Mardi Gras

On board our floating resorts you will find activities for all tastes and ages. Whether you want to sweat in the fitness centre, cool off in one of our pools or shop to your heart's content - everything is possible on our ships. All information about our day and evening programme can be found in our Carnival Fun Times, which you will find in the cabin every day.

for a fee ($) 

Cloud 9 Spa
Location: Deck 5 - forward / Deck 6 - forward

Fitness Center / State of the Art Cycling Studio
Hours: 6:00am-10:00pm
Fully equipped with Life Fitness equipment
State of the Art Cycling studio ($)
Scheduled fitness classes offered; specialty classes ($)
Fitness, Wellness and Beauty seminars

The Watering Hole
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Situated within Summer Landing and modeled after a fun backyard gathering spot with sweeping sea views
Bar Service, featuring a wide beer selection as well as refreshing summer-inspired sips. 

Summer Landings Pool Area
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: Pool: 8:00am-12:00am weather conditions permitting
Infinity Tides Pool (4'2" deep)
Hot Tub Spas (2)
The Patio, an expansive outdoor, relaxation area with lounge chairs and umbrellas

Beach Pool 
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours: 8:00am-12:00am, weather conditions permitting / hours are subject to change
Salt water pool (4'9" deep)
Hot Tub Spa (1)
Beverage Service ($)

The Ultimate Playground
The aptly named Ultimate Playground will offer guests amazing sea vistas as they soak up the sun and the fun in this spacious family-friendly play area highlighted by the most elaborate Carnival WaterWorks aqua park, expanded SportSquare and the much-anticipated BOLT: Ultimate Sea Coaster.

Bolt Ultimate Sea Coaster
Location: Deck 19 - aft
First ever ultimate Sea Coaster with 800' long track and speeds up to 40mph ($)

Carnival WaterWorks
Location: Deck 18 - aft 
Hours: 9:00am-sunset, weather conditions permitting / hours subject to change
Carnival's Twister Waterslide: 265' long, spiraling water slide  
Blue Lightning: 312’ long tube slide; riders hop on mats
Orange Thunder: 229’ drop slide will propel people into the SplashZone.
SplashZone: expansive spray park with varied water spray apparatus for smaller children and families
150-gallon Power Drencher: tipping bucket
Mini Racer slides for children 

SportSquare
Location: Deck 18 - aft / Deck 19 - aft
SkyTrack: Padded jogging track
SkyCourt: Lighted multi-purpose basketball court (can convert to volleyball and soccer)
SkyCourse: 600’ long rope courses, nearly 150’ above the sea 
SkyGreens: Nine-hole miniature golf course
SkyFitness: Featuring a wide array of exercise equipment
Open-Air Complex: SkyBilliards, Ping Pong, Poly Pong, Foosball, Twister, Shuffleboard (games vary per ship)

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• Art gallery and auctions
• Various daytime and evening activities such as bingo, quizzes and karaoke singing (All information about our daytime and evening programs can be found in our Carnival Fun Times, which is placed in your stateroom daily)
• 24-hour Internet café (WLAN)
• Library and writing room
• Carnival FUN Shops
• Duty Free Shops

The Mardi Gras has two main restaurants (à la carte service), a buffet restaurant and various snack stations where you can feast to your heart's content. Included in the tour price elegant dining in the À la carte restaurants (free choice of dining time), casual dining in the buffet with various food stations such as Salad Bar, Carnival Deli (different sandwich variations hot/cold), Big Chicken (included), international specialities, a ,large selection of various desserts, calorie-conscious food, 24-hour pizzeria, 24-hour cabin service (breakfast, lunch and bar)

Specialty Restraurants for a fee ($) 
 

DECK 5

Chef’s Table
Location: Deck 5 – aft
Dining room specifically for Chef’s Table with window views into the galley  
Long table seats 16 guests for a one-of-a-kind private culinary experience dinner ($) 

GRAND CENTRAL (DECK 6)

JaveBlue Café
Location: Deck 6 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Cafe, featuring specialty coffees, cakes, cupcakes, cookies and pastries ($) 
Order cakes for special occasions ($) 

GRAND CENTRAL 2. LEVEL (DECK 7)

Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse
Location: Deck 7 - midship 
Hours: 5:30pm-9:30pm
Steakhouse favorites including Surf & Turf, lamb, shrimp and chicken
Reservations-recommended
Reservations fee ($) 
Sit down waiter service

