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MSC Poesia
First launched
2008
First launched
Passengers
2550
Passengers
Ports Visited
51
Ports visited
Cruises from $119 per day
$119
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Poesia
92,627
Gross Tonnage

MSC Poesia Cruises

3.2
(from 5 verified customers)

Launched in 2008, MSC Poesia at 92,490 GT carries 2,550 passengers. She is one of MSC Cruise Line's "Musica" family of ships. The interior décor of wood and marble, soft furnishings and colour reflects high Italian quality. The vessel is roomy, with plenty of lounges and bars, and has excellent alternative restaurants offering Italian and Japanese fare.MSC Poesia is an innovative cruise ship with an elegant style that brings traditional craftsmanship to creative designs. Step aboard and you’ll enter a refined world of comfort. Whether your reason for being on board is a family vacation, a luxury treat or a romantic escape, MSC Poesia is a ship that offers a truly inspiring cruise experience.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2008
Number of decks: 13
Tonnage: 92627
Cabins: 1075
Passengers: 2550
Number of crew: 987
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

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    • Dining on the MSC Poesia

    The two main dining rooms, Il Palladio and Le Fontane, are located aft with large ocean-view windows. There are two seatings for dinner, served by top-of-the-line Italian stewards. Guests in suites and deluxe grades are assigned seats in a quieter section of the restaurant. Dishes range from traditional and tasty Mediterranean fare, to the most refined international recipes. There is the "Always Available" menu, which includes spaghetti and grilled chicken, beefsteak or salmon.

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    The alternative specialty restaurant is Kaito Sushi Bar, an authentic Japanese venue with an extensive, outstanding menu. For a quick breakfast or lunch choose the lido Cafeteria Villa Pompeiana buffet, offering the utmost quality and variety in Italian and international cuisine, or the pool-deck fast-food grill and pizzeria. For an extra fee, L'Obelisco is a specialty restaurant, sectioned from the Cafeteria Villa Pompeiana buffet that is converted into an alternative dining area at supper with tablecloths and waiter service.

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  • Bars

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    From the sophisticated Grappolo d’Oro wine-tasting bar to the glamorous Mojito cocktail bar and the luxurious Hitchcock Lounge cigar room, there is a refreshing choice of original bars and lounges in which to enjoy a drink with friends or family.

  • Entertainment

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    • Entertainment on the MSC Poesia

    The state-of-the-art 1240 seat two-deck Teatro Carlo Felice is the principal showlounge. The Pigalle Lounge is the main centre for social dancing, and other dance floors are spread throughout other lounges. The young and lively go to the loud and futuristic S32 Disco. View big-screen movies on the large screen above the forward pool.

  • Activities

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    • Activities on the MSC Poesia

    From the moment you wake up to the moment you go to bed, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities and entertainment. Compete in sports tournaments, take part in dance classes, watch Broadway-style theater shows, go wild at themed parties or try your luck in the casino: the choice is yours!

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the MSC Poesia
    • Fitness on the MSC Poesia

    If you’re wanting to stay in shape during your cruise, there are many sports and fitness activities available on board, including a basketball court, tennis court and state-of-the-art gym. For milder exercise, there’s also shuffleboard and mini golf. Relax at the opulent MSC Aurea Spa wellness center with its steam room, sauna and divine massages designed to pamper body and mind.

  • Kids

    • Kids activities on the MSC Poesia
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    • Kids activities on the MSC Poesia
    • Kids activities on the MSC Poesia
    • Kids activities on the MSC Poesia

    Kids and teens are also well served, with their own clubs and parties, a dedicated Dinosaur Play Area, video games and even a disco!

