Bars
Bars Onboard - Amsterdam to Newcastle
There are a number of bars onboard our ships where you can grab a drink and relax. Visit the Navigators Pub or Compass Bar for a relaxing drink or head to the Columbus Club for live music and entertainment. If the sun is out, why not try the outdoor Sky Bar up on deck?
Find out more about the live entertainment in our bars below.
Bars Onboard
Navigators Pub
Relax onboard your ferry crossing in the Navigators Pub. There’s live music from our acoustic troubadour, as well as a range of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails.
Sky Bar
Head up to our rooftop Sky Bar and raise a glass to unforgettable sea views. Open whenever the weather permits, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a cold drink on a hot day.
Columbus Club
The sun has set for the day, but that doesn't mean you have to. The vibrant atmosphere at the Columbus Club ensures a night filled with dancing, laughs and music. Please note that access to Compass and Columbus bars might be limited on the 10th, 11th, 24th, 25th of March and 29th of April.
Compass Bar
Compass Bar’s comfortable atmosphere and lounge style setting make it the perfect place for you to unwind on your North Sea ferry crossing. Please note that access to Compass and Columbus bars might be limited on the 10th, 11th, 24th, 25th of March and 29th of April.
Restaurants Onboard
Explorer's Kitchen
Explorer’s Kitchen is our all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant, boasting international cuisine for every taste.
North Sea Bistro
North Sea Bistro offers an intimate and luxe dining experience, with a seasonal menu and stylish surroundings.
Coffee Crew Café
Head to our café, Coffee Crew, for Starbucks® coffee, tea, bottled drinks and freshly baked sweet treats.
Onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam
Our overnight ferry crossings between Newcastle and Amsterdam boast an array of fantastic onboard facilities, including bars, restaurants, shopping and more.
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