Palm Restaurant
Location: Deck 6 – aft / Deck 7 - aft
Aft Restaurant 
Sit-down waiter service
Open nightly for dinner

GRAND CENTRAL 3. LEVEL (DECK 8)

Bonsai Teppanyaki
Location: Deck 8 - midship
Hours:  open for lunch on sea days / open for dinner nightly (3 seatings)
Full service featuring a wide-ranging menu with authentic delicacies from the Far East prepared by chefs on custom-built stations that form the center of the venue's three 10-seat tables.
Sit down waiter service
Reservation fee ($) 
Reservations-recommended; Walk-ins welcome
 
Bonsai Sushi 
Location: Deck 8 - midship 
Hours: open for lunch on sea days 12:00pm-2:30pm / dinner nightly, 5:00pm-12:00am
Full-Service Sushi Restaurant 
Wide variety of Asian-inspired delicacies ($) 
KoiKite celebration nightly

FRENCH QUARTERS (DECK 6)

In a nod to the New Orleans’ culture that combines lively entertainment with an unparalleled food scene, French Quarter will be lined with new bars, music and eateries that perfectly capture the festive spirit of the Big Easy. 

Flamingo Restaurant
Location: Deck 6 – midship
Sit-down waiter service
Open nightly for dinner

Emeril's Bistro 1396
Location: Deck 6 - midship
Featuring world-renowned chef and restaurateur, Emeril Lagasse's signature New Orleans inspired dishes 
Sit-down waiter service
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
A la carte menu with nominal prices ($) 

Palm Restaurant
Location: Deck 6 – aft / Deck 7 - aft
Aft Restaurant 
Sit-down waiter service
Open nightly for dinner

DECK 8

Chibang!
Location: Deck 8 - forward
Hours: open for dinner
A two-in-one dining concept featuring both Chinese and Mexican cuisines
Sit down waiter service
Hours: open for lunch
Casual lunch that features noodle and burrito bowls based on our favorite ingredients from both of these worlds
Sit down waiter service

LA PIAZZA (DECK 8)

La Piazza was designed to resemble a stroll through an Italian courtyard with red brick, streetlights and ornate iron and tile work, as well as murals of famous piazzas in Rome, Venice and other Italian cities. La Piazza features fun, “Insta-worthy” touches positioned along the promenade like a Vespa scooter and a Fiat, both from 1972, the year of Carnival’s founding of the original Mardi Gras. 

Cucina del Capitano
Location: Deck 8 - midship
Hours: open for dinner, 5:30pm-9:30pm
Made-to-order Italian favorites
Reservations and walk-ins accepted
Reservations fee ($) 
Sit down waiter service
Indoor and outdoor seating

Pizzeria del Capitano
Location: Deck 8 – midship
Hours: open 24 hours
Food Service, featuring complimentary, delicious, hand-tossed, authentic Italian-style, thin-crusted pies made in a traditional pizza oven
Self-service
 
Piazza Panini
Location: Deck 8 - midship
Hours:  open for lunch and dinner; specialty desserts after 8:00pm
Food Service, featuring stuffed Italian-style hand-pressed sandwiches and deli favorites such as grilled ham and cheese, hot dogs with fixings and Reuben sandwiches
Specialty Italian desserts will be served after 8:00pm 
Self-service

Rudi's Seagrill - "Plates with Personalities"
Location: Deck 8 - midship
Hours: open for dinner, nightly
Food Service, featuring next-level seafood selections, showcasing chef Rudi Sodamin's innovative artistry and "plates with personalities" where guests can feast their eyes on a new personable presentation every time they dine.
Reservations and walk-ins accepted
Reservations fee ($) 
Sit down waiter service

SUMMER LANDING (DECK 8)

Designed as the ultimate chill spot, Summer Landing will be home to an expanded Guy’s Pig & Anchor Smokehouse Brewhouse. For outdoor summer-inspired fun, there will be a pool and whirlpools, along with ample lounging spaces and hang outs, making this the ideal spot to enjoy all the fun that a Carnival vacation experience delivers.
 

Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse | Brewhouse
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: open for dinner, 5:00pm until late
A la carte menu, featuring Guy's favorite down-home smoked-on-board barbecue and traditional sides and desserts ($) 
Sit down waiter service
A brewery within the restaurant features a selection of distinctive craft beers brewed on board
Live music nightly  
Hours: open for lunch, embarkation day and sea days, 12:00pm-2:30pm
Featuring complimentary barbecue buffet
Self-service
 
Heroes Tribute Bar
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
There’s a place in our heart for heroes, our Armed Services personnel and their families - this sports bar features big screen TV's showing live sports event from across the sports world 
Beverage service and snacks ($) 

LIDO (DECK 16)

Already known for our varied casual poolside restaurants, Mardi Gras’ expanded Lido will take this to a whole new level with existing Carnival favorites along with some new concepts to inspire foodie fans.

BlueIguana Cantina
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours:  7:30am-10:30am; 12:00pm-2:30pm
Featuring complimentary, freshly-made tacos and burritos with homemade tortillas, chips and salsa; breakfast burritos served during the morning hours 

Seafood Shack
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours: open for lunch and dinner
New England-Style Seafood Restaurant, featuring a variety of seafood (steamed or fried) and soup of the day ($) 
 
Street Eats
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours: open for lunch
Food Service, featuring complimentary, three ever-changing open-air stations: Steam Dream, specializes in the steamiest stuff this side of the spa, featuring favorites like bao buns and pot stickers. Mad Sizzle, with the likes of kebab and satay. And Time Fries, which serves up fries loaded up with culinary creations from our chefs, like cheesesteak fries! 

Lido Marketplace
Location: Deck 16 – midship / aft
Hours: open for breakfast / lunch / dinner / late night snacks
Available 24 Hours: coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate, lemonade and unsweetened iced tea
Beer Station (9:00am-11:00pm) Pour Your Own Beer ($) 
Self-Service Casual Lido Restaurant
Breakfast Time: 7:00am-10:30am (hours may vary)
Hot and Cold Buffet and Specialty Stations: hot cereal and boxed cereal, eggs, omelet station, bacon and sausage, hash browns, pastries, bread, toast and bagels, yogurt and fresh fruit
Lunch Time: 12:00pm-2:30pm (hours may vary)
Hot and Cold Buffet / Specialty Stations: Buffet featuring pastas, stir-fry, carving station - choices may vary among the fleet
Salad Bar: Elaborate salad bar featuring 35 items
Chef’s Choice: Featuring a different International cuisine each day
Desserts: Variety of desserts including sugar-free selections
Swirls: Self-serve ice cream and frozen yogurt
 
Dinner Time and Late Night (hours may vary)
Good Eats: (6:00pm-9:30pm) Buffet-Style - an array of pastas, steaks, prime rib, grilled chicken, specialty salads and desserts along with a daily Chef's Special.
Late Night Snacks: (11:30pm-1:00am) Hot and cold light snacks and desserts
Swirls: Self-serve ice cream and frozen yogurt

Big Chicken
Location: Deck 16 - aft
Hours: open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
A complimentary seagoing version of a restaurant created by Carnival's Chief Fun Officer, NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal.
Food Service, featuring a delectable variety of fried chicken sandwiches and traditional sides such as fries, potato salad and jalapeno slaw. Breakfast is served all day and features a three-cheese omelet, chicken and egg biscuits.  

LIDO (DECK 17)

Guy’s Burger Joint
Location: Deck 17 - midship
Hours: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Featuring a complimentary roadside burger shack, hot burgers and hand-cut fries, from the bestselling author, restaurateur and Food Network personality, Guy Fieri

ENTERTAINMENT is very important on board our ships. Our program offers entertainment at the highest level.  Our excellent entertainment team offers breathtaking stage shows in Las Vegas style every evening in our large theatre. You can also challenge your luck with a game of roulette or end the evening with a delicious cocktail in one of our numerous bars. Here something is offered for every age and every taste.

for a fee ($) 

DECK 4

Family Harbor Lounge
Location:  Deck 4 - midship
Hours: 6:00am-9:00pm
Exclusive, secluded, dedicated family zone for guests occupying Family Harbor Staterooms
Large screen-TV’s and programmed family movies and popcorn
Video game consoles, games and movies available 
Self serve Continental breakfast buffet, afternoon snack selections, evening cookies and milk and Swirls, soft serve ice cream and frozen yogurt