  • Inclusions

    • Activities - organised & individual
    • All main meals on-board
    • Butler & valet services (select cabins)
    • Captain's welcome cocktail party and Gala Evening
    • Coffee, tea & milk 24 hrs
    • Cruise Director & all English speaking staff
    • Entertainment - live music and/or shows, movies
    • In-cabin continental breakfast for higher classes
    • Kids clubs & teen programs (3-17 yrs)
    • Service charge: Up to €0/USD12.50/AUD18 (12 & over) daily, child over 1 pay half. Ask about pre-payment.
    • Ship-shore-ship transfers
    • Traditional/set time & multi-venue dining
    • Under 12s sharing cabin w/ 2 adults: ask about free travel (pay port dues)
    • Use of ship facilities - indoor & outdoor

Customer cruise ship ratings

MSC Poesia has an average of 3.2 Stars based on 5 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    3.2
  • Cabin
    4
  • Dining
    2.8
  • Entertainment
    3
  • Service
    3.6

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Highlights

  • Whether a family vacation, luxury treat or romantic escape, MSC Poesia is a ship that offers a truly inspiring cruise experience.

  • The varied lounges & bars offer refreshing originality and authenticity, from the Grappolo d’Oro wine-tasting bar to the Mojito cocktail bar and sumptuous design of the cigar room.

  • In addition to all the features of ‘Bella’ and ‘Fantastica’, the ‘Aurea’ Experience offers a series of relaxing benefits for body and soul.

Cabins

Four out of five cabins have an outside view, and of these four out of five have a balcony. Cabins are stylish, outfitted in handsome colour schemes. For all cabins continental breakfast is complimentary from 7.30 to 10 am, while room service snacks can be bought at other times. A basket of fruit is provided at embarkation, and replenished daily for suites. Cabins come with a mini-bar, personal safe, ample closet, shower-only tub, terrycloth robes, flat-screen television, and excellent 24-hour room service.

Suites have in addition fresh flowers, daily tray of canapes, hangers, upgraded toiletries, bathroom with tub, and king-size bed (or two singles). Suites also have a large lounger area and walk-in closet, vanity desk with hair dryer. Some very popular staterooms are at the aft of the ship with views of the wake from balcony cabins. There are 18 suites with a private balcony. There are no single cabins, and 17 that are wheelchair-accessible.)

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  • Inside

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    Cabin Types

    IR2, IR1, IB

    Surface approx. 151 sq. ft., deck 12-15Relaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Oceanview

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    Cabin Types

    OR2, OR1, OO, OB

    Surface approx. 172 sq. ft., deck 8Window with sea viewRelaxing armchair Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Balcony

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    Cabin Types

    BA, BL2, BL1, BR2, BR1, BP, BB

    Surface approx. 194 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 43 sq. ft, deck 9-11Sitting area with sofaBathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request*)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

  • Suite

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    Cabin Types

    SL1

    Surface approx. 280 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 43 sq. ft, deck 15BalconySitting area with sofa Spacious WardrobeBathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer Comfortable double or single beds (on request)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibarThe image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

MSC Poesia Deck Plans

Legend

  • Sofa bed
  • 3rd bed is a pullman bed
  • 3rd & 4th beds are pullman beds
  • Double sofa bed
  • Stateroom with Juliet balcony (non-walkable)
  • Connecting staterooms
  • Cabin for guests with reduced mobility
  • MSC Yacht Club/Aurea Suite cabin with panoramic sealed window
  • Obstructed views
  • Staterooms with metal balcony
  • Staterooms with partial metal/partial glass balconies
  • Ship configuration may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination

