Musica Class
MSC Magnifica is thoughtfully designed for longer voyages, offering almost exclusively balcony cabins and exceptionally generous indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests can enjoy a range of water facilities, including an indoor pool ideal for all-weather relaxation, as well as dedicated kids' areas, restaurants where personalised service enhance every dining experience, along with a theatre presenting a spectacular show every evening.
MSC Magnifica is thoughtfully designed for longer voyages, offering almost exclusively balcony cabins and exceptionally generous indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests can enjoy a range of water facilities, including an indoor pool ideal for all-weather relaxation, as well as dedicated kids' areas, restaurants where personalised service enhance every dining experience, along with a theatre presenting a spectacular show every evening.
Masterfully combining variety with luxury, MSC Magnifica is introducing a brand-new MSC Yacht Club, launching in Summer 2026. This exceptional remodelling opens the way for an elevated and exclusive onboard experience where privacy meets exclusivity, where every detail is crafted to exceed your highest expectations.
This is a captivating new chapter in the story of a much-loved ship: a brand-new MSC Yacht Club, an upgraded wellness offering with a new MSC Aurea Spa and a reimagined gym.
MSC Magnifica lives up to her name – she offers a cruise that’s memorably magnificent.
Launch Year:
2010
Gross Tonnage:
95,128
Length:
293.0 m
Passenger Capacity:
3,223
Crew Members:
987
Number of Decks:
13
Total Cabins:
1,259
Beam (Width)
32.2 m
Cruising Speed
22 knots
Wheelchair Accessible
16 cabins
Embrace the charm of life at sea aboard the MSC Magnifica
Enjoy spacious designer décor with premium amenities including Dorelan beds, a bathroom with a bathtub and/or shower, and all superior comforts.
Choose from a wide variety of elegant accommodation, including suites, ocean-view balcony cabins and even connected balcony cabins for families.
Discover the brand-new luxury MSC Yacht Club suites, lavishly appointed suites launching in summer 2026.
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
Important : this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
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Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
Master bedroom with a queen size bed which can be converted into 2 single beds (on request)
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
Benefits
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
MSC Yacht Club Grand Suites adapted for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility feauture:
All MSC Yacht Club Grand Suites include:
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
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Benefits
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Enjoy a luxurious and unforgettable cruise with 24-Hour Butler service, dedicated concierge, Premium Extra Drink, Internet packages and a world of more privileges.
Features
Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
Important: this suite will be available starting from Summer 2026
Make your cruise memorable enjoying an elegant suite with more living space, a large private balcony, and exclusive benefits.
Benefits
Important: this suite will be available available up to Summer 2026
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Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
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Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
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Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
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The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Relax and enjoy the sun and the sea breeze from the comfort of your private balcony.
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Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.
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The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.
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The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Enjoy the view of the Ocean from your comfortable and elegant cabin.
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The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.
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The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The comfort and elegance you need to enjoy your cruise.
Features
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Enjoy Our Finest Cruise Dining
Combining traditional craftsmanship with ground-breaking design, the dining venues on MSC Magnifica include 4 restaurants and 1 buffet serving food from around the world.
Cuisine: continental
Type: complimentary
Quattro Venti, located on Deck 6, boasts a top gastronomic selection thanks to the variety of dishes and the high quality of the foods, from choice Italian meats, scrupulously controlled, to fresh fruit. Every product is fresh and carefully handled, such as bread baked on board with the passion and knowledge of the most distinctive boulangerie. Dishes range from traditional and tasty Mediterranean fare, to the most refined international recipes.
Cuisine: continental
Type: complimentary
Located on deck 5, serving a wide variety of dishes, prepared by hand with the freshest ingredients, there's a great variety of choice to be had in the restaurants . One of two main dining rooms onboard, guests will find everything from freshly baked bread, to Italian and Mediterranean styled food here.
Cuisine: asian
Type: cover
Our Asian restaurant offers authentic Japanese, Chinese and Thai dishes in an informal atmosphere. A tempting range of oriental cuisine including nigiri, sashimi, maki, temaki, dim sum, dumplings, rolls, wonton, noodles, shrimps and chicken satay, pad thai and much more.
