT. This mega-ship features seven Oasis-class neighborhoods and extensive entertainment. Its deployment varies by season; the official site lists a 7-night Western Caribbean cruise departing Galveston, Texas, on October 25, 2026. It suits travelers seeking efficient visits to ports aboard a mega-ship.
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For travelers from Japan
A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.
Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite
Japanese food at extra cost
Payment in yen not accepted
Smoking in designated areas only
English text in preparation.
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At a glance
What is included and what costs extra
- Meals (main restaurants)Included
- AlcoholExtra charge
- GratuitiesExtra charge
- Wi‑FiExtra charge
- Specialty diningExtra charge
- Shore excursionsExtra charge
The basic fare includes only meals such as main dining and buffet. Alcohol, Wi-Fi, tips, and specialty restaurants are charged separately or require a package purchase. Upper-tier suites from Grand Suite and above (Royal Suite Class) include benefits such as concierge service and access to a dedicated lounge in the price.
- Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8
- Extra chargeSoft drinks and water$4
- Extra chargeDrink packageAbout $90/day for the Deluxe Beverage Package, covering drinks priced at $14 or less.
- Extra chargeWi‑FiA total of about $100-$250 on current 6- to 8-night cruises (a guide for package purchase).
- Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)$18-$20.50/day (varies by stateroom category)
- Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$199+
- Extra chargeLaundryWashing, pressing, and dry cleaning are paid services (partially included for higher suites).
- Shore excursionsShore excursions cost extra depending on the port and content. Current cruises from Galveston visit Mexican and Honduran ports such as Costa Maya, Roatan, and Cozumel, and some sailings also offer extra-cost attractions at Perfect Day at CocoCay, such as water slides.
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Boarding, atmosphere, and links
- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Barcelona (Spain; Mediterranean departures and arrivals during its debut season, from late March to early October 2018), Miami (Florida, USA; PortMiami; home port from November 10, 2018 to April 2026), Galveston (Texas, USA; current home port from May 2026 to January 2027; focused on Western Caribbean cruises), Port Everglades (Florida, USA; Fort Lauderdale; the move is planned from January 2027 onward)
- Departure ports: Galveston (currently accepting embarkations from May 2026 to January 2027)
- All ages
- Organized around seven Oasis-class neighborhoods: Central Park, Boardwalk, Royal Promenade, Pool and Sports Zone, Youth Zone, Entertainment Place, and Wellness. It lacks the separate eighth Suite Neighborhood found on Wonder of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas, but Suite Lounge, a private sun deck, and Coastal Kitchen are available within the regular decks. Its lively atmosphere balances diverse family attractions with adults-only areas such as the Solarium.
- From May 2026, it will mainly operate 6- to 8-night Western Caribbean cruises from Galveston, Texas, popular with vacationers from states near Texas. From January 2027, it is scheduled to move to departures from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida. Immediately after entering service in 2018, it focused on Mediterranean cruises from Barcelona, followed by cruises from Miami until April 2026.
Uses conventional fuel and removes most sulfur oxides with a new-generation exhaust-gas cleaning system (scrubber). It also has an air-lubrication system that reduces friction with bubbles beneath the hull. LNG (liquefied natural gas) fuel was introduced on later classes such as the Icon class; Symphony of the Seas itself does not use LNG.