MSC Poesia Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
27 Mar 2025 Montevideo,Balneario Camboriu,Ilhabela,Rio de Janeiro,Buenos Aires,Montevideo Montevideo Sold Out
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal Buenos Aires Sold Out
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal Buenos Aires Sold Out
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom Buenos Aires $5185
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France Buenos Aires $4018
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands Buenos Aires Sold Out
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark Buenos Aires $5387
03 Apr 2025 Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany Buenos Aires $9480
04 Apr 2025 Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany Montevideo $3337
04 Apr 2025 Uruguay, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark Montevideo $3844
19 Apr 2025 Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark Funchal Sold Out
23 Apr 2025 Spain, United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark Bilbao Sold Out
25 Apr 2025 United Kingdom, France, Netherlands, Denmark Southampton Sold Out
26 Apr 2025 France, Netherlands, Denmark Le Havre Sold Out
27 Apr 2025 Netherlands, Denmark, Germany Rotterdam Sold Out
29 Apr 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Finland Copenhagen $3599
30 Apr 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Finland, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2657
30 Apr 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Finland, Denmark, Norway Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
30 Apr 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, Finland, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
09 May 2025 Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $1513
09 May 2025 Denmark, Sweden, Germany, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
11 May 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $1545
16 May 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany Oslo $1595
17 May 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $1425
17 May 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
18 May 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $1555
18 May 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
23 May 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Oslo Sold Out
24 May 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
24 May 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
25 May 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
25 May 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark, Norway Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
29 May 2025 Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway Stockholm Sold Out
31 May 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $1435
31 May 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
01 Jun 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $1675
01 Jun 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
06 Jun 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Oslo $2087
07 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen $2245
07 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
08 Jun 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2845
08 Jun 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark, Norway Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
12 Jun 2025 Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway Stockholm $3093
14 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $1695
14 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
15 Jun 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $1585
20 Jun 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany Oslo $2195
21 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $1695
21 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
22 Jun 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $1695
22 Jun 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
27 Jun 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Sweden Oslo Sold Out
28 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Sweden Copenhagen $2125
28 Jun 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Sweden, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
29 Jun 2025 Germany, Poland, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2025
29 Jun 2025 Germany, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
03 Jul 2025 Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway Stockholm Sold Out
05 Jul 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
05 Jul 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $2305
06 Jul 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2145
06 Jul 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
11 Jul 2025 Oslo,Copenhagen,Warnemunde,Gdynia,Klaipeda,Riga,Stockholm Oslo Sold Out
12 Jul 2025 Copenhagen,Warnemunde,Gdynia,Klaipeda,Riga,Stockholm,Copenhagen Copenhagen $2645
12 Jul 2025 Copenhagen,Warnemunde,Gdynia,Klaipeda,Riga,Stockholm,Copenhagen,Warnemunde,Stavanger,Eidfjord,Kristi Copenhagen Sold Out
13 Jul 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2225
13 Jul 2025 Warnemunde,Gdynia,Klaipeda,Riga,Stockholm,Copenhagen,Warnemunde,Stavanger,Eidfjord,Kristiansand,Oslo Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
17 Jul 2025 Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway Stockholm $2763
19 Jul 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $2305
19 Jul 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
20 Jul 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2245
20 Jul 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
25 Jul 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Oslo Sold Out
26 Jul 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
26 Jul 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
27 Jul 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2815
27 Jul 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark, Norway Berlin (Warnemunde) $4691
31 Jul 2025 Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway Stockholm Sold Out
02 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $2345
02 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
03 Aug 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2345
03 Aug 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
08 Aug 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Oslo Sold Out
09 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
09 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
10 Aug 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
10 Aug 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark, Norway Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
14 Aug 2025 Sweden, Denmark, Germany, Norway Stockholm Sold Out
16 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $2145
16 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen Sold Out
17 Aug 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2145
22 Aug 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany Oslo $2295
23 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway Copenhagen $2145
23 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Norway, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen Sold Out
24 Aug 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2145
24 Aug 2025 Germany, Norway, Denmark, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Berlin (Warnemunde) Sold Out
29 Aug 2025 Norway, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Oslo Sold Out
30 Aug 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden Copenhagen $2205
31 Aug 2025 Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, Denmark Berlin (Warnemunde) $2295
04 Sep 2025 Sweden, Denmark Stockholm $315
06 Sep 2025 Denmark, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Finland, Sweden Copenhagen $3459

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