Freedom Of The Seas

The Arcadia Theatre lies forward of the ship with seating on decks 2, 3 and 4 and featuring a total of five stories from the Orchestra pit to its doomed ceiling.

The theatre is used for a multitude of entertainment from game shows, 3-D movies (primarily DreamWorks productions) and bingo during the day (charges apply to play bingo from around $22 to $48 for four games), whilst at night it is the venue for the ships West End Style Shows from Magic and ‘Rat Pack’ style shows to comedy musicals.

The theatre has a 1320 seat capacity.

Pharaoh’s Palace lies forward of deck 5 and, seating 299 guests, is a large lounge used for receptions, themed parties, karaoke and other entertainment. Featuring live music, dancing and events such as bingo, quizzes and game shows also take place here.

The Crypt is the ship's 218 seat Nightclub located outside the theatre on deck 4. Featuring gothic and neon décor, The Crypt hosts family club nights, teen discos, and DJs later in the night. The club is two levels high with the dance floor on the lower level and bars upstairs and downstairs.

Open from around 8pm for children and teens parties, later on in the evening the venue is open to over 18’s only.

Midship of deck 4 by the photo gallery and served by its own bar is the ships 447 seat casino featuring 308 Slot Machines and 19 gaming tables including Video Poker, Blackjack, Craps, Roulette and Caribbean Stud Poker. Guests using the casino can either pay cash or use their Sea Pass card to play games.

With a large selection to choose from, the slot machines range from nickel slots up to dollar machines. Royal Slot Tournaments also take place on-board which is a qualifying tournament for a grand finale slot tournament later in the year and requires a $25 entry fee.

Just outside the Arcadia Theatre on deck 2, the Screening Room is the ships indoor cinema showing a wide variety of movies throughout the day and night. It has room for 60 guests per screening. Movies are also screened on the large poolside outdoor LED screen located on deck 11.

Seven Hearts on deck 14 seats 33 guests and is the ship's card and games room.

The Photo Gallery and Shop on deck 4 by the atrium is where guests can visit to view professional photographs of their experiences onboard. In addition the latest cameras and accessories are available to purchase along with a digital studio allowing passengers to download and print images from their digital cameras.

Children can make their own cuddly toys in the Pets at Sea shop on deck 3 with a selection of animals and outfits to choose from.

Prices are as follows:

$19.95 per animal
$12.95 per outfit
$2.95 for a sound
$6.95 for a recordable sound
$3.95 of sunglasses
$4.95 for accessories
$2.95 for a gift box
$29.95 for a toy and one outfit when purchased together

The Royal Promenade, as well as featuring an array of shops, bars and eateries, is also the location for the ship's DreamWorks character parades that take place several times throughout a cruise. Featuring characters from Kung Fu Panda to Shrek Films, guests can have professional photos taken of them with the characters or take their own after the dancing choreographed display has taken place.

The Perfume Shop, located on the Royal Promenade (deck 5), stocks all the latest fragrances, skincare products and cosmetics, all at duty free prices.

The SeaTrek Dive Shop located on deck 11 aft of the H2O Zone, starboard side sells water gear including wet suits, snorkelling gear and flippers along with souvenirs. It also rents out wetsuits for people who wish to wear them for FlowRider.

People wishing to obtain a PADI certification for diving can visit SeaTrek to find out more information on the courses which are run.

The course teaches the basics of diving through participation in pool dives, knowledge development sessions and two dives in some of the best locations in the world. Upon completion of the course, guests are awarded the PADI Scuba Diver certification. Participants must be at least 12 years old to take part in the classes which cost $249.00 per person.

Located along the Royal Promenade on deck 5 outside the Get Out There shop, guests can get a temporary airbrushed tattoo that lasts from two to seven days.

Get Out There retails active wear. Located along the Royal Promenade on deck 5, brands such as Roxy, Quiksilver and Puma are available here with sportswear and beach wear on offer.

Opposite Get Out There on the Royal Promenade is the Britto Shop selling the works of iconic pop artist Romero Britto. Shoppers can view and purchase a wide array of artwork, giftware, collectibles and luggage, including limited edition custom works created by Britto exclusively for Royal Caribbean.

The Fashion Boutique on the Royal Promenade sells designer clothes, jewellery and accessories such as Michael Kors bags.

Guests wishing to purchase souvenirs with the Royal Caribbean logo on can do so at the Logo shop on deck 5 of the ship along the Royal Promenade. Gifts on offer range from models of the Freedom of the Sea, key rings, t-shirts and chocolates to DreamWorks toys.

Gifts and Jewellery retails a selection of designer jewellery and watches as well as perfumes and cosmetics such as Clarins, all at duty free prices.

The general store on deck 5 sells duty free liquor and cigarettes along with essentials such as hairbrushes, painkillers, suntan lotion, toothpaste, sweets and batteries.

The Centrum is a multiple-story atrium surrounded by bars, lounges and shops offering an array of merchandise ranging from perfume and jewellery to liquor and cruise wear.

Guests can view first-run movies and big time sporting events poolside during the day and under the stars at night on deck 12 via a screen hoisted above the main pool area.

Perched high above the ocean on deck 14, the Viking Crown Lounge is a comfortable lounge offering spectacular vistas by day and a lively dance club at night.

Studio B on deck 3 seats 760 guests and is a multi-purpose studio complex filled with activity throughout the day from ice-skating to cooking demonstrations.

Limited seating is available for all the professional ice skating shows and as such reservations are recommended.