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MSC Cruises · Musica class
MSC Poesia
A Musica-class ship from 2008 that added a steakhouse and a sushi bar to the class's two main dining rooms and buffet. Ten bars, three pools, and a size that still fits the smaller Mediterranean ports.
- Guests at double occupancy
- 2,446
- Gross tons per guest
- 37.9
- Launch year
- 2008
- Upcoming departures
- 99
Space ratio measures total ship volume per guest, not cabin size. Departures reflect our catalog, not the line’s full schedule.
What’s included
What’s included on MSC Poesia?
Start with MSC Cruises’s fare benefits. Individual venues and activities vary by ship; check the onboard guide for those details.
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Checked 2026-09-20. Benefits depend on the fare, package and booking offer.
The onboard guide
Get to know the ship
Dining rooms, bars, family spaces and cabin choices, drawn from MSC’s technical sheet dated May 2026.
The date belongs to the source, not a current inspection. Facilities, access and cabin layouts can change by sailing. A missing figure means the source does not establish it.
Dining
What to eat, when to go, and what your fare covers.
| Restaurant | Food | Meals served | Cost & access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butcher's CutDeck 13 | American style steakhouse speciality restaurant | Check the daily programme | Not confirmed |
| Il PalladioDeck 6 | Mediterranean and international dishes | Dinner; other meal service varies by dining room | Included |
| Kaito Sushi BarDeck 7 | Sushi bar | Check the daily programme | Not confirmed |
| Le FontaneDeck 5 | Mediterranean and international dishes | Dinner; other meal service varies by dining room | Included |
| Villa Pompeiana & L'ObeliscoDeck 13 | Self-service buffet, pizzeria | Check the daily programme | Included |
MSC Yacht Club - RestaurantDeck 7More about MSC Yacht Club - RestaurantAccess: MSC Yacht Club | Private restaurant with changing menus | Check the daily programme | Included in Yacht Club Yacht Club guests only |
MSC Yacht Club - Bar & GrillDeck 16More about MSC Yacht Club - Bar & GrillAccess: MSC Yacht Club | Menu details not confirmed | Check the daily programme | Not confirmed Yacht Club guests only |
Meal periods can change between port and sea days. Included covers the regular food offering; premium dishes and drinks may cost extra. Check your sailing for reservations and exact opening times.
Dining sources & service notes
Restaurant names and decks: MSC technical sheet, May 2026. Dining information checked Sep 20, 2026.
Where a dining period or charge has not been established, confirm it in the daily programme or with the restaurant. A venue listed in an earlier ship plan does not establish its current service.
Bars & lounges
| Place & details | Deck | Seats | Area | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bar Smeraldo Pre-dinner bar Source page 4 | 6 | 43 | 190 m² | Not confirmed |
| Giada Bar Pre-dinner bar Source page 4 | 6 | 41 | 190 m² | Not confirmed |
| Il Grappolo D’Oro Wine bar Source page 4 | 7 | 120 | 300 m² | Not confirmed |
| Le Rendez-Vous Bar Reception bar, Coffee bar Source page 4 | 5 | 106 | 400 m² | Not confirmed |
| Mojito Bar Pool bar Source page 4 | 13 | 249 | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| Piraña Bar Bar, ice cream bar Source page 4 | 13 | 108 | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| MSC Yacht Club - Top Sail Lounge Panoramic forward lounge Access: MSC Yacht Club Source page 7 | 13 | 77 | 350 m² | Not confirmed |
Entertainment
| Place & details | Deck | Seats | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pigalle Lounge Conference configuration. Bar, shows, music, dance floor Source pages 3, 4 | 6, 7 | 348 | 850 m² |
| Teatro Carlo Felice Conference configuration. Theatre, shows, conferences Source pages 3, 4 | 6, 7 | 1,125 | 1,249 m² |
| The Zebra Bar Conference configuration. Bar, music, dance floor Source pages 3, 4 | 6 | 325 | 880 m² |
| Bar Dei Poeti Mixology Bar, music, dance floor Source page 4 | 6 | 137 | 500 m² |
| Casino Royal Casino, bar. Casino Bar Includes: Casino Royal - Bar Source page 4 | 7 | 176 | 630 m² |
| Poker Room Game room, Texas Hold’em Source page 4 | 6 | 8 | 50 m² |
| Via Delle Arti Art gallery Source page 4 | 7 | 12 | 200 m² |
Children & families
Age ranges below are those listed by MSC. Check supervision, hours and any activity charges for your sailing.
