Celebrity Silhouette
Sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida · Fly into FLL
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Celebrity Silhouette at the Liverpool Cruise Terminal · Photo: Rodhullandemu, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Celebrity Silhouette
Celebrity Silhouette is a Celebrity Cruises cruise ship of the Solstice class, in service since 2011. She measures 122,210 gross tons and carries 2,886 guests with a crew of 1,500. She sails Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada and New England, Northern Europe itineraries. We rate her 3.8 out of 5.
Celebrity Silhouette, the fourth Solstice-class ship, was delivered by Meyer Werft in July 2011, christened in Hamburg and sent on a Mediterranean maiden voyage from Civitavecchia. She has usually spent winters at Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale and summers in Europe, and she was refurbished in 2020. In the 2026-27 schedule she sails to the ABC islands, Mexico and the Western Caribbean from Fort Lauderdale in winter, then Bermuda from Cape Liberty, Iceland from Reykjavík and Canada and New England from Boston.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 2,886
- Crew 1,500 · 1:1.9
- Entered service
- 2011
- Refitted 2020
- Length
- 319 m
- Longer than 87% of 575 ships
Celebrity Silhouette is bigger than 78% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 82%. At 42.3 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 67% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5, fleet average 4.3
- Dining
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Entertainment
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Service
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Pools & decks
- 4/5, fleet average 4.1
- Value
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Celebrity Cruises fleet average across 15 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Solstice class
Celebrity Silhouette is one of 5 Solstice class ships. Celebrity Reflection (2012), Celebrity Eclipse (2010), Celebrity Equinox (2009) and Celebrity Solstice (2008) are in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrity Silhouette this ship | 2011 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Reflection | 2012 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Eclipse | 2010 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Equinox | 2009 | 3.8/5 | |||
| Celebrity Solstice | 2008 | 3.8/5 |
Deck plans & cabin locations
Sailings 2025-04-20 to 2027-04-22 · From 2025-04-20 · Through 2027-04-22. Confirm the edition for your departure with the cruise line.
Explore the deck plans
What’s above your ceiling matters as much as the view. Compare the decks around your cabin, then use the location notes to build your shortlist.
Use only for the displayed operator sailing-date window. Confirm room category, outlook, accessibility, connecting doors and refit details with Celebrity. Cabin notes describe inferred adjacency, not verified noise reports or guarantees of quiet.
All decks
Sailings 2025-04-20 to 2027-04-22 · bow to the right
Cabin-number search becomes available as verified cabins are mapped. All published deck diagrams are available below.














Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates
Deck 9 where Decks 8 and 10 also contain cabins
Compare central Deck 9 accommodation
Start with rooms with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Align the exact footprint rather than assuming the whole deck is equally quiet.
Why we flag this
The selected sailing edition shows accommodation across these decks. This is a conditional layout preference, not measured noise data or a guarantee of quiet. Check the source plan.
Deck 11 below occupied Deck 12 public spaces
Check Deck 11 beneath pool and dining areas
Compare the exact cabin with pools, whirlpools, buffet/dining, outdoor seating and public circulation above. Ask about opening hours and early furniture setup where the footprints overlap.
Why we flag this
The selected ship-specific diagram places pool and dining facilities on the upper deck above portions of the accommodation deck. The caution applies to overlapping locations, not every cabin. Check the source plan.
Deck 6 above occupied Deck 5 spaces
Check Deck 6 above public venues
Align the room with theatre, lounge, dining and bar footprints below. Also confirm the exact balcony outlook, privacy, lifeboat or structural obstruction separately.
Why we flag this
The selected operator maps show public facilities beneath portions of this accommodation area. This flags spatial relationships, not confirmed disturbance complaints or obstruction for every room. Check the source plan.
Location-based guidance, not measured noise or a guarantee of quiet. Flags identify areas to investigate, not every cabin on a deck. Check the exact room, connecting doors, accessibility and the plan for your sailing date. Official ship-specific Celebrity interactive SVG artwork for the selected sailing-date profile. PDF compiled by Cruise Frog, not separately issued by Celebrity Cruises.. Reviewed 2026-10-22.