Cuisine: buffet
Type: complimentary
Sahara can accommodate 472 guests and is located on deck 13. It is the ship's self service buffet restaurant serving breakfast and lunch in a casual environment. It features an omelette station, a sandwich bar, pasta station and a grill that serves hamburgers, hot dogs, and other favourites along with a desserts section.
Open from 6.30am for an Early Birds Coffee, the breakfast buffet is served between 7.00am and 10.00am. Lunch is served between 11.30am and 3.30pm and afternoon tea from 4.15 to 5.00pm.
During the cruise a number of midnight buffets are served from 11.30pm to 12.30am in a variety of locations, including the Sahara Cafeteria, such as a Mediterranean Buffet.
Pizzeria
Part of the Sahara Cafeteria on deck 13 becomes a pizzeria at night, from 7.00pm to 10.30pm and serves a selection of pizzas and calzone for a small charge.
Cuisine: ice_cream
Type: cover
Situated on deck 13, The gelato comes in a wide variety of around 16 different flavours from vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, pineapple and coffee to pistachio, kiwi and lemon.
Cuisine: surf_turf
Type: cover
With panoramic sea views L’Oasi on Deck 13 within the Sahara Cafeteria, seating 250 guests, offers a gourmet three-course à la carte meal using typical Mediterranean ingredients with a twist with a menu introduced by acclaimed Italian seafood chef Mauro Uliassi.
Examples of dishes on offer include Duck Foie Gras, Scallops, swordfish and smoked duck breast, Chilled Cucumber and Mint Velouté, Seared Monkfish Medallions, and New York Strip Steak.
L’Oasi opens for dinner only from 6.00pm until midnight.
Cuisine: casual
Type: cover
The ship's Sports Bar, L’Olimpiade, is located on deck 7 and seats 120. It serves an à la carte menu between 10.00am to 1.00am, featuring Steamed shrimp cocktail, Fish & Chips, Buffalo Chicken Wings, and Salad.
Other items range from Italian flat bread with Parma ham and mozzarella, Italian Gragnano bread filled with sausage, mushrooms and cheese and prawn curry to French baguette with ham, cheese, egg and salad, mini hamburgers, Spanish, German, Turkish and Chinese dishes.
Cuisine: international
Type: complimentary
The MSC Yacht Club Restaurant is an exclusive and private venue reserved only for you. Embark on a culinary journey and delight in gourmet creations. From à la carte menus with premium Mediterranean and international cuisine to a dedicated team of international chefs sourcing local premium products, everything is thought to tantalise your taste buds. Our dedicated sommelier will be pleased to advise a food & wine pairing experience and to present the wide selection of wines.
Evening entertainment is varied and includes a spectacular casino, disco, 4D cinema, cigar lounge, plush 1,200 seat theatre and live music in the bar lounges If you prefer a quieter evening, just step out onto the deck for a romantic drink under the stars.
BARS & LOUNGES
To offer guests a memorable drink experience, the 11 themed bars and lounges on board serve a top selection of fine wines and international beers as well as classic cocktails, premium spirits and a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages and snacks.
You’d normally have to travel to New York to see top-end shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theatres you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous programme, there’s sure to be a show you love.
With a live DJ and open from 11.00pm until late, the ship's disco located on deck 14 and served by its own bar. It has seating for 172 guests.
Our casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.
The 220 seat Piano Bar on deck 6 is the ship's reception bar, featuring live piano music and accompanying orchestra.
Magnifica’s Coffee Bar is located on deck 5, midship with seating for 142 guests and music ranging from Latin to classical, drinks on offer range from chilled liquor based coffees such as Espresso Martini, American Style Coffee, Cappuccino and Hot Chocolate.
The Ships cocktail bars are the ideal location for guests to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail with live musical entertainment.
They are located on deck 6 with seating for up to 45 guests in each bar.
The ship's smoking room and whiskey bar is situated on deck 7 and seats 32 guests.
The Cigar Lounge offers elegant surroundings with leather settees and armchairs for guests to relax on and enjoy a cigar accompanied by a drink selected from the range of fine spirits on offer.
