Independence of the Seas

Chops Grille

Deck: 11

For more than a decade, the chefs of Chops Grille have proudly presented quality, hand cut steaks at this hallmark Royal Caribbean restaurant. Now, they give you a fresh twist on a favorite, with a revamped menu. Most intriguing: our exceptional prime meat. This prime beef is joined by Maine lobster, veal parmesan, grilled branzino and other succulent dishes paired with addictive sides and irresistible desserts.

Dining Room

Decks: 3 4 5

Sweeping, multi-level ambience, world-class cuisine and the most attentive staff at sea. Our main dining room serves exceptional, multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a new dinner menu each evening in an elegant setting, with extraordinary personal service from your dedicated wait staff. Main Dining Room offers reservations for My Time Dining, giving more flexible options for you to book or Traditional dining, which secures the same seating and table every evening.

Fish & Ships

Deck: 11

Find yourself reeled in to Fish & Ships?, a seaside seafood spot that’s just steps away from the pool. No need to hop across the pond for a basket of freshly battered cod and crispy hand cut fries. You can get the British classic right here, plus calamari, and even a frosty pint of brew — without even having to change out of your flip flops.

Giovanni's Table

Deck: 11

Rustic Italian dishes are served with contemporary flair at Giovanni’s Table, a Royal Caribbean® favorite offering indoor and al fresco seating. This casual trattoria serves up a seemingly endless selection of Italian classics, like Gnocchi Al Gorgonzola, Melanzane alla Parmigiana, Risotto, Bolognese and much more. From the mouth-watering fresh pastas to the carefully braised meats and stews, you can tour all of Italy without ever leaving the ship.

Izumi

Deck: 4

From sushi to sashimi and tableside preparation using Hot Rocks, Izumi offers guests an exotic Asian-inspired dining experience. At Izumi, items are charged a la carte. You'll enjoy a wide variety of hot and cold appetizers, entrees, desserts and more, all made-to-order with intense flavors, the best ingredients and impeccable presentation. Now that's fresh.

Johnny Rockets

Deck: 12

Johnny Rockets® has been serving up delicious American fare to diners around the world since 1986. Its menu features fresh, never frozen, made-to-order hamburgers, sides, shakes and desserts. So, no matter where you are onboard or in the world, you’re always surrounded by good food and simple pleasures at Johnny Rockets.

Sorrento's

Deck: 5

Looking for an authentic New York pizzeria experience… at sea? Then head to Sorrento's for fully loaded pies right out of the oven. Try a different creation every day— from chorizo to Hawaiian to Pizza Florentine, with classic cheese and pepperoni always on call— or have one custom made with your favorite ingredients. Sorrento’s is just one of many casual-service dining options that cater to a wide variety of tastes and preferences, offering something for everyone at no additional cost. And with Sorrento’s serving up freshly baked pies, this is already one of our most popular restaurants— because any way you slice it, who doesn’t love pizza?

Windjammer Cafe

Deck: 11

Windjammer Marketplace, a Royal Caribbean dining mainstay, is a global culinary pavilion that invites you to explore the world, dish by dish. Enticing food islands weave throughout, showcasing international fare while mapping your way between interactive stations. Here, staff prepare signature specialties to your specs— like fresh-pressed panini, juices blended before your eyes, fluffy omelets, pastas, salads, soups, sandwiches and tantalizing desserts— all part of a menu that changes daily.

Ice Cream Parlor

Deck: 5

Ice Cream Parlor

RCTV

Deck: 3

RCTV.

Royal Theatre

Decks: 4 3

Royal Theatre.

Studio B

Deck: 3

Studio B

Casino Royale

Deck: 4

Players love Casino Royale?, a slice of Vegas right onboard every ship. Explore thousands of square feet of games, from penny slots to poker tables to roulette.

Library

Deck: 5

Available in the ships library, this area offers classic and popular family titles in a variety of languages (based on the ship’s itinerary) and a comfortable reading area for kids to relax and delve into a book, individually or with a parent.

Conference Center

Deck: 2

Conference Center.

Nursery

Deck: 12

Join your wee one for a session of educational and engaging fun with Royal Babies® and Royal Tots® playgroups at Adventure Ocean®. Each interactive playgroup is held at one of our onboard lounges and is designed to make playtime learning time too.

Resort Pool

Deck: 11

Resort Pool.

