Scandinavia cruises bring you to a world of sweeping cinematic beauty; a place where elegant waterfront cities bask under vast skies all summer long. Spend your days exploring magnificent castles and palaces, home to royals past and present, and learning about the impressive legacy of the Vikings. Check out cutting-edge art and design galleries—and see for yourself just what makes Scandinavian style so effortlessly cool.
Discover the region’s fun-loving side at Copenhagen’s Tivoli Gardens and Stockholm’s ABBA: The Museum. Sample Denmark’s open sandwiches piled high with toppings, Sweden’s famous meatballs, and Norway’s waffles with cream and jam. A European cruise to Scandinavia will open your eyes to why the locals are known as some of the happiest people in the world.
Scandinavia Cruise Highlights
Art and Design
Sleek, stylish Scandinavian design has swept the world, leaving its mark on public spaces and private homes. Stop in Oslo’s National Museum or the Designmuseum in Copenhagen, both of which explore the origins of design and architecture in the region. Lose yourself in cool concept stores like Copenhagen’s Illums Bolighus. Stroll along Stockholm’s Drottninggatan for irresistible fashion and homeware, and shop for Norwegian designs on Oslo’s Promenaden Fashion District.
European History
A cruise around Scandinavia is a journey through history, from the time of the brave, seafaring Vikings to an era of great wealth, during which magnificent castles and palaces were built. In Denmark, visit Amalienborg and Rosenborg Castle, and take a trip to Kronborg Castle, immortalized by Shakespeare. See where European royals live today on a visit to Sweden’s graceful Drottningholm Palace and Oslo’s Neoclassical Royal Palace, surrounded by immaculate gardens.
Beautiful Scenery
Dense forests, vast skies, and shorelines studded with rocky islets and skerries characterize Scandinavia, a landscape shaped by glaciers over the millennia. Explore the fjords and inlets around Kristiansand, Norway, which has its own sandy beach. Wander through grass-tufted dunes and along empty beaches near Skagen, Denmark. See how Swedes spend their summers, a time of beach bonfires and bracing sea swimming, on a cruise through Stockholm’s sparkling archipelago.
Featured Ports
Stockholm, Sweden
You’ll be surrounded by water in Sweden’s gorgeous capital, which lies on 14 islands. Wander through the heart of the old city, Gamla Stan, admiring colorful Renaissance and Baroque architecture. Check out the Vasa Museum for a view into the 17th-century warship, painstakingly restored after sinking on its maiden voyage. Sing along with Sweden’s supergroup at ABBA: The Museum, and indulge in a virtual dress-up session in those famously outrageous costumes and sparkling platform heels.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen is confident, cosmopolitan, and undeniably cool, from its abundance of stylish Danish design stores to the cutting-edge dining scene. Gaze at the Danish Crown Jewels in Rosenborg Castle, and learn about Europe’s oldest monarchy. Embrace your inner child as you fly down the rollercoasters at leafy Tivoli Gardens and admire The Little Mermaid, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s famous fairytale. Refuel on smørrebrød, Denmark’s signature open sandwich, piled with tasty toppings.
Oslo, Norway
Lying at the end of a deep fjord and hemmed in by forest, Norway’s beautiful capital is a culture-lover’s dream. Head straight to MUNCH to see a version of The Scream—and many other colorful works by the country’s most famous artist. Tour the opulent Royal Palace and step back into medieval times at the waterfront Akershus Castle. Marvel at the works in the National Gallery and take a backstage tour of the ultra-modern Norwegian Opera and Ballet, shimmering on the waterfront.
Scandinavia Cruise Itineraries
Spend between 11 and 14 nights discovering the wonders of Scandinavia. Set sail from either Amsterdam, Netherlands, or Southampton, England on board Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Eclipse. Marvel at one thrilling city after another, with relaxing days at sea in between to unwind and recharge.
Itineraries
Why Sail on a Scandinavia Cruise with Celebrity
Explore Scandinavia with Celebrity Cruises at the height of summer, when the days are long and towns and cities fizz with energy. Dine al fresco at the Rooftop Garden Grill on Celebrity Apex and later, watch the sea ripple with pale gold from the Magic Carpet as the sun sinks slowly toward the horizon. Unwind on the fragrant grass of the Lawn Club on Celebrity Eclipse and toast the end of another perfect day at the Sunset Bar.
Discover the many restaurants on board, whether you’re in the mood for something casual or a romantic date night. Elevate your entire vacation with The Retreat, where every suite comes with butler service, and you’ll dine on globally-inspired cuisine in the exclusive Luminae at The Retreat.