The ship's small library and reading room are located on deck 7, with seats for 15 guests. It has a small selection of books in a variety of languages for guests to borrow. It also contains a number of board games for guests' use.
The Art Gallery can be found on deck 7 of the ship. Guests can view a range of artwork from fine prints, lithographs, water colours and oils which can be purchased during the ship's champagne art auctions.
The Cyber Cafe located on deck 7.
The ship's card room is located on deck 7.
The Tiger Bar is the ship's second show lounge served by its own bar and dance floor.
It is situated on deck 6 with seating for 477 guests.
Entertainment and activities range from bingo, seminars, Italian lessons and salsa dance classes to audience participation game shows, karaoke and international dance music.
L'Ametista Lounge is located on deck 7 of the Magnifica and has its own bar and dance floor along with seating for 330 guests.
It is a large cabaret style lounge with live shows and bands for guests' entertainment.
Visit our on-board 4D Cinema* for a chance to enter a world of adventure without having to leave the comfort of your seat. Enjoy a unique cinematic experience, full of surprising features and visual effects.
Ten pin bowling is available in T32 aft of deck 14.
The bowling alley is designed for maximum entertainment and impact, including a traditional-looking bowling surface made of a tough phenol compound which allows guests to enjoy a game without changing shoes. The alleys are scaled down to work within the area and the bowls themselves are smaller than usual, making them more manageable for youngsters.
The alley also incorporates two large LCD electronic screens featuring interactive videogame animations with a choice of Ten Pin Tour and Turkey Shoot.
For a bit of quiet time on board your ship, check out the Billiard Room & Library to play a civilised game or read in peace amid a haven of tranquility and calm. With the clicking of the balls and low-key conversations as the only sounds you’ll hear, it’s the ideal place to unwind.
Il Bar del Sole can be found on deck 16.
While away a few enjoyable hours of game play at the Arcade on board the ship. Pit your wits and skill against those of your friends in any number of typical arcade options, including video games, pinball and more. Great fun guaranteed.
PHOTO SHOP
Smile! Our professional team of photographers constantly roam the ship, capturing wonderful memories every day. Be sure to stroll through the Photo Gallery daily, so you don’t miss one of their great shots of you and your loved ones enjoying your cruise.
PHOTO GALLERY
Don’t forget to explore the All-Inclusive Digital Photo Package, which includes digital files of all the photos taken by our professional photographers on board. Digital photos are available for download only during your cruise. Keep in mind, once you disembark, downloading your photos won't be possible.
TIMELESS STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHY
A dedicated Studio Photographer will provide you with a unique photo opportunity to capture the special moments of your cruise. During a private consultation you will be presented with the best locations around the ship so you can choose where your photoshoot will take place. Every photo will be taken with top of the line equipment by our highly-skilled, studio photographer using creative lighting techniques. Pictures are printed on premium photo paper. After your session choose from our different packages and take home lasting memories. Timeless Studio photos are only available to purchase onboard during your cruise. They can not be download online or purchase after your cruise ends.
PHOTO GALLERY
The ship's Photo Gallery on deck 7, displays photos and videos of guests taken by the ship's official photographers which guests can purchase if they wish to. Guests can also have portraits taken with a selection of backdrops or locations throughout the ship.
MSC LOGO SHOP
Infuse your cruise with gifts that spark magical memories of your voyage across the waves! Navigate the MSC Logo Shop for everything from gadgets to books and novelty gifts! You’ll also find MSC’s very own DOREMI Mascot right here in the MSC Shop.
JEWELLERY
A wonderland of all that sparkles; showcasing designs in gold, silver, precious and semi-precious stones and watches.
You’ll love the wide choice of jewellery, perfect as a special gift or to treat yourself, and at prices that will put an extra sparkle in your eye.
DUTY FREE
Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*.
You can choose between top-flight international tobacco products, technology products, fine wines, chocolate, make up and travel essentials.
Our expert staff can provide you with all the help you need to make the perfect choice.
* We always give you the lowest tax and duty-free prices applicable in accordance with local legislation
FASHION BOUTIQUE
Browse the latest collections for men, women and children, plus an array of accessories for all tastes. Enjoy the expert guidance of our staff, here to help you find something for the special people in your life, whatever their age and taste!
