MSC Virtuosa
Discover MSC Virtuosa, a ship that has become a firm favourite with guests sailing from the UK. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, lively entertainment and wide choice of dining options, MSC Virtuosa offers a cruise experience that feels social, comfortable and easy to enjoy from the moment you step on board.
The summer 2026 season will be MSC Virtuosa’s final year sailing from Southampton, making it a special opportunity to enjoy one of MSC Cruises’ most popular ships with the convenience of a no-fly departure. Onboard, evenings come alive with impressive shows and live music, while days are shaped around relaxed dining, open deck spaces and time to unwind between ports.
Much loved for its balance of energy and comfort, MSC Virtuosa delivers a great-value cruise experience and a fitting farewell to her UK sailings, combining familiar favourites with memorable itineraries from Southampton.
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
Savannah Aqua Park
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
Activities
Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.
Put on your bowling shoes
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
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
Activities
Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.
Junior CLub Lego
Activities
Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.
Baby Club Chicco
Activities
Polar Aqua park, including three water slides and sport complex, is open from morning to night.
Himalayan Bridge
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
Enjoy five outdoor bars and 16 indoor bars, including the first humanoid Robotic bartender at sea!
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
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
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.
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.
Tropical Pool