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Celebrity Cruises · Solstice-class

Celebrity Silhouette

Mid-size ship — 2,886 guests -- smaller than the mega-ship mainstream.

Celebrity Silhouette tends to work well for travelers seeking relaxation and great dining.

Ship DNA

relaxation very high
great dining very high
a luxury feel high
entertainment high
family time moderate
nightlife moderate
adventure and activity moderate

Entertainment onboard tends to include Broadway-style production shows, live music lounges, a casino.

Good to know

Dress code
One or two optional dress-up evenings; never required.
Dining
Main dining is included; specialty venues cost extra.
Onboard vibe
Generally a modern, casual feel and a quiet, romantic feel.
Crowd character
Typically below-average crowd levels.
Typical itinerary
Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, and Asia

Line-level details sourced from Celebrity Cruises, last verified 2026-08-19 (confidence: medium).

Likely a good fit for

  • Couples
  • Food and wine travelers
  • Premium cruisers seeking good value

May prefer another ship if

  • You want a high-energy family resort
  • You need extensive late-night programming

Strengths

  • Excellent balance of premium design, dining, and space
  • Popular real-grass Lawn Club
  • Mature atmosphere without formal luxury

Known trade-offs

  • Older than Edge-class ships
  • Family attractions are limited

Ship facts

Year built
2011
Gross tonnage
122,000 GT
Passengers
2,886
Crew
1,250

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