Camp Ocean / Night Owls
Location: Deck 4 - midship
Marine-Themed Camp Program
For children ages 2-11 years
Seuss at Sea Program: special breakfast ($) and entertainment experiences for kids and family
Night Owls
Babysitting for infants and children ages 6 months to 11 years ($)
Hours: 10:00pm-1:00am
 
Dr. Seuss Bookville
Location: Deck 4 - midship
Hours: scheduled activities listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Dedicated Seuss-themed reading and play space

DECK 6

Mardi Gras Theater 
Location: Deck 6 – forward / Deck 7 - forward
Hours: scheduled activities listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Main Show Lounge
Playlist Productions (LED special effects)
Bingo ($)
Talks and seminars
Audience participation games
Dance classes
Beverage service ($)

The Punchliner Comedy Club
Location: Deck 6 - forward
Hours: showtimes listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Performances by established comedians as well as rising stars; early-evening shows offer fun for the whole family while the later performances will feature adult-oriented comedy.
Beverage service ($)

Piano Bar 88
Location: Deck 6 - forward
Hours: scheduled activities listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Piano music and piano fun (sing-a-longs, games)
Beverage service($)

GRAND CENTRAL (DECK 6)

Creating a sense of wonder the moment guests step on board, the transformative Grand Central takes the traditional atrium concept to new heights, combining a day-to-night entertainment complex with spectacular three-deck-high floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the starboard side of the ship that will be the perfect venue for socializing and people watching amid sweeping ocean vistas. 

Atrium  
Location: Deck 6 - midship / Deck 7 - midship / Deck 8 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
3-deck high atrium with floor-to ceiling windows
Lobby entrance into the ship 
Seating areas for relaxing and watching entertainment
Center Stage features live entertainment: 
Live music
Family Feud Live
Performers will interact with 16 individually controlled 6' by 14' LED screens displaying video and special effects, as well as lasers and aerial feats

Center Stage Bar
Location: Deck 6 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Bar service featuring specialty cocktails inspired by the theme of that evening’s entertainment ($) 

JaveBlue Café
Location: Deck 6 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Cafe, featuring specialty coffees, cakes, cupcakes, cookies and pastries ($)
Order cakes for special occasions ($)

Cherry on Top
Location: Deck 6 - midship 
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Candy and Celebrations Shop ($)
Bulk candies, confections and flowers
Cherry on Top logo apparel for Ladies and kids
Ice cream (made to order)
Bliss items for shower/spa
Stateroom decoration packages

The Fun Shops
Location: Deck 6 - midship 
Hours:  hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter / closed while in port
Shops, featuring logo clothes, souvenirs, clothing, jewelry, perfume, liquor and sundries ($)

GRAND CENTRAL 2. LEVEL (DECK 7)

Grand View Bar
Location: Deck 7 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Bar service featuring specialty cocktails inspired by the theme of that evening’s entertainment ($)
 
The Fun Shops
Location: Deck 7 - midship 
Hours:  hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter / closed while in port
Shops, featuring logo clothes, souvenirs, clothing, jewelry, perfume, liquor and sundries ($)
 
Limelight Lounge
Location: Deck 7 - midship
Hours: scheduled activities listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Dance floor
Live music
Karaoke
Late night shows
Talks and seminars
Beverage service ($)
 
Alchemy Bar
Location: Deck 7 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Unique vintage-themed cocktail ‘pharmacy’
Beverage service ($)

GRAND CENTRAL 3. LEVEL (DECK 8)

The Fun Shops
Location: Deck 8 - midship 
Hours:  hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter / closed while in port
Shops, featuring logo clothes, souvenirs, clothing, jewelry, perfume, liquor and sundries ($)

DECK 7

Mardi Gras Casino and Bar
Location: Deck 7 – forward
Hours on Sea Days: slots open early morning to late / tables open late morning to late
Hours on Port Days: closed while in port; opens after the ship departs port until late
Full casino and gaming ($)
Beverage service ($) 

DECK 8

Havana Lounge
Location: Deck 8 – forward
Hours:  9:00am-Late
The Havana Lounge is reminiscent of a living room and Havana Bar.
Serving Cuban coffee, Cuban sodas as well as classic Cuban cocktails ($).
Latin trio or DJ several evenings as well as Latin-inspired ‘Havana Nights’ evening. 
 