Ship character
- • Mediterranean cruises
- • Family trips
- • First-time cruisers
- • Quiet sea journeys
- • Extended port stays
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Source: Wikipedia “Symphony of the Seas” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cabins by category
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Interior Stateroom The ship's lowest-priced category. In addition to standard types with virtual balconies (about 498 cabins), it includes windowed types overlooking the Boardwalk, Central Park, and Royal Promenade (under Royal Caribbean classification, these are included in Interior even though they have windows; about 96 cabins), a very small number of top-tier family-oriented types (2 cabins), and single-occupancy studios for solo travelers (3 interior cabins). 599 cabins / Primarily on low- to mid-level decks. Windowed cabins facing the Boardwalk or Central Park are around Deck 8 and are classified as Interior under RC classification. | 14–16 m² (151–172 ft²) | 2-6 people (family types); solo studio cabins: 1 person Convertible twin/king bed + sofa bed (depending on type, ceiling pull-down/Pullman bed added). Solo studio cabins (3 inside) have only 1 double bed | Solo | Check on the deck plan and cabin search |
Ocean View Stateroom Ocean-view cabins without balconies. In addition to the standard ocean-side type (about 180 cabins), the category includes a family-oriented type with two bedrooms (sleeps 6; 8 cabins; about 25 square meters) and single-occupancy studios for solo travelers (12 ocean-side cabins; relatively narrow). 200 cabins / Low- to mid-level decks | 16–18 m² (172–194 ft²) | 2-6 guests; solo studio cabins accommodate 1 guest Convertible twin + sofa bed. Solo studio cabins (12 oceanview) have only 1 double bed | WindowConnectingSolo | Check on the deck plan and cabin search |
Balcony Stateroom The most common category, accounting for about two-thirds of all cabins (about 1,793 standard balcony cabins; about 17 square meters). It also includes types overlooking the greenery of Central Park and the bustle of the Boardwalk. A very small number of ultra-spacious family balconies (5 cabins; sleeps 6) are slightly larger at about 25 square meters. 1,798 cabins / Along Central Park or the Boardwalk, or in ocean-facing balconies on upper decks. | 17–18 m² (183–194 ft²) | 2–4 guests (family-oriented higher-tier types accommodate up to 6) King bed (convertible) + sofa bed. Higher-level family-oriented types have an additional Pullman bed. | BalconyConnecting | Check on the deck plan and cabin search |
Junior Suite / Grand Suite / Owner's Suite / AquaTheater Suite The standard to upper tiers of Royal Suite Class. It includes approximately 86 Junior Suites, approximately 27 sq m; approximately 42 1-bedroom Grand Suites; approximately 12 Owner's Suites; approximately 4 2-bedroom Family Grand Suites; and approximately 52-76 sq m AquaTheater Suites with 1-2 bedrooms overlooking AquaTheater. Suite Lounge and Coastal Kitchen, exclusive dining for suite guests, are available. Junior, Grand, and Owner's Suites on Decks 10-12, plus AquaTheater Suites on Decks 8-9. | 27–76 m² (291–818 ft²) | 2-8 guests (the 2-bedroom AquaTheater Suite accommodates up to 8) Convertible twin or king bed + sofa bed; Pullman bed added depending on cabin type | BalconyConcierge | Check on the deck plan and cabin search |
Crown Loft Suite / Star Loft Suite / Royal Loft Suite / Ultimate Family Suite The ship's top suite group. It includes 29 Crown Loft Suites (about 51 square meters), Star Loft Suites (about 67 square meters), and two-level Royal Loft Suites with a grand piano (about 142 square meters), as well as the one-room Ultimate Family Suite introduced worldwide on Symphony of the Seas at its 2018 debut (about 105 to 107 square meters of cabin space plus a balcony of about 20 square meters, sleeps 8, with an indoor slide, LEGO wall, air hockey table, and balcony with a private jacuzzi). Decks 16-17. | 51–142 m² (549–1,528 ft²) | 4-8 guests (Ultimate Family Suite accommodates up to 8) Mostly two-level (maisonette) layouts. Multiple bedrooms with a king bed, sofa bed, bunk bed, ceiling pull-down bed, and more. | BalconyConcierge | Check on the deck plan and cabin search |
Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.
Families, adults-only areas, and practical information
- • Adventure Ocean — Free children's and youth programs for ages 3-17, divided by age groups such as Aquanauts, Explorers, and Voyagers. Only childcare for infants and toddlers is paid.
- • Splashaway Bay — A free splash park for young children.