ACCESSORIES
Top Italian brands such as Armani, Coccinelle, Furla and Fusaro feature alongside international names like Radley London, Calvin Klein, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren.
Here you are sure to find serious sartorial inspiration for bags and accessories!
The Reception can be found on Deck 5
MSC Factor
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a star in our on-board talent competition, The MSC Factor? Then come and showcase what you can do in the most exciting talent show at sea. Whatever your specific talent may be, don’t be shy – come and show the world what it’s been missing.
Beer Festival
Fun-packed festive celebrations with a Bavarian flair - decorations, costumes, games, music and of course beer. There’s even a Master of Beer competition and a 6-metre-tall inflatable beer mug.
Sailaway Party
A start-of-the-cruise event celebrating the ship's departure, led by the Entertainment Team and Dancers in a spectacular Costume Parade.
Masterchef
The world's best-loved food show awaits you on the MSC Cruises fleet! Experience the adrenaline-fuelled creativity of an extraordinary on-board cooking competition for adults and junior guests.
Theme Parties
We organise various daytime and evening Theme Parties on board. You may wish to bring bright fun clothes for the Sunshine Party and something white for the White Party.
Can a day trip last a lifetime? With our incredible range of shore excursions, they can. Whether you prefer adventure, nature, culture, or history, you can create lifelong memories for yourself and the whole family. Discover the rich backgrounds of your destinations with a Culture & History excursion, experience breathtaking views on a Scenic Route, get an adrenaline hit with an Active & Adventure tour, relax in the beauty of Natural Wonders, kick back in a Sea & Sun’s Relax, enjoy a Something Special experience.
We’ve also created the Excursions Explorer Package, MSC Bike Adventours, and MSC PROTECTOURS –a series of environmentally conscious excursions – all of which are attentively selected (available on specific MSC Cruises itineraries).
Don’t miss the opportunity to unveil hidden gems with exclusive MSC Yacht Club Excursions. As an esteemed MSC Yacht Club guest, you'll have the opportunity to explore hidden wonders through our curated excursions. These unforgettable experiences, guided by local experts, transcend the bounds of ordinary travel, offering a unique and authentic window into each destination.
An MSC Cruise is not just a chance to travel and explore – it’s also a chance to relax, feel healthy, and look your best. Unwind with a soothing sauna, relax with a traditional Balinese massage, or treat yourself to a high-tech beauty treatment during your cruise in our MSC Aurea Spa.
SPA & BEAUTY
Feeling healthy and looking your best is a part of the MSC Cruises experience. Try something new, like high-tech beauty treatments, a soothing sauna or enjoy a Balinese massage. Book now one of our spa packages and take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.
Please note:
In order to grant the best experience to our guests, all Thermal Area experiences are available by appointment only.
Pregnant guests are not permitted to use any heat treatments within the Thermal Area.
SPORT & FITNESS
A voyage with MSC Cruises brings you the leisure time and the facilities to maintain and build your fitness thanks to a wide choice of Sports Facilities and a state-of-the art Sports Centre with fabulous sea views. You can admire the panorama, burn off calories and keep in shape. Whether you prefer to train alone, love a workout in company or live to compete, you’ll find just what you need.
MSC family cruises are designed for parents and children to enjoy fun times together and quality time separately. That's why we’re proud to have built a renowned reputation as a company that knows how to create the best cruises for kids.
Today we continue to deliver on that reputation by paying extra attention to the needs of children, tweens, teens and their parents: so book your cruise and immerse in a World of Discovery!
Your cruise experience is at the centre of everything we do. To help make your holiday with us truly memorable, we give you the chance to tailor your experience to your needs and desires. For example, you can either leave the choice of cabin to us and benefit from the best rates available, or choose your own ideal cabin and location, while enjoying extra flexibility and additional benefits to make your cruise even more special.
SERVICE CHARGES / GRATUITIES
Service Charge / Gratuities are included in the cruise fare.
TIPS
MSC Cruises does not recommend tipping individual members of staff.
