What activities are on board?
Boarding the ship is just the start of your experience. Once you set sail, the real fun can begin. P&O Cruises ships are packed with on board activities, whether you’re in the mood to relax, indulge or get sporty.
On board activities
Last updated: 10/04/2026
Dining and drinks
We offer a large selection of delicious dining options for guests included in their holiday price, as well as several speciality restaurants for those who want something extra special. For those who prefer to dine in, our room service is available from your cabin throughout the day and night.
For more information, see Where can I dine on board?
With fabulous food comes delicious drinks. We offer beautiful bars, lively pubs, and refreshments delivered poolside. We offer a variety of drink packages, pay-as-you-go options or in-cabin beverages.
For more information, see What specific drinks are offered on board?
Entertainment
Prepare to be entertained. All P&O Cruises ships have busy entertainment itineraries, including theatre shows, music, nightclubs, cinemas, and casinos. There’s enough to keep you laughing, dancing, and singing all day and night. We also have special events that happen on board.
But that’s just the beginning - if you’re bringing younger family with you, they’ll be spoilt for choice. We offer dedicated kids' programs with supervised activities suitable for toddlers and youngsters, exclusive zones with games, consoles, and more, outdoor activities, sports zones, and more for teenagers.
For more information, see What special events happen on board?
Spa and wellness
Our spa and wellness treatments are the destination for relaxation when you’re on board our ships. Expect pampering spa treatments, soothing thermal suites, and our serene relaxation spaces, all designed to leave you rejuvenated.
Available to book a year before you depart, including for the day you embark, discover all of our spa and wellness activities here.
Kids clubs
For our younger guests, our kids’ clubs add some extra magic to your cruise, giving parents time to enjoy everything else the ship has to offer.
The children’s clubs are open every day and operate several sessions throughout the day, meaning there’s always something to entertain, excite, and engage your little (and not so little) ones.
Age groups:
- Nursery (6 months - 2 years)
- Night Nursery (6 months - 4 years)
- Splashers (2 - 4 years)
- Surfers (5 - 8 years)
- Scubas (9 - 12 years)
- H2O Children's Club / The Scene (13 - 17-year-olds)
Swimming pools
We provide a variety of swimming pools on all our ships. When you need a break from the pool, our poolside experience offers something for everyone. Refreshing drinks, delectable food and even movies on poolside screens (on Arvia and Azura). Weather doesn’t have to stop the fun, either. Many ships have retractable roofs to keep you swimming, come rain or shine.
Sports and fitness
We provide sports and fitness activities on board, including sports courts, on-deck activities, indoor classes and fully kitted gyms.
Sports include football (including walking football), basketball, tennis or cricket, with on-deck activities such as table tennis, shuffleboard and golf nets.
Learn something new
What better time to learn something new than when you’re somewhere new?
Many guests become part of a community of people who share their interests and passions when they travel with us, for example. Or you could take a class in a range of subjects - from learning to line dance, to cooking a gourmet meal. Just pick your next discovery from our ever-growing possibilities.
If it's just relaxation you're after, you can also just kick back and enjoy coffee chats and meetups with groups on board who want to share memories and make some new ones.
Still need help?
Still have questions? Our friendly Customer Contact Centre is always happy to help! Contact us today on 0344 338 8003.
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