Photos

Celebrity Silhouette at the Liverpool Cruise TerminalPhoto: Rodhullandemu, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Bermudaspring to autumn from New York, New Jersey and Boston
- Canada and New EnglandBoston to Quebec City, at its best in autumn
- Northern Europethe Baltic, British Isles and Iceland, May to September
Home port: Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Celebrity Silhouette sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), with 3 lounges to wait in before you board.
All 3 lounges at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International on Lounge FrogEvery ship sailing from Fort Lauderdale, FloridaQuick answers
Which cruise line operates Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette is operated by Celebrity Cruises and belongs to its Solstice class.
What are Celebrity Silhouette's sister ships?
Celebrity Silhouette is one of 5 Solstice class ships. Celebrity Reflection (2012), Celebrity Eclipse (2010), Celebrity Equinox (2009) and Celebrity Solstice (2008) are in service.
How big is Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette measures 122,210 gross tons and 319 metres in length.
How does Celebrity Silhouette compare in size with other cruise ships?
Celebrity Silhouette is bigger than 78% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 82%. At 42.3 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 67% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Celebrity Silhouette feel?
Celebrity Silhouette has a passenger space ratio of 42.3: 122,210 gross tons for 2,886 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Celebrity Silhouette feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Celebrity Silhouette carry?
Celebrity Silhouette carries 2,886 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 1,500 (about 1.9 guests per crew member).
When did Celebrity Silhouette enter service?
Celebrity Silhouette entered service in 2011 and was last refurbished in 2020.
Where does Celebrity Silhouette sail?
Celebrity Silhouette sails Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada and New England and Northern Europe itineraries. Her home port is Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette sails from Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Fly into Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL), which has 3 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Cruises publishes the deck plans for Celebrity Silhouette; this page links to Deck plans.
How is Celebrity Silhouette rated?
Cruises Frog rates Celebrity Silhouette 3.8 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on cabins (4/5) and lowest on value (3/5).
Which cabins are good choices on Celebrity Silhouette?
For the “Sailings 2025-04-20 to 2027-04-22” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Deck 9 where Decks 8 and 10 also contain cabins: Start with rooms with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Align the exact footprint rather than assuming the whole deck is equally quiet. Compare the exact cabin with the decks above and below, nearby lifts and connecting doors. These are layout-based suggestions, not a guarantee of quiet.
Which cabins should I avoid or check carefully on Celebrity Silhouette?
For the “Sailings 2025-04-20 to 2027-04-22” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 11 below occupied Deck 12 public spaces: Compare the exact cabin with pools, whirlpools, buffet/dining, outdoor seating and public circulation above. Ask about opening hours and early furniture setup where the footprints overlap. Deck 6 above occupied Deck 5 spaces: Align the room with theatre, lounge, dining and bar footprints below. Also confirm the exact balcony outlook, privacy, lifeboat or structural obstruction separately. These flags are not measured noise reports or a warning about every room on a deck. Read the sourced cabin advice for the evidence and any explicit operator warnings.
How can I check whether a cabin is under a pool, nightclub or theatre?
Find the cabin on the selected plan, then compare the same fore-and-aft position on the deck above and below. Check the full venue footprint, including outdoor seating, stages, service areas and entrances. Nearby activity can be a reason to investigate, but does not by itself prove a cabin is noisy. Use the cabin advice and its sources to distinguish layout cautions from operator warnings.
Where can I find Celebrity Silhouette deck plans?
Use this guide’s deck selector to compare the decks around your cabin and open available diagrams in the zoom viewer. The full ship PDF and source links are listed for each plan edition.
Which deck-plan edition applies to my sailing?
Select your sailing date before comparing cabin locations. Editions can change after a refit. These answers use “Sailings 2025-04-20 to 2027-04-22”, reviewed 2026-10-22. Use only for the displayed operator sailing-date window. Confirm room category, outlook, accessibility, connecting doors and refit details with Celebrity. Cabin notes describe inferred adjacency, not verified noise reports or guarantees of quiet.
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