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Celebrity Apex

Exterior of Celebrity Apex (Celebrity Cruises), at night
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Photo: kees torn / CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons (resized)

Edge class · Northern Europe & Fjords

Itineraries on this ship: 1

Regions
Northern Europe & Fjords
Departure months
Jul 2027
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The second Edge-class ship, Celebrity Apex entered service in 2020 and began full-scale cruises in 2021. With 130,818 GT and capacity for 2,910 guests, she is a well-balanced size within the series. Recent itineraries have focused on Northern Europe from Southampton, including the Norwegian fjords and the Baltic Sea, with summer 2027 sailings from the same port scheduled. Her expanded outdoor viewing spaces make her well suited to scenic cruises.

Adult-orientedCouples-friendlyDesign-focused
130,818 GT
Gross tonnage
2,910
Guests
1,320
Crew
16
Decks
1,467
Cabins
306 m (1,004 ft)
Length
2020
Year built
9838383
IMO number

Current position (external site)View on VesselFinder (IMO 9838383)External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

Public bath
Official

Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite

Japanese food
Official

Japanese food at extra cost

Japanese language support
Official

Confirmed services

Japanese-speaking staff and menus

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: celebritycruises.jp
Payment in yen
Official

Payment in yen not accepted

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: celebritycruises.jp
Smoking
Official

Smoking in designated areas only

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: celebritycruises.com
Dress code
Official

Formal nights

Line-wide details: The number of "Evening Chic" nights varies with cruise length: about 1 for cruises under 7 nights, 2 for 7 to 11 nights, and 3 for 12 nights or more (participation is optional, and it is not a mandatory formal night).

Checked Oct 4, 2026Line-wideSource: celebritycruises.com
Power outlets
Secondary source

Plug types: B, F

Line-wide details: Both 110V (North American style) and 220V (European style) are available in the cabin.

Checked Oct 4, 2026Source: plughopper.com

English text in preparation.

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

At a glance

Kids club: YesAdults-only areas: YesTheater and shows: YesSpa: YesJapanese support rating (editorial) 1/5Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

What is included and what costs extra

Included in the fare / extra
  • Meals (main restaurants)Included
  • AlcoholExtra charge
  • GratuitiesExtra charge
  • Wi‑FiExtra charge
  • Specialty diningExtra charge
  • Shore excursionsUnknown

Daily gratuities are charged separately even with All Included packages purchased from October 4, 2023; beverage-package gratuities are included, and qualifying earlier bookings follow their original terms.

Onboard costs (original currency)
  • Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)$8-14
  • Extra chargeSoft drinks and waterSoft drinks $4.75 / Water Free
  • Extra chargeDrink package$80/day (premium).
  • Extra chargeWi‑Fi$21 (Basic) / $26.99-$32.99 (Premium) per night.
  • Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)US$19.50 per guest per night in Inside, Oceanview and Veranda; US$20.50 in Concierge and AquaClass; US$24.50 in The Retreat, for new bookings from July 31, 2026.
  • Extra chargeSpa (60 minutes)$150
  • UnknownLaundryThere are no self-service laundry rooms, only a paid valet (pickup) service. In addition to per-item pricing (about $7 for a shirt, about $4 for a T-shirt, etc.), there are flat-rate bag plans (Wash and Fold $59.99, Wash and Press $71.99, a 3-bag set $149.99, etc.). Next-day finishing is standard, and same-day finishing (Express) costs about 1.5 times the regular price. Top-tier loyalty members (Elite/Elite Plus/Zenith) get a free allowance.
  • Shore excursionsExtra; varies by port

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Boarding, atmosphere, and links

Boarding and logistics
  • Japan departures: No
  • Home ports: Rome (Civitavecchia), Mediterranean ports (depending on the season)
  • Departure ports: Rome (Civitavecchia), Athens
Atmosphere and guests
  • All ages
  • Upscale and modern, with Italian and Mediterranean elegance, appealing from younger adults through middle-aged and older guests.
  • Quality-oriented passengers departing from Europe. International clientele.

Ship character

Families
3
Adults
5
Luxury
4
First-time cruisers
4
Entertainment
4
Dining
5
Great for
  • • Norwegian fjord scenery
  • • Travelers departing from England
  • • Adults seeking moderate-sized ships
Less suited to
  • • Travelers seeking tropical beaches
  • • Guests requiring Japanese-language support
  • • Families seeking extensive children’s facilities

Cruise stories and videos on external sites

5 links

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About this data
Ship detail verification: Official source

Sources

Source: Wikipedia “Celebrity Apex”, “Edge-class cruise ship” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Cabins by category

Interior Cabin

A compact cabin without a window.

Size
—
Occupancy and beds
2-3 peopleDouble bed or twin beds

Oceanview Cabin

An ocean-view cabin with a window.

Size
—
Occupancy and beds
2-3 peopleDouble bed or twin beds
Window: Yes

Balcony Cabin

With private balconies. About 81% of all cabins.

