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MSC Poesia
First launched
2008
First launched
Passengers
2550
Passengers
Ports Visited
44
Ports visited
Cruises from $104 per day
$104
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of MSC Poesia
92,627
Gross Tonnage

MSC Poesia Cruises

3.2
(from 6 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

    • Dining on the MSC Poesia
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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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    • Bar on the MSC Poesia

    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

    • Entertainment on the MSC Poesia
    • Entertainment on the MSC Poesia
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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
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    • 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 6 Guest Reviews

  • Overall
    3.2
  • Cabin
    3.8
  • Dining
    2.8
  • Entertainment
    3
  • Service
    3.7

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, YCL, YC3, YCT, YC1, YIN

    Surface approx. 280 sq. ft. with a balcony that is approx. 43 sq. ft, deck 15BalconySitting area with sofaSpacious WardrobeBathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryerComfortable double or single beds (on request)Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safeAUREA Suite benefits:Priority tender and disembarkationIn-suite espresso machine amenitiesPremium Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, slippers, and bespoke MED Bath amenities)Premium Minibar (first minibar items)Ironing service (2 items per suite)This update applies to all ships with departure dates starting from July 1st, 2025Please note the benefits are subject to change without prior notice.The 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
09 Dec 2025 Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Hamburg,Rotterdam Rotterdam Sold Out
11 Dec 2025 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Le Havre $875
12 Dec 2025 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton Sold Out
14 Dec 2025 Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1615
16 Dec 2025 Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Germany Rotterdam $1105
18 Dec 2025 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Le Havre $1303
19 Dec 2025 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton $1693
21 Dec 2025 Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1833
23 Dec 2025 Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Germany Rotterdam $1583
24 Dec 2025 Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands Zeebrugge Sold Out
26 Dec 2025 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Le Havre $2165
27 Dec 2025 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton $1895
29 Dec 2025 Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $2235
31 Dec 2025 Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Germany Rotterdam $1415
02 Jan 2026 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands Le Havre $857
03 Jan 2026 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, France Southampton Sold Out
05 Jan 2026 Germany, Netherlands, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1257
07 Jan 2026 Netherlands, France, United Kingdom, Germany Rotterdam $677
08 Jan 2026 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Le Havre $795
09 Jan 2026 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton $845
11 Jan 2026 Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1155
13 Jan 2026 Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom, Germany Rotterdam $1423
15 Jan 2026 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands Le Havre $905
16 Jan 2026 United Kingdom, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, France Southampton $885
18 Jan 2026 Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1095
21 Jan 2026 Netherlands, France, United Kingdom, Germany Rotterdam $757
22 Jan 2026 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Le Havre $1035
23 Jan 2026 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton $855
25 Jan 2026 Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1075
27 Jan 2026 Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Hamburg,Rotterdam Rotterdam $965
30 Jan 2026 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton $885
01 Feb 2026 Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, United Kingdom Hamburg $1235
03 Feb 2026 Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Hamburg,Rotterdam Rotterdam $1415
05 Feb 2026 France, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium Le Havre $1125
06 Feb 2026 United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France Southampton $935
08 Feb 2026 Hamburg,Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia Hamburg $2733
08 Feb 2026 Hamburg,Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Hamburg $2239
08 Feb 2026 Hamburg,Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon Hamburg $1823
08 Feb 2026 Hamburg,Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona Hamburg $1807
10 Feb 2026 Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon Rotterdam $1387
10 Feb 2026 Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona Rotterdam $1441
10 Feb 2026 Rotterdam,Zeebrugge,Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia,Valletta Rotterdam $1853