Havana Pool Area
Location: Deck 8 – forward
Hours: morning -12:00am: exclusive use for guests occupying the Havana staterooms
Relaxation pool (3'3" deep)
Comfy seating for relaxing and bar
Beverage Service ($)

LA PIAZZA (DECK 8)

Bar Della Rosa
Location:  Deck 8 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' Newsletter
Inspired by Italy's charming cafes
Classic cocktails like the Bellini, Aperol Spritz and Negroni; wide selection of Italian red and white wines, and prosecco 
Espresso, Macchiato and other caffeinated choices
Indoor and outdoor seating
Beverage Service ($)

Carnival Adventures 
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Formerly, the Shore Excursion Desk, the staff provide information on our ports-of-call and excursions and assist with the purchase of our shore excursions and golf excursions ($)
Provide information on our ships and itineraries and how to get the best deal on a future cruise (Future Cruise Vacation program ($)) 

SUMMER LANDING (DECK 8)

 
Heroes Tribute Bar
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
There’s a place in our heart for heroes, our Armed Services personnel and their families - this sports bar features big screen TV's showing live sports event from across the sports world 
Beverage service and snacks ($)

The Watering Hole
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Situated within Summer Landing and modeled after a fun backyard gathering spot with sweeping sea views
Bar Service, featuring a wide beer selection as well as refreshing summer-inspired sips. 

Summer Landings Pool Area
Location: Deck 8 - aft
Hours: Pool: 8:00am-12:00am weather conditions permitting
Infinity Tides Pool (4'2" deep)
Hot Tub Spas (2)
The Patio, an expansive outdoor, relaxation area with lounge chairs and umbrellas

LIDO (DECK 16)

BlueIguana Cantina
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours:  7:30am-10:30am; 12:00pm-2:30pm
Featuring complimentary, freshly-made tacos and burritos with homemade tortillas, chips and salsa; breakfast burritos served during the morning hours 

Beach Pool 
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours: 8:00am-12:00am, weather conditions permitting / hours are subject to change
Salt water pool (4'9" deep)
Hot Tub Spa (1)
Beverage Service ($)
 
RedFrog Tiki Bar
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours: hours are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Two-level, South Pacific inspired poolside bar 
Bar Service, featuring rum-based cocktails creatively presented in pineapples and souvenir tiki glasses. ($)
 
Carnival Seaside Theater | Dive-In Movies
Location: Deck 16 - midship
Hours: showtimes are listed in the 'Fun Times' newsletter
Large LED outdoor screen
A variety of programming, including feature films, sporting events and concerts are showcased on the screen daily as well as a ‘Morning Show’ hosted by the Cruise Director.
Dive-In Movies: During evening hours, settle in for a night at the cinema… from the comfort of poolside lounge chairs, there’s not only popcorn and drink specials ($) from the bar, but blankets for snuggling under the stars. 

Tides Pool and Bar
Location: Deck 16 - aft
Hours: Pool: 8:00am-12:00am, 8:00am-12:00am, weather conditions permitting / hours are subject to change
Salt water pool (4'9" deep)
Hot Tub Spas (2) 
Lounge chairs and umbrellas
Beverage service ($)

LIDO (DECK 17)

The Warehouse Arcade
Location: Deck 17 - midship
Hours: open 24 hours
High tech video and arcade games ($)

Children and Youth Program for Passengers Under 18
On board our ships, we ensure the whole family is happy. While adults enjoy life on board in their own way, our trained and qualified staff take care of the well-being of the younger ones. In our specially designed children and youth programs, divided into various age groups, kids can make new friends, have fun together, and enjoy some parent-free time.
Camp Ocean
Circle "C"
At Circle C, teenagers aged 12 to 14 meet to make new friends and participate in shared activities. They enjoy activities within the ship as well as on deck, always supervised by the trained team.
Club O2
Club O2 is the perfect retreat for teenagers who want time without their parents. Teens aged 15 to 17 can watch movies, listen to music, play sports and video games, and much more in Club O2.
Babysitter Service ($)
Carnival Cruise Line offers a babysitter service for all children between 6 months and 11 years old for a nominal fee between 10:00 PM and 1:00 AM. During this time, parents can drop off their children at Camp Carnival and enjoy a relaxing evening on board.