Size
—
Occupancy and beds
2-3 peopleDouble bed or twin beds

1,188 cabins

Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Suite - The Retreat

A high-quality suite. Comes with The Retreat private lounge and various privileges.

Size
—
Occupancy and beds
2-3 peopleDouble bed
Balcony: YesWindow: YesConcierge: Yes

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.

Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Adults-only areas
  • • The Solarium — Adults-only pool and spa area offering a quiet, relaxing space.
Practical information (line-wide)
Onboard currency
USD
Gratuities
Charged automatically: the gratuity is added to your SeaPass (onboard payment card) account for each night. Prepayment is also possible, and after boarding you can adjust or remove the amount at Guest Relations. Importantly, since the revision of October 4, 2023, choosing an All Included fare (formerly Always Included) no longer includes the daily gratuities for stateroom attendants and dining staff, which are charged automatically on top (the only thing included is a service charge equivalent to 20% on drink costs within the drinks package).
Payment
Cashless onboard
Medical facilities
Each ship has a medical center staffed by doctors and nurses. Consultations are charged: a general consultation during office hours is reported to cost around $100, while after-hours visits and cabin visits cost more ($165 to $205 or so). Nurse visits generally cost about half the doctor's fee, and charges are billed to your SeaPass account.
Bringing items onboard
On embarkation day only, each adult may bring up to 1 bottle of wine/champagne (750 ml) (boxed wine and the like are not allowed). If it is opened and drunk in restaurants, bars and the like, a corkage fee of about $35 per bottle applies, but this is waived for holders of the Classic/Premium drinks package and when drinking in your cabin. Other alcohol purchased at ports of call is held by staff at boarding and returned near the final day of the cruise.
Mobile and connectivity
Mobile phone roaming at sea (Cellular at Sea) follows each person's own carrier's maritime roaming rate plan and is not a Celebrity charge. Messaging and calls via a Wi-Fi package are priced under a separate system, so to avoid roaming charges, airplane mode plus onboard Wi-Fi is generally recommended.
Japanese support
Staff UnknownMenus UnknownAnnouncements Unknown

Dining

Included Included in the fare (no extra charge)
CosmopolitanCuisine from around the world

Main dining room with four different themed rooms.

Hours: Dinner (rotating)

CyprusMediterranean cuisine

A distinctive themed room within the main dining area.

Hours: Dinner (rotating)

NormandieFrench cuisine

A French-themed room within the main dining area.

Hours: Dinner (rotating)

TuscanItalian cuisine

An Italian-themed room within the main dining area.

Hours: Dinner (rotating)

Extra charge Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)
Eden
Modern gastronomy• Dinner

An upscale gastronomy restaurant with a la carte or course options.

  • A la carte dishes$60
  • 7-course signature dinner$120
  • Wine pairing (extra charge)$70
Fine Cut Steakhouse$55 (service included; 18% tip extra)
Steak• Dinner

A steakhouse specializing in the finest dry-aged beef.

  • Prime beef steak$45-55
  • Lobster tail$38
  • Seafood platter$42
Rooftop Garden Grill$25 (lunch)/$45 (dinner)
Grill bistro• Lunch and dinner

Simple, refined grilled dishes served in scenic rooftop garden seating.

  • Grilled vegetables$25 (lunch) / $35 (dinner)
  • Steak grill$32 (lunch) / $42 (dinner)
  • Grilled fish$28 (lunch) / $38 (dinner)
Le Petit Chef$60
French a la carte• Dinner

An authentic French bistro with the chef's carefully selected a la carte dishes.

  • Foie gras$28
  • Lobster bisque$22
  • French desserts$12
Raw on 5
Sushi, sashimi, and a la carte• Lunch and dinner

Fresh sushi and sashimi, available à la carte from 1 piece.

  • Sushi 1 piece$4-8
  • Sashimi assortment$32
  • Sushi rolls$12-18

Facilities and activities

Highlights
Magic Carpet: Movable platform offering different experiences as it rises and descendsRooftop Garden: Rooftop garden overlooking the seaThe Solarium: Adults-only pool and spa area for relaxationThe Retreat: Upscale lounge exclusive to suite guestsEden: Upscale specialty restaurant for modern gastronomyFour themed main dining rooms: Experience a different culture and cuisine each evening
Magic CarpetIncluded
Signature attraction

Movable platform that travels up and down the ship's side and transforms into a bar, restaurant, or observation space.

Rooftop GardenIncluded
Park

Rooftop garden area with a restaurant and observation space.

The SolariumIncluded
PoolAdults only: Yes

Adults-only pool and spa area offering a quiet, relaxing space.

The RetreatIncluded
Other

Lounge exclusively for suite guests, with dining, drinks, and concierge services.

TheaterIncluded
Theater

Night show featuring singers, dancers, and comedians.

Swimming PoolsIncluded
Pool

Multiple indoor and outdoor pools.

AquaSpaExtra charge
Spa$

Full-service spa and massage.

Itineraries on this ship

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