Solarium

Deck: 11

Check your watch: It’s me time. Discover the Solarium, a relaxing indoor-outdoor retreat just for our adult guests. Perfectly positioned at the front of every Royal Caribbean® ship, the crystal canopy area presents fantastic views and stays warm while you enjoy swimming pools, whirlpools and lounge area, as well as cascading lagoons on select ships.

Splashaway Bay

Deck: 11

Pint-sized cruisers will find gallons of fun at Splashaway BaySM aqua park. This bigger, better water adventure features colorful waterslides, water cannons, fountains, pools and whirlpools for tots to tweens (and their supervising parents). And keep your eye on the drench bucket. You’ll want to be there when it tips!

Sports Pool

Deck: 11

Sports Pool.

Whirlpool

Deck: 11

Discover a different type of hot spot. Each Royal Caribbean® ship has multiple whirlpools and several are designed with unique cantilevered whirlpools extending 13 feet beyond the side of the ship for a unique at-sea perspective. Find the warm and bubbly whirlpool that’s calling your name

Independence Dunes

Deck: 13

Up the ramp, around the curve and into the hole. Play on the green as you enjoy wide, blue ocean views. Mini golf is included in your fare, so play as much as you like. No reservation necessary. DISCLAIMER- Images might not be accurate depictions of venue. Venue appearance varies by ship.

Escape Room

Deck: 15

There are some puzzles you solve. And some you escape. Work together with your team to uncover hidden clues, solve mind bending teasers, and work out bewildering puzzles. The timer’s set to 60 minutes. Have you and your team got what it takes to beat the clock in the latest Royal Caribbean® Escape Room challenge?

FlowRider

Deck: 13

The surf’s always up on the 40-foot-long FlowRider® surf simulator. Grab your board and get ready, 30,000 gallons of rushing awesome are headed your way. Carve like a pro — or just try to stay upright — while friends cheer you on from the stadium seating.

Padi

Deck: 11

Discover the underwater world on a PADI® scuba diving expedition— exclusively offered on Royal Caribbean. PADI dive instructors will lead you on underwater adventures with a range of courses offered, so you can get certified right onboard. Fee applies.

Sky Pad

Deck: 13

Hop into the Sky Pad? for an out-of-this-world bungee trampoline experience. Strap in, put on your virtual reality headset and get transported to another time, place, or planet. Whether you’re smashing candies in a sugar-coated world or traveling light years into the future, your virtual adventure will launch you high into the stratosphere and let your imagination soar.

Skyclimber

Deck: 13

Skyclimber .

The Perfect Storm

Deck: 13

Three stories high with wet and wild thrills, The Perfect Storm? water slide duo takes excitement off the charts. Grab a buddy and race through twists, turns and translucent panels offering unforgettable views, to the bottom of the Typhoon? and Cyclone? slides.

Center Ice Rink

Deck: 3

You may not expect to wrap up a sunny day with figure eights on the ice rink. But onboard, excitement like this comes standard— and the ice skating comes complimentary. Children and adults, from beginners to masters, are invited to strap on a pair of skates and show off their moves.

Sugar Beach

Deck: 5

Treat your sweet tooth to every candy under the sun — plus a few sugarcoated surprises. Sugar Beach? is stocked to max candy capacity with all your favorite confections.

Next Cruise

Deck: 5

Next Cruise.

Guest Services

Deck: 5

Guest Services.

Shore Excursions

Deck: 5

Shore Excursions.

Fuel Teen club

Deck: 12

See the some great comedy movies as well as other fantastic action films brought to life in our 3D theatre or in your stateroom.

The Living Room

Deck: 12

Whether you want to chill out or all-out dance, drop by teen-only spaces where you can hang out late. Start at the teen lounge, a laid-back hideaway, and then amp up the energy at the teen-only nightclub.

Royal Promenade

Decks: 5 6 7 8

Halloween? Birthday? New Year’s Eve? Wednesday? You really don’t need an excuse to celebrate when you’re on vacation. But here’s one anyway. Let’s Celebrate! is a wild and crazy parade on the Royal Promenade where it doesn’t matter what day it is, because we’re celebrating them all, all at once.

Promenade Shops

Deck: 5

Promenade Shops.

Fitness Center

Decks: 11 12

Start a healthy new habit or keep your fitness routine on track. VitalitySM Fitness Center© has an array of the most popular training classes including yoga, Pilates, spinning, sculpting and more. Trained instructors make it easy for everyone to have a great time and get fit. Fee applies for some classes.

