The Celebrity Silhouette was built in 2011 and is among Celebrity's 16 ships in its fleet. The Silhouette is included in the cruise line's Solstice Class. In the cruise ship stats below you'll find the Silhouette vs all of the other Celebrity ships.
How big is the Celebrity Silhouette? Below, you’ll find all of the relevant cruise ship stats, specs and dimensions for the Celebrity Silhouette. Included in these statistics are passenger capacity, length, year built, year renovated, cost to build, gross tonnage, engine info, number of rooms, deck counts and more!

Passenger Capacity refers to the total number of people that the Celebrity Silhouette can accommodate. Of course, there are also crew members on board. Below, find the total onboard capacity, including staff and cruise guests.
Celebrity Silhouette Passenger Capacity: The passenger capacity for the Celebrity Silhouette is 2,886 guests. The average capacity for the 16 active ships in Celebrity’s fleet is 2,338 passengers. The passenger capacity range for all Celebrity ships has a minimum of 16 guests and a maximum of 3,950 passengers.
Celebrity Silhouette Crew Members: Staff on the Celebrity Silhouette include 1,500 members. That's a guest to staff ratio of 1.9 to 1. The average Celebrity ship includes 1,007 employees and has a passenger to staff ratio of 2.3 to 1.
How long is the Celebrity Silhouette? From end to end, the Silhouette length equals 1,033 feet (315 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 16 active vessels in Celebrity’s fleet, measuring 871 feet (265 meters).
The smallest Celebrity ship (in terms of length) measures 333 feet (101 meters) from end to end. The longest vessel spans 1,073 feet (327 meters). Our chart below shows the length of the Celebrity Silhouette vs all other active Celebrity Cruise Line ships.
When was the Celebrity Silhouette Built? The Celebrity Silhouette was built in 2011 and joined the cruise line’s Solstice Class.
Celebrity includes 16 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 2000 while the newest ship was built in 2028. The average Celebrity ship is 13 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2012
When was the last Celebrity Silhouette Dry Dock? The Silhouette experienced dry dock improvements in 2020.
Renovations include the following: Celebrity Silhouette’s 2020 Revolution refit delivered a shipwide modernization that significantly enhanced both aesthetics and functionality. Staterooms were upgraded with new furnishings, modern finishes, improved lighting, and refreshed bathrooms, bringing them in line with Celebrity’s newer ships. Suites and Retreat-class areas received additional enhancements to elevate the premium guest experience. Dining venues and lounges were redesigned with updated décor, new seating arrangements, and improved flow, while public areas throughout the ship received refreshed finishes and lighting. Technology upgrades included improved Wi-Fi capability, updated digital systems, and enhanced entertainment infrastructure. The refit also incorporated mechanical and hotel-system work to support long-term efficiency and reliability. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in TBD. The Celebrity Silhouette will undergo the Solstice-class modernization program, yet a date has not yet been determined. The major refurbishment will introduce all-new dining concepts such as premium eateries replacing longstanding favorites, reinvented outdoor spaces and lounges that elevate social and relaxation zones, and upgraded accommodations including refreshed staterooms and all-new stateroom categories that echo features found on Celebrity’s newer Edge-class vessels. Major public spaces will be reimagined with updated décor and thoughtful design to enhance guest flow and comfort, while entertainment venues and lounges receive refreshed aesthetics and programming options. In addition to these guest-visible enhancements, the initiative includes substantial technical and systems upgrades to hotel infrastructure, IT, navigation equipment, mechanical components, and environmental systems, ensuring the ships remain competitive, efficient, and compliant as they continue operating globally. This Solstice-class modernization reflects Celebrity’s strategy of revitalizing its core midsize ships with contemporary luxury, premium dining, and cutting-edge amenities that match guest expectations for high-end cruising experiences.
The Celebrity Silhouette has a total of 14 passenger decks. The lowest level available to guests is Deck 2. The highest passenger deck is Deck 16.
What does the Celebrity Silhouette offer in terms of things to do? The ship features 14 restaurants, 10 bars, 0 shows, 35 activities, and 8 other features for your enjoyment.
Click below to access deck plans for the Celebrity Silhouette. The resulting page will provide a floor plan and summary of all things to do offered on that level of the ship.
Celebrity Silhouette Info
You will find the Celebrity Silhouette Casino on Deck 4 of the ship.
You will find the Celebrity Silhouette buffet on Deck 14 of the ship.
Celebrity Silhouette’s 2020 Revolution refit delivered a shipwide modernization that significantly enhanced both aesthetics and functionality. Staterooms were upgraded with new furnishings, modern finishes, improved lighting, and refreshed bathrooms, bringing them in line with Celebrity’s newer ships. Suites and Retreat-class areas received additional enhancements to elevate the premium guest experience. Dining venues and lounges were redesigned with updated décor, new seating arrangements, and improved flow, while public areas throughout the ship received refreshed finishes and lighting. Technology upgrades included improved Wi-Fi capability, updated digital systems, and enhanced entertainment infrastructure. The refit also incorporated mechanical and hotel-system work to support long-term efficiency and reliability. The next scheduled ship refurbishment will occur in TBD. The Celebrity Silhouette will undergo the Solstice-class modernization program, yet a date has not yet been determined. The major refurbishment will introduce all-new dining concepts such as premium eateries replacing longstanding favorites, reinvented outdoor spaces and lounges that elevate social and relaxation zones, and upgraded accommodations including refreshed staterooms and all-new stateroom categories that echo features found on Celebrity’s newer Edge-class vessels. Major public spaces will be reimagined with updated décor and thoughtful design to enhance guest flow and comfort, while entertainment venues and lounges receive refreshed aesthetics and programming options. In addition to these guest-visible enhancements, the initiative includes substantial technical and systems upgrades to hotel infrastructure, IT, navigation equipment, mechanical components, and environmental systems, ensuring the ships remain competitive, efficient, and compliant as they continue operating globally. This Solstice-class modernization reflects Celebrity’s strategy of revitalizing its core midsize ships with contemporary luxury, premium dining, and cutting-edge amenities that match guest expectations for high-end cruising experiences.
The ship belongs to the Celebrity class of ships known as the Solstice class.
The ship features 14 restaurants, 10 bars, 35 activities, 0 shows and 8 other venues for your enjoyment. You can click on our ship deck plans or details pages for a full list of activities, sorted by feature type.
The Celebrity Silhouette has a total of 14 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 2. The upper most passenger deck is Level 16.
We're often asked how many passengers are on the Celebrity Silhouette. The ship's capacity is 2,886. When comparing the occupancy to the average Celebrity passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 2,781 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live Celebrity ships.
The Celebrity Silhouette was built in 2011. Celebrity includes 16 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 2000 while the newest ship was built in 2028. The average Celebrity ship is 13 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2012
Each of Celebrity's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the Celebrity Silhouette is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.
From end to end, the Celebrity Silhouette length equals 1,033 feet (315 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 16 active vessels in Celebrity fleet, measuring 980 feet (299 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.