
Celebrity Silhouette
Solstice Class · Celebrity Cruise Line
// ABOUT THE SHIP
About the Ship
Celebrity Silhouette is a Solstice-class cruise ship operated by Celebrity Cruise Line, originally launched in 2011 (15 years ago). She is one of 16 active ships in the Celebrity fleet and sails alongside 4 sister ships in the Solstice class. The ship underwent her most recent renovation in 2020, which included updates to onboard features and spaces.
Deck Plans – 17 Decks to explore
Celebrity Silhouette spans 17 passenger-accessible decks with 1,451 staterooms and 68 onboard venues — including 35 activities, 11 bars & lounges, 14 dining, and 8 shopping. Explore every level from bow to stern using the interactive deck plans below.
PASSENGER DECKS
17
guest-accessible decks
STATEROOMS
1,451
cabins across all categories
VENUES ONBOARD
68venues
BY TYPE
Celebrity Silhouette Cruises
Celebrity Silhouette offers 1 sailing in June, ranging 13 nights, departing from Cape Liberty (bayonne), New Jersey, starting from $2824 / guest.
Cabins – 1,451 staterooms
Celebrity Silhouette has a total of 1,451 cabins throughout its 17 passenger decks. Those are made up of 70 Ocean View, 487 Suite, 743 Veranda and 151 Inside cabins. The 22 stateroom categories that make up these 4 cabin types are found below, along with counts for each.
// SHIP CLASS
Solsticeclass
YEARS
2008–2012
AVG SIZE
123k GT
AVG LENGTH
1,039 ft
AVG CAPACITY
2,897
The Solstice class include five ships: Solstice (2008), Equinox (2009), Eclipse (2010), Silhouette (2011), and Reflection (2012). These ships boast modern, elegant design and innovative amenities, such as the Lawn Club, a half-acre of real grass on the top deck offering outdoor activities (bocce, croquet, musical entertainment, etc) to guests. The Solstice class also introduced AquaClass, a spa-inspired cabin category. The five included ships also feature advanced environmental systems, such as solar panels and energy-efficient propulsion.
Things to do
Celebrity Silhouette features 62 venues across 17 decks, including 30 activity, 11 bar, 13 dining, 2 other and 6 shopping. Explore every onboard experience from dining and entertainment to pools, fitness and more.






























// AGE & RENOVATIONS
Celebrity Silhouette ship age vs the fleet
Built in 2011 and last renovated in 2020, Celebrity Silhouette is 15 years old. The fleet average age is 12.9 years. She is newer than 47% of the 16-ship fleet, ranking #9 from newest to oldest.
THIS SHIP
Age at a glance
BUILT
2011
15 years old today
LAST RENOVATED
2020
6 yrs ago
FLEET AVERAGE
12.9 yrs
2.1 older
NEWER THAN
47%
of fleet
FLEET RANK
#9
of 16
FLEET RANKING
By age, newest to oldest
Out of 16 ships in the fleet, Celebrity Silhouette ranks #9 when sorted from newest to oldest by build year.
AGE BENCHMARKS
Celebrity Silhouette vs the fleet
SHIP RENOVATIONS
Last major refit
LAST RENOVATED
2020
6 years ago
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.
How big is Celebrity Silhouette?
Compare the Celebrity Silhouette ship size with the rest of the Celebrity fleet below. Included, you'll find gross tonnage, length, and the relationship between the two graphed in the scatter plot.
Celebrity Silhouette measures 122,210 GT and 1,033 ft in length. The average size of a Celebrity ship is 113k gross tons and the average ship length is 980 ft. Celebrity Silhouette is 8% larger and 5% longer than the average ship in the fleet.
// THIS SHIP
122k GT
CELEBRITY SILHOUETTE
// AVERAGE
113k GT
FLEET AVERAGE
// LARGEST
141k GT
CELEBRITY XCEL
// SMALLEST
6k GT
CELEBRITY FLORA
// PROPORTIONAL AREA · 16 SHIPS · TOTAL 1808K GT
EACH CIRCLE'S AREA IS PROPORTIONAL TO GROSS TONNAGE · HOVER FOR DETAILS
// CAPACITY
Passenger Capacity
The Celebrity Silhouette carries up to 2,886 guests and operates at roughly 100% capacity, so you can expect that number will accurately reflect your fellow passenger count. These guests are looked after by a crew of 1,500 staff members, representing a guest-to-crew ratio of 1.9:1. On average, Celebrity ships have 2,338 guests and 1,007 crew, which works out to a fleet-average ratio of 2.3:1.
// GUESTS
2,886
at full occupancy
// CREW
1,500
international staff
// RATIO// GUEST-TO-CREW
1.9:1
service ratio
// 4,386 PEOPLE ABOARD AT FULL CAPACITY
// 10 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About the Celebrity Silhouette
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// TOTAL QUESTIONS
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LAST UPDATED · JUNE 15, 2026