Spa

Decks: 11 12

Emerge renewed, relaxed and rejuvenated at the Vitality? Spa. Professional spa products from acclaimed brands such as Elemis®, bliss®, La Thérapie and Ionithermie bring the most advanced services to the sea. Massages, wraps, facials and acupuncture, or choose medi-spa treatments to smooth wrinkles, lift and tone. A more brilliant smile is just a tooth whitening away, while a salon completes the perfect look with hair and nail services.

Art Gallery

Deck: 3

Art Gallery.

Photo Gallery

Deck: 3

Photo Gallery.

Adventure Ocean

Deck: 12

When the kids are happy, parents are happy. And our award-winning Adventure Ocean® Youth Program is designed with that in mind. Tiny travelers ages 3-5 will have an education blast in the Aquanauts group. The Explorers program keeps 6-8 year olds entertained with activities like themed parties and more. And learning is a thrillfest for 9-11 year olds in the Voyagers group.

Play Makers Sports Bar & Arcade

Deck: 4

It’s always game on at Playmakers? Sports Bar & Arcade, where you can catch your home team live on 50 screens or face off against your friends. With a menu of game day favorites and icy-cold draughts on tap, anything you order is a winner. Like the signature Playmakers Burger, the buffalo wings, or the four-scoop Touchdown Sundae.

Video Arcade

Deck: 12

If you find yourself fleeing a gang of ghosts, saving deep space from invaders, or starting a dance revolution, you might be at the Royal Caribbean Arcade. Your favorite games from the 1980s and 1990s are onboard, as well as Guitar Hero, Fast and Furious Drift, Skee-ball, air hockey and more.

Ale & Anchor

Deck: 5

Ale & Anchor.

Bar

Deck: 4

Bar.

Champagne Bar

Deck: 5

Whether you prefer onboard thrills or beachside chill, raise a glass of bubbly at our Champagne Bar and toast to a day well-spent. From bold bruts to crisp cremants, discover your perfect pairing for adventure at sea.

Crown lounge

Deck: 14

Crown lounge.

Olive or Twist

Deck: 14

Olive or Twist

Pool Bar

Deck: 11

Enjoy the coolest spots under the sun. Chill at the pool deck and enjoy tasty sips from the Pool Bar or Sand Bar, both are full-service and perfectly positioned on the upper level of the pool deck, serving beers, non-alcoholic beverages and delicious mixed drinks.

Schooner Bar

Deck: 4

Is the pianist playing your song? Join the fun at Schooner Bar, where a nautical theme, warm decor and perfectly mixed cocktails come together. Cozy up in a seat under the mast, by the portholes, or right by the gleaming grand piano. The sing-along's starting soon.

The Plaza Bar

Deck: 11

The Plaza Bar

Vintages

Deck: 5

This is where wine list and to-do list overlap. Whether it’s Burgundy, Merlot, Riesling or Pinot Grigio, you’re sure to find your beloved reds or whites at Vintages wine bar. But be bold — try something new and you may return home with a new favorite. From France to California, the wide world of wine is well-represented through extensive partnerships with top winemakers, including some exclusive bottles you won't find anywhere else. And the abundant wine list is perfectly paired with a menu of light bites and sweet delights.

Boleros

Deck: 4

Whether it’s after dinner or after party, nighttime sizzles at Boleros, a Latin-themed club and hot spot serving Cuban mojitos, Brazilian capirinhas, or your favorite classic cocktails. A live six-piece band and singer belt out the Latin rhythms that get you moving, because it’s all about the salsa, cumbia, merengue and samba. So get on the floor and dance.

Sky Lounge

Deck: 12

Sky Lounge.

Star Lounge

Deck: 5

Star Lounge.

Suite Lounge

Deck: 14

It’s serenity with a twist of lime. Reserved exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodations and above, the Suite Lounge. So from croissants to Cosmos, we’ve got your cravings covered.

Sun Deck

Deck: 13

Sun Deck.

Viking Crown Lounge

Deck: 14

Viking Crown Lounge.

Rock-Climbing Wall

Deck: 13

The view alone is worth every step. Climb forty feet above deck on the signature Rock Climbing Wall, where everyone from beginners to speed climbers can strap in and go vertical. you could visit the view again and again.

Running Track

Deck: 12

Running Track.

Sports Court

Deck: 13

We’ll bring the balls — you bring your A game. Whether it’s a pick-up game or one-or-one, go all in for basketball and volleyball action at sea, but with an awesome energizing ocean view.

Centrum

Deck: 3

Centrum.