12 Feb 2026 Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille Le Havre $1163
12 Feb 2026 Le Havre,Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia,Valletta Le Havre $1357
13 Feb 2026 Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia,Valletta Southampton $1559
13 Feb 2026 Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia Southampton $1683
13 Feb 2026 Southampton,Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona Southampton $1017
16 Feb 2026 Lisbon,Cadiz,Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia Lisbon Sold Out
19 Feb 2026 Barcelona,Marseille,Civitavecchia,Valletta Barcelona $601
20 Feb 2026 Marseille,Civitavecchia,Valletta Marseille $553
06 Apr 2026 Civitavecchia,Genoa,Marseille,Barcelona,Funchal,Philipsburg,Ocean Cay,Miami Rome (Civitavecchia) $2265
06 Apr 2026 Civitavecchia,Genoa,Marseille,Barcelona,Funchal,Philipsburg,Ocean Rome (Civitavecchia) $5729
06 Apr 2026 Civitavecchia,Genoa,Marseille,Barcelona Rome (Civitavecchia) $1073
06 Apr 2026 Civitavecchia,Genoa,Marseille Rome (Civitavecchia) $355
07 Apr 2026 Genoa,Marseille,Barcelona,Funchal,Philipsburg,Ocean Cay,Miami,Miami Genoa $1507
08 Apr 2026 Marseille,Barcelona,Funchal,Philipsburg,Ocean Cay,Miami,Miami Marseille $2409
09 Apr 2026 Barcelona,Funchal,Philipsburg,Ocean Cay,Miami,Miami Barcelona $1431
23 Apr 2026 Miami,Cartagena,Colon,CTB-Panama Canal,BLB-Panam Canal,Puntarenas,Cabo San Lucas,San Diego Miami Sold Out
23 Apr 2026 Miami,Cartagena,Colon,CTB-Panama Canal,BLB-Panam Canal,Puntarenas,Cabo San Lucas,San Diego,Los Miami $3153
11 May 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1270
18 May 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1550
25 May 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1510
01 Jun 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Icy Strait Hoonah,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1550
08 Jun 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1520
15 Jun 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1560
22 Jun 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1640
29 Jun 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Icy Strait Hoonah,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1580
06 Jul 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1720
13 Jul 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1720
20 Jul 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1760
27 Jul 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Icy Strait Hoonah,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1690
03 Aug 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1640
10 Aug 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1600
17 Aug 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1510
24 Aug 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Icy Strait Hoonah,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1630
31 Aug 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1590
07 Sep 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Icy Strait Hoonah,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1420
14 Sep 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Icy Strait Hoonah,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1450
21 Sep 2026 Seattle,Ketchikan,Sitka,Tracy Arm,Juneau,Victoria,Seattle Seattle $1480
28 Sep 2026 Seattle,Los Angeles,San Diego,Cabo San Lucas,Puntarenas,BLB-Panam Canal,CTB-Panama Seattle $3216
28 Sep 2026 Seattle,Los Angeles,San Diego,Cabo San Lucas,Puntarenas,BLB-Panam Canal,CTB-Panama Seattle $3961
17 Oct 2026 Miami,George Town,Ocho Rios,Miami Miami $774
17 Oct 2026 Miami,George Town,Ocho Rios,Miami,Kralendijk,Oranjestad,Willemstad,Cabo Rojo,Ocho Rios,Miami Miami $2384
22 Oct 2026 Miami,Kralendijk,Oranjestad,Willemstad,Cabo Rojo,Ocho Rios,Miami Miami $1689
22 Oct 2026 Miami,Kralendijk,Oranjestad,Willemstad,Cabo Rojo,Ocho Rios,Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Miami $3492
01 Nov 2026 Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize City,Miami Miami $1882
01 Nov 2026 Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize City,Miami,Charlotte Miami $3492
12 Nov 2026 Miami,Charlotte Amalie,Basseterre,Philipsburg,St John s,San Juan,Puerto Plata,Miami Miami $1689
12 Nov 2026 Miami,Charlotte Amalie,Basseterre,Philipsburg,St John s,San Juan,Puerto Plata,Miami,Ocho Miami $3492
22 Nov 2026 Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize City,Miami Miami $1882
22 Nov 2026 Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize Miami $3492
03 Dec 2026 Miami,Willemstad,Oranjestad,Cabo Rojo,Ocho Rios,George Town,Miami Miami $1689
03 Dec 2026 Miami,Willemstad,Oranjestad,Cabo Rojo,Ocho Rios,George Town,Miami,George Town,Ocho Miami $3299
13 Dec 2026 Miami,George Town,Ocho Rios,Willemstad,Kralendijk,Oranjestad,Miami Miami $1689
13 Dec 2026 Miami,George Town,Ocho Rios,Willemstad,Kralendijk,Oranjestad,Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Miami $4472
23 Dec 2026 Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize City,Miami Miami $2952
23 Dec 2026 Miami,Ocho Rios,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize City,Miami,Montego Miami $4665
03 Jan 2027 Miami,Montego Bay,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize City,Miami Miami $1792
03 Jan 2027 Miami,Montego Bay,Cartagena,Colon,Puerto Limon,Isla de Roatan,Belize Miami $3522
14 Jan 2027 Miami,Willemstad,Oranjestad,Ocho Rios,George Town,Cozumel,Miami Miami $1719

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