MSC Virtuosa at Sea

MSC Virtuosa

Discover MSC Virtuosa

MSC Virtuosa is one of MSC Cruises' Meraviglia Plus Class ships, combining large-scale facilities with a lively onboard atmosphere and plenty of choice for families, couples and groups. At the heart of the ship is Galleria Virtuosa, an indoor promenade beneath an impressive LED dome, surrounded by restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment.

Elsewhere onboard, highlights range from extensive pool areas and family facilities to Carousel Productions at Sea and the futuristic MSC Starship Club, where Rob, the first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, serves drinks as part of an immersive entertainment experience.

After several seasons sailing from the UK, MSC Virtuosa continues her Southampton programme during 2026, with short breaks, Northern Europe voyages and longer cruises available. Explore our MSC Cruises from Southampton to discover Virtuosa sailings and the ships taking over MSC's UK programme in future seasons.

MSC Virtuosa - Galleria Virtuosa Promenade Hola! Tacos & Cantina LED dome

Galleria Virtuosa

Stroll beneath the spectacular LED dome of Galleria Virtuosa, a lively indoor promenade filled with restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment.

MSC Virtuosa - MSC Starship Club Rob the robotic bartender

MSC Starship Club

Meet Rob, the first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, at MSC Starship Club, an immersive futuristic bar and entertainment experience unlike anything else onboard.

MSC Virtuosa - Doremiland Bench LEGO kids club

Family Fun

From one of the largest waterparks at sea to dedicated kids' clubs and family activities, MSC Virtuosa offers plenty to keep every generation entertained.

Cabins & Suites on MSC Virtuosa

MSC Virtuosa offers accommodation ranging from comfortable Interior and Ocean View cabins to Balcony cabins and spacious suites, with options designed for couples, families and guests looking for additional space. With more than 2,400 cabins across the ship, there is a broad choice of locations and categories to consider.

For a more exclusive experience, MSC Yacht Club offers a private ship-within-a-ship setting with dedicated suites, its own restaurant and lounges, a private pool area and 24-hour butler service. Guests can enjoy the privacy and personalised service of Yacht Club while retaining access to everything available across MSC Virtuosa.

Ship facts

Maiden voyage2021
Guests6297
Crew1700
Decks19
Width
43
m
Length
331
m
Size
181000
GT
Speed
23
kn

MSC Virtuosa

Hang out by the pool, experience illusions displayed on the promenade’s gigantic digital dome roof, visit the amusement park or see a dazzling Broadway number. During a cruise onboard MSC Virtuosa you can choose from a broad range of activities for the whole family.

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!
Carousel Productions at sea

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

Carousel Productions at sea

Carousel Productions at sea

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

Carousel Productions at sea

Galleria Virtuosa

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

Galleria Virtuosa

Virtuosa Bar & Lounge

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

Virtuosa Bar & Lounge

Red Gem Casino

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

Red Gem Casino

L´atelier Bar & Art

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

L´atelier Bar & Art

Attic Club

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

Attic Club

MSC Yacht Club

Entertainment

Experience Carousel Productions At Sea - a dazzling new show combining acrobatics, dance, and live music exclusively for MSC Cruises, with stunning sounds, lights, and effects that pull you right into the action. Onboard entertainment offers more thrills, from glamorous casino nights and MSC Formula Racer excitement to immersive 4D cinema and bowling fun with family and friends. Unforgettable moments await on every deck!

MSC Yacht Club

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.
Atmosphere pool

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Atmosphere pool

Savannah Aqua Park

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Savannah Aqua Park

The 300 feet long street full of shops, bars and restaurants under a 500 square feet LED screen

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

The 300 feet long street full of shops, bars and restaurants under a 500 square feet LED screen

Put on your bowling shoes

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Put on your bowling shoes

4D cinema – feel like you are part of the movie

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

4D cinema – feel like you are part of the movie

Children’s and youth clubs in collaboration with Lego

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Children’s and youth clubs in collaboration with Lego

Junior CLub Lego

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Junior CLub Lego

Baby Club Chicco

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Baby Club Chicco

Himalayan Bridge

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Himalayan Bridge

Teen Lab

Activities

Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.

Teen Lab

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!
Great Mexican food at Hola! Tacos & Cantina

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

Great Mexican food at Hola! Tacos & Cantina

Indochine restaurant - a delicious take on the Vietnamese classics with a French twist

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

Indochine restaurant - a delicious take on the Vietnamese classics with a French twist

The sushi and teppanyaki restaurant Kaito

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

The sushi and teppanyaki restaurant Kaito

Minuetto Restaurant

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

Minuetto Restaurant

Il Campo

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

Il Campo

Genuine Italian “gelato”

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

Genuine Italian “gelato”

Enjoy five outdoor bars and 16 indoor bars, including the first humanoid Robotic bartender at sea!

Food & Drink

Expect to enjoy a wide range of Mediterranean food experiences - a choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste!

Enjoy five outdoor bars and 16 indoor bars, including the first humanoid Robotic bartender at sea!

The pool deck where films screen under starry skies

Body & Soul

Unwind in the MSC Aurea with a rejuvenating sauna, a traditional Balinese massage, or indulge in advanced beauty treatments. Then, head to the pool deck, where you’ll find two expansive areas featuring some of the largest pools at sea, offering ample space for relaxation and stunning views.

The pool deck where films screen under starry skies

The pool with retractable roof

Body & Soul

Unwind in the MSC Aurea with a rejuvenating sauna, a traditional Balinese massage, or indulge in advanced beauty treatments. Then, head to the pool deck, where you’ll find two expansive areas featuring some of the largest pools at sea, offering ample space for relaxation and stunning views.

The pool with retractable roof

Spa relaxation

Body & Soul

Unwind in the MSC Aurea with a rejuvenating sauna, a traditional Balinese massage, or indulge in advanced beauty treatments. Then, head to the pool deck, where you’ll find two expansive areas featuring some of the largest pools at sea, offering ample space for relaxation and stunning views.

Spa relaxation

Body & Soul

Unwind in the MSC Aurea with a rejuvenating sauna, a traditional Balinese massage, or indulge in advanced beauty treatments. Then, head to the pool deck, where you’ll find two expansive areas featuring some of the largest pools at sea, offering ample space for relaxation and stunning views.
MSC Yacht Club

Body & Soul

Unwind in the MSC Aurea with a rejuvenating sauna, a traditional Balinese massage, or indulge in advanced beauty treatments. Then, head to the pool deck, where you’ll find two expansive areas featuring some of the largest pools at sea, offering ample space for relaxation and stunning views.

MSC Yacht Club

Tropical Pool

Body & Soul

Unwind in the MSC Aurea with a rejuvenating sauna, a traditional Balinese massage, or indulge in advanced beauty treatments. Then, head to the pool deck, where you’ll find two expansive areas featuring some of the largest pools at sea, offering ample space for relaxation and stunning views.

Tropical Pool

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