| Place & details | Deck | Seats | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Club | 14 | Not stated | 68 m² |
| Children Outdoor Pool & Games Outdoor games area with mini-pool Source page 5 | 14 | Not stated | 130 m² |
| Mini & Juniors Club Children area (3-11 years) Ages 3-11 Source page 5 | 14 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Teens & Young Club Teen's area (12-17 years) Ages 12-17 Source page 5 | 14 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Virtual Games Video games room Source page 5 | 14 | 20 | 65 m² |
Pools & sun decks
| Place & details | Deck | Seats | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayo Levantado Pool area Source page 5 | 13 | Not stated | 1,300 m² |
| Coral Bay Pool area Source page 5 | 13 | Not stated | 1,600 m² |
| Top 15 Exclusive Solarium Exclusive solarium for Aurea guests only Access: Aurea guests only Source page 5 | 15 | 90 | 587 m² |
| MSC Yacht Club - Sundeck Whirlpools and solarium Access: MSC Yacht Club Source page 7 | 15, 16 | Not stated | Not stated |
Spa, fitness & sport
| Place & details | Deck | Area | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSC Aurea Spa Spa and treatment facilities. See the individual services below. Facilities within MSC Aurea Spa
 | 13, 14 | 1,160 m² | Not confirmed |
| MSC Gym Powered By Technogym® State of the art cardio equipment, free weights, weight machines and much more Source page 5 | 14 | 507.5 m² | Not confirmed |
| Sport Center Basketball, tennis court, volleyball Source page 5 | 16 | 474 m² | Not confirmed |
Yacht Club services
| Place & details | Deck | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| MSC Yacht Club - Concierge Reception with 24-hour concierge service Access: MSC Yacht Club Source page 7 | 13 | Not confirmed |
Shopping
| Place & details | Deck | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Accessories Shop Bags, belts and leather goods Source page 4 | 6 | 35 m² |
| L’Angolo Dei Poeti Sunglasses, watches and fashion jewellery Source page 4 | 6 | 35 m² |
| Le Parfum Perfumes and cosmetics Source page 4 | 6 | 70 m² |
| Lo Smeraldo Jewellery and deluxe accessories Source page 4 | 6 | 60 m² |
| MSC Logo Shop MSC Logo items and toys Source page 4 | 6 | 60 m² |
| The Hub Photo & Digit@l Photographer and photo gallery Source page 4 | 7 | Not stated |
| Place Vendome Fashion boutique (men, women and kids) Source page 4 | 6 | 120 m² |
| The Mini Mall (Duty Free) Tobaccos, liquors and snacks Shopping: Depends on itinerary and applicable legislation Source page 4 | 6 | 60 m² |
| Timeless Studio Photography Private photo studio offering dedicated consultations and photo sessions Source page 4 | 7 | 40 m² |
Guest services
| Place & details | Deck | Seats | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSC Excursions Excursions office Source page 3 | 6 | 5 | 73 m² |
| MSC Future Cruise Cruise consultant office Source page 3 | 7 | Not stated | Not stated |
| Medical Center Medical centre Source page 3 | 5 | 9 | 230 m² |
| Reception - Guest Service Reception, guest service Source page 3 | 5 | 64 | 250 m² |
| Poesia Meeting Center Conference configuration Source page 3 | 6 | 24 | 35 m² |
Cabins & suites
Compare the category code, approximate interior and balcony sizes, deck range and maximum occupancy. Layouts vary within a category; maximum occupancy does not mean every cabin accommodates that many guests.
| Category | Interior | Balcony | Decks | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
YIN MSC Yacht Club Interior SuiteCabin features
| ≈ 20 m² | Not stated | 14 | 2 guests |
YC1 MSC Yacht Club Deluxe SuiteCabin features
| ≈ 24–30 m² | ≈ 4–6 m² | 15 | 4 guests |
YCL MSC Yacht Club Two-Room Grand SuiteCabin features
| ≈ 28 m² | ≈ 9 m² | 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 | 4 guests |
YC3 MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite With Whirlpool BathCabin features
| ≈ 47 m² | ≈ 78 m² | 15 | 5 guests |
| BA Deluxe Balcony AureaSource pages 9, 13 | ≈ 18 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 9, 10, 11 | 4 guests |
| BP Deluxe Balcony With Partial ViewSource pages 9, 13 | ≈ 18 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 12 | 4 guests |
| BR2 Deluxe BalconySource pages 9, 13 | ≈ 15 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 10, 11, 12 | 2 guests |
| BL2 Premium BalconySource pages 9, 13 | ≈ 18 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 10, 11, 12 | 4 guests |
| BL1 Premium BalconySource pages 9, 13 | ≈ 18 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 8, 9 | 4 guests |
BR1 Deluxe BalconyCabin features
| ≈ 15 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 8, 9 | 2 guests |
| OR1 Deluxe Ocean ViewSource pages 10, 13 | ≈ 16 m² | Not stated | 5 | 4 guests |
| OR2 Deluxe Ocean ViewSource pages 10, 13 | ≈ 16 m² | Not stated | 8 | 4 guests |
OO Deluxe Ocean View With Obstructed ViewCabin features
| ≈ 16 m² | Not stated | 8 | 4 guests |
IR2 Deluxe InteriorCabin features
| ≈ 14 m² | Not stated | 12, 13, 14 | 4 guests |
| IR1 Deluxe InteriorSource pages 11, 13 | ≈ 14 m² | Not stated | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 | 4 guests |
Beds & connecting cabins
These are the general rules in this edition. Category-specific occupancy and accessible-cabin arrangements must be confirmed separately.
- All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds, except in cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility (H).
- 3rd bed is available in all categories except MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite.
- 4th bed is available in all categories except MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite.
- The sheet describes combining 2 connecting cabins based on the ship class.