- • Casino Royale — A casino on Deck 4 with slot machines and table games. For guests aged 18 and over only.
- • Solarium — A peaceful adults-only relaxation area. Guests can use the private pool, jacuzzi, and free Solarium Bistro.
- Onboard currency
- USD
- Gratuities
- A daily service charge is added automatically to your SeaPass account. During the cruise, you can adjust the amount at Guest Services at any time.
- Payment
- Cashless onboard
- Voltage
- Supports both 110V and 220V.
- Formal nights
- About 2 on a 7-night cruise (as a guide, on day 2 and day 6). 1 on a 5-night cruise, rising to 3 to 4 on cruises of 15 nights or more.
- Medical facilities
- There is a medical center staffed 24 hours a day by doctors and nurses, with consultation fees of about $100 to $200. Charges are billed to your SeaPass account.
- Bringing items onboard
- On embarkation day only, just 1 bottle (750 ml) of wine or champagne may be brought on board (beer and spirits are not allowed). A corkage fee of $15 is required if you drink it in public areas, and on multi-night cruises you can add 1 bottle at each port call.
- Mobile and connectivity
- You can get connected in 2 ways: roaming via your mobile carrier (Cellular at Sea) and the VOOM onboard Wi-Fi service. VOOM is sold as paid packages.
Dining
A fare-inclusive main dining restaurant (Decks 3-5, arranged as three dining rooms). Guests can choose fixed seating or flexible-time dining (My Time Dining) at booking.
Hours: Breakfast and dinner focused (lunch availability depends on the itinerary)
A large buffet (Deck 16) with omelet, pasta, and carving stations. It has long opening hours and is a dining venue included in the fare that families can use casually.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (open most of the day)
A complimentary restaurant (Deck 15) next to the adults-only Solarium. Dinner is served in a set-course format with an appetizer buffet.
Hours: Breakfast and lunch buffet; dinner requires reservations
A light-meal cafe in Central Park (Deck 8). A self-service bagel bar, roast beef sandwiches, and breakfast items are offered free of charge.
Hours: Breakfast (7:00-11:00) and lunch (12:00-18:00)
A complimentary 24-hour café on Deck 5 in the Royal Promenade, offering coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and other items.
Hours: Open 24 hours
A complimentary hot dog stand on the Boardwalk (deck 6). Offers about 4 varieties.
Hours: Around 11:00-17:00
A complimentary pizza venue on Deck 5. In addition to slices, it has a daily-changing menu and an antipasto bar.
Hours: 11:30 to around 3:00 the next day
Free Mexican restaurant beside the pool on Deck 15. The self-serve fajita and salsa bars are popular.
Hours: Breakfast (around 7:00-8:00) and lunch (around 12:00-18:00)
Included dining for suite guests (available all day for Sky Class and above, dinner only for Sea Class) and Pinnacle Club members. Symphony lacks the separate Suite Neighborhood found on Wonder of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas, but Coastal Kitchen itself, the suite lounge, and the private sun deck occupy part of the standard deck layout.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
A complimentary healthy snack corner at the spa entrance (forward on Deck 6), offering granola bars, juices, smoothies, and more.
Hours: Morning to midday
A 1950s-style American diner on Deck 6. Breakfast is free; lunch and dinner offer all-you-can-eat burgers and fries for $10.95.
Hours: Breakfast is complimentary; lunch and dinner are paid
A bar for watching sports and playing arcade games on Deck 6. Food and drinks are individually priced, while drinks are covered by the Deluxe Beverage Package.
Hours: Noon to around 23:00
A Starbucks along the Royal Promenade. Lattes, Frappuccinos, pastries, and other items are available for individual purchase.
Hours: All day
A classic steakhouse overlooking Central Park on Deck 8. It focuses on premium beef dishes, with popular add-ons such as lobster. Reservations are required.