Facilities by cabin category
- YIN, YC1, YCL, YC3: Interactive TV; Telephone; Safe; Minibar; Air conditioning; Wi-Fi listed as included in this edition.
- BA, BP, BR2, BL2, BL1, BR1: Interactive TV; Telephone; Safe; Minibar; Air conditioning; Hairdryer; Wi-Fi available for a fee in this edition.
- OR1, OR2, OO: Interactive TV; Telephone; Safe; Minibar; Air conditioning; Hairdryer; Wi-Fi available for a fee in this edition.
- IR2, IR1: Interactive TV; Telephone; Safe; Minibar; Air conditioning; Hairdryer; Wi-Fi available for a fee in this edition.
A minibar in the room does not mean its contents are included. Fare benefits can differ from those in this edition.
Accessibility
MSC lists 17 accessible cabins in this edition. The adapted variants below have their own dimensions. Standard-category occupancy is not assumed for an accessible cabin.
These are MSC’s published statements, not an independent suitability assessment. Confirm the exact cabin, clear door widths, bathroom layout, assistance and evacuation arrangements before booking.
| Category | Interior | Balcony | Decks | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YC1 MSC Yacht Club Deluxe SuiteSource page 12 | ≈ 28 m² | ≈ 12 m² | 15 | Confirm |
| YIN MSC Yacht Club interior suiteSource page 12 | ≈ 20 m² | Not stated | 14 | Confirm |
| OR2 Deluxe Ocean ViewSource page 12 | ≈ 19 m² | Not stated | 8 | Confirm |
| BL2 Premium BalconySource page 12 | ≈ 28 m² | ≈ 7 m² | 15 | Confirm |
| BR1 Deluxe BalconySource page 12 | ≈ 28 m² | ≈ 5 m² | 9 | Confirm |
| IR2 Deluxe InteriorSource page 12 | ≈ 21 m² | Not stated | 12, 13, 14 | Confirm |
| IR1 Deluxe InteriorSource page 12 | ≈ 21 m² | Not stated | 8, 9, 10, 11 | Confirm |
Published accessibility details
Generic floor-space measurements use a different scope from category sizes above. They are retained separately.
- Cabin door width
- 82 cm
- Bathroom door width
- 91,50 cm
- Size of cabin (floor space)
- From ≈ 14 m2 to ≈ 23 m2
- Size of bathroom
- 4 m2
- Is there a fold-down seat in the shower?
- Yes
- Height of seat from the floor
- 45 cm
- Does the WC seat have grab rails?
- Yes
- Are wheelchairs available on board?
- In limited numbers
- Are all decks/public areas accessible?
- No access to deck 15 and deck 16 Aft.
- Are all lifeboats wheelchair-accessible?
- No
- Do the lifts have deck indicators?
- Visual, Audio & Braille
Only for embarkation, disembarkation and emergencies.
In the event of an emergency, dedicated personnel will help guests with disabilities or reduced mobility to board lifeboats.
Source page 12Decks & Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is listed in public areas.
MSC for Me app functions use the onboard Wi-Fi without an internet package. General internet access is separate.
- Deck 4
- Boccaccio
- Deck 5
- Petrarca
- Deck 6
- Dante
- Deck 7
- Manzoni
- Deck 8
- Tasso
- Deck 9
- Ungaretti
- Deck 10
- Carducci
- Deck 11
- D’Annunzio
- Deck 12
- Leopardi
- Deck 13
- Foscolo
- Deck 14
- Pascoli
- Deck 15
- Alfieri
- Deck 16
- Sport
Deck names and category ranges are provided for orientation. Individual cabin positions, connecting doors and bed configurations must be checked on the applicable deck plan.
More specifications from this edition
- Length
- 293.8 m
- Height
- 59.64 m
- Guest decks
- 13.0
- Lifts, total
- 13.0
- Maximum speed
- 23.0 knots
- Whirlpools listed
- 9.0
- Cabin voltage
- 110 / 220 V
Source: MSC technical sheet, May 2026. Page numbers throughout refer to this edition.
What there is aboard
Counted from the line’s own figures. A blank is a figure we do not have, never a zero.
- Places to eat
- 5
- Bars
- 10
- Pools
- 3
- Decks
- 16
The ship itself
- Space ratio
- 37.9
- Guests per crew
- 2.35
- Passengers (double)
- 2,446
- Passengers (max)
- 3,223
- Crew
- 1,039
- Cabins
- 1,223
- Gross tonnage
- 92,627
- Length
- 293.8 m
- Beam
- 32.2 m
- Built
- 2,008
Space ratio is gross tons per lower-berth passenger; higher is roomier. Guests per crew member: lower is more attentive. Places to eat excludes bars. From MSC's own technical sheet dated May 2026. The line publishes only the maximum passenger count, so the lower-berth figure here is cabins times two.
MSC Poesia, to scale
MSC Poesia is 293.8 m long (964 ft): 2.7 American football fields end to end, and 25 m longer than the Titanic.
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An outline from the published length and beam, not a deck plan.
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Where she sails
43 itineraries in the catalog
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- Miami, Miami21 nights · 14 ports
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