- Filet mignon (included in course)
- Tomahawk steak (additional option)+$44.99
- Main lobster tail (additional option)+$21
An Italian restaurant in Central Park on Deck 8, overseen by British chef Jamie Oliver. It is unique to Symphony and absent from Wonder of the Seas, with fresh pasta as its signature.
- Truffle tagliatelle
- Jamie's Famous Prawn Linguine
- Meat plank (assorted appetizers)
On Deck 4, you can enjoy both a live teppanyaki performance and sushi. Sushi can also be ordered a la carte.
- Teppanyaki 4-course set$45 (+18% service charge)
- Spicy tuna roll
- Dragon Roll
An experimental tasting-menu restaurant inspired by Alice in Wonderland on Deck 12. Its signature feature is a presentation designed to stimulate all five senses, based on a concept shared across Oasis-class ships.
- Liquid lobster
- Bird's nest (nest-style appetizer)
- Purple potato shrimp
The top-tier dining venue on Deck 11 overlooking Central Park, exclusive to Oasis-class ships. It offers seasonal tasting courses using local ingredients (specific dishes vary by season and timing).
A New England-style fresh seafood restaurant on Deck 16. Ocean-view seating is popular.
- Assorted raw oysters
- Clam & crab chowder
- Whole Maine lobster
Facilities and activities
A free dry slide descending 10 decks from Deck 16 to Deck 6 over a total length of 216 feet. Height restrictions apply.
A group of free water slides on Deck 16, made up of 3 types in total: the 2 race-style slides Typhoon and Cyclone, and Supercell, which spins around like a champagne bowl before dropping down.
Free surf simulators on Deck 16 that allow surfing and bodyboarding on flowing water (2 units). Height restrictions apply.
Two stern rock-climbing walls about 13 m (43 feet) high (at the Deck 7 entrance). They are free to use and overlook the AquaTheater and the ship's wake.
A free zip line spanning the height of 9 decks above the Boardwalk. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Studio B with an ice-skating rink. Skate rental is free; guests can skate freely during the day, while professional ice shows (iSkate 2.0/1977) are performed at night. It is also used as a laser tag venue during some daytime hours, when a fee applies.
A free outdoor theater at the stern on Deck 6, featuring diving and synchronized performances from platforms reaching Olympic-level heights.
A main theater with about 1,400 seats. Free Broadway-style production shows with live orchestra accompaniment, including Hairspray, are performed here.
A casino on Deck 4 with slot machines and table games. For guests aged 18 and over only.
Free children's and youth programs for ages 3-17, divided by age groups such as Aquanauts, Explorers, and Voyagers. Only childcare for infants and toddlers is paid.
A free splash park for young children.
A spa with a thermal suite and beauty salon on Decks 5-6. The fitness gym is free, and ocean-view spin classes are also offered.
A peaceful adults-only relaxation area. Guests can use the private pool, jacuzzi, and free Solarium Bistro.
An outdoor garden neighborhood with more than 20,000 real plants, flowers, and trees, one of seven neighborhoods. Specialty restaurants and shops line this central area of the ship.
An amusement-park-style neighborhood spanning the length of Deck 6. It includes a carousel, hot dog stand, arcade, and more, and is one of seven neighborhoods.
A central onboard boulevard lined with shops, bars, and entertainment, and one of seven neighborhoods. Events such as parades are also held here.
A moving bar, a signature feature of the Royal Caribbean fleet, that slowly rises and descends across three decks between the Royal Promenade and Central Park.
A Royal Promenade bar and RC fleet signature where a robot bartender makes cocktails.
A glow-in-the-dark laser tag arena that uses Studio B (the ice rink) during some daytime hours. A fee applies.
A free mini-golf course. Other outdoor sports facilities, including pickleball and basketball courts, are also included at no extra charge.
A lounge and private sundeck for suite guests. Unlike Wonder of the Seas and Utopia of the Seas, Symphony does not have a separate eighth neighborhood called Suite Neighborhood; instead, it has a suite-only area within the regular deck layout.
No information available yet.