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MSC Musica

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77 upcoming departures  ·  77 itineraries

MSC Musica is a 3,223-guest MSC Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2006. This page lists 77 upcoming departures across 77 itineraries in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Families wanting supervised children’s clubs ✓ Travelers who prefer a traditional theatre-and-lounge layout ✓ Guests seeking many balcony cabin choices
77 itineraries · from $349 ● Where is it now?
Class Musica class
Built / Refurb 2006 / 2019
Gross Tonnage 92,409
Guests 3,223
Crew 987
Length 293.8 m
Beam 32.2 m
Decks 16
Cabins 1,014
Max speed 22.0 kn
Flag Panama
Guests per crew 3.3
Space ratio 29

MSC Musica at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 74%

A mid-size ship at 92,409 gross tons — #146 of 566 ships we track. 29 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Families wanting supervised children’s clubs
  • Travelers who prefer a traditional theatre-and-lounge layout
  • Guests seeking many balcony cabin choices
  • Passengers interested in a late-2026 Yacht Club option
  • Cruisers who enjoy pool-deck and sports facilities

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking a very large modern resort ship
  • Passengers wanting extensive rides or water attractions
  • Guests requiring many solo-studio choices
  • Cruisers seeking numerous included specialty restaurants
  • Travelers wanting a quiet ship with little evening entertainment

Live Position ● 54 minutes ago

Heading to: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
15.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About MSC Musica

MSC Musica is the lead ship of MSC Cruises’ Musica class, combining a traditional European design with broad public spaces, multiple restaurants, lounges, a casino and a large theater. Its central foyer features a waterfall and suspended glass piano, while the ship’s layout provides a substantial range of indoor and outdoor venues without the scale of MSC’s newest mega-ships. The ship is a practical fit for travelers who prefer a mid-sized vessel with varied entertainment and family facilities.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
MSC Cruises
Builder / shipyard
Aker Yards, Saint-Nazaire, France (now Chantiers de l’Atlantique)
Registry / flag
Panama (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
3EFK6
IMO number
9320087
MMSI
352003000

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The three-level central foyer, Teatro La Scala, Sanremo Casino, Crystal Lounge and Q32 disco are signature spaces. The ship also offers three pools, whirlpools and a sports deck.

For families

Family facilities include a children’s indoor playroom, outdoor children’s pool and games area, Space Trip, virtual games, and separate children’s and teens’ programming.

Pools, spa & wellness

MSC Aurea Spa, fitness facilities, pools and whirlpools provide the main wellness and recreation options.

Accessibility

The ship’s technical sheet identifies 17 cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility.

Environmental features

The technical sheet identifies an energy-saving and monitoring system as the ship’s environmental technology.

Deck plans

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Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 6

Il Tucano Lounge Blue Velvet Bar The Golden Bar The Diamond Bar Teatro La Scala Belle Epoque Restaurant Via Montenapoleone Boutique The Diamond Jewelry MSC Travel Agency Le Parfum Cosmetic Shop The Mini Mall Accessories Shop MSC Planet Logo Shop L'Angolo dell'Oggetto Sala Viola Deluxe Interior

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official MSC Musica deck plans from MSC Cruises →

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeSizeBalconySleepsDecks
Deluxe InteriorThe operator also lists the broader Interior category; booking experience and fare codes are not separate physical cabin types. Inside approximately 151 sq ft — — 5-11
Deluxe Ocean ViewWindow with sea view. Oceanview approximately 172 sq ft — — 5
Deluxe Ocean View with obstructed viewOperator-listed ocean-view category with an obstructed view. Oceanview approximately 172 sq ft — — 8
Deluxe BalconyAlso listed under standard Balcony stateroom types. Balcony approximately 161 sq ft approximately 54 sq ft — 8-9

Compare all 12 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

17 included 9 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

L’Oleandro Restaurant Included
Deck 5
A main dining restaurant listed on the ship map.
Le Maxim’s Restaurant Included
A main dining restaurant on Brillante deck.
Gli Archi Buffet Restaurant Included
Deck 13
A buffet restaurant serving included meals.
Il Giardino Buffet Restaurant Included
A second buffet restaurant on the upper public deck.
Kaito Sushi Bar Extra cost
Deck 7
A specialty sushi restaurant scheduled as part of the late-2026 refurbishment.
MSC Yacht Club Restaurant Extra cost
Deck 7
A private restaurant reserved for MSC Yacht Club guests and announced for the late-2026 refurbishment.
Butcher’s Cut Extra cost
Deck 13
A specialty steakhouse scheduled to be added during the late-2026 refurbishment.

Bars & lounges

Crystal Lounge Varies
Deck 7
A lounge with a bar and live music.
Havana Club Varies
A cigar lounge and bar.
Il Tucano Lounge Varies
Deck 6
A lounge with a stage and live-band performances.
L’enoteca Wine Bar Varies
Deck 7
A wine bar serving wines by the glass and bottle.
Blue Velvet Bar Varies
Deck 6
A named bar on Brillante deck.
The Golden Bar Varies
Deck 6
A bar serving coffee and cocktails.
The Diamond Bar Varies
Deck 6
A piano bar and cocktail venue.
Bar della Cascata Varies
Deck 5
A bar located near the central waterfall area.
Blue Marlin Bar Varies
Deck 13
An outdoor pool-deck bar.
Laguna Bar Varies
Deck 13
A poolside bar beside La Spiaggia Pool Area.
Spa Bar Varies
A bar associated with the Aurea Spa area.
Top Sail Lounge Extra cost
Deck 13
A private lounge with a bar and light food service for MSC Yacht Club guests.
MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar Extra cost
Deck 16
A private outdoor grill and bar on the Yacht Club sundeck.

All 37 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2006Entered service, built by Aker Yards, Saint-Nazaire, France (now Chantiers de l’Atlantique).
  2. 2019A major dry-dock project renovated cabins and public areas and added technical and environmental upgrades.
  3. 2024A scheduled Palumbo Malta dry dock covered routine maintenance, technical work, inspections and refurbishment work.
  4. 2026A late-2026 refurbishment is adding 63 MSC Yacht Club suites and private facilities, Butcher’s Cut, a new Kaito Sushi Bar, upgraded spa and fitness facilities, and refreshed public areas.

Other Musica class ships

MSC Orchestra MSC Cruises · 2007 MSC Poesia MSC Cruises · 2008 MSC Magnifica MSC Cruises · 2010

Where MSC Musica sails, month by month

Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27		 Oct
27
South America 4 9 5 0 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
Mediterranean 0 0 0 0 0 17 0 0 0 0 0 4
From / night $118 $106 $100 0 $87 $64 0 0 0 0 0 $77

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in March 2028 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Rio de Janeiro53× Buzios41× Marseille40× Valencia39× Genoa33× Santos28× Ilhabela23× Itajai23× Salvador de Bahia23× Paranaguá21× Ilha Grande20× Civitavecchia19×

Explore This Ship

Jump from MSC Musica sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

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Itineraries & Sailings

13 Nights

13 Nights Europe Cruise

South America
From $1,734 · $133/night
Ports of Call
Lisbon (Cascais) Portugal, Funchal (Madeira Is) Portugal, Salvador Brazil, Ilheus Brazil +2 more
Next: Nov 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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13 Nights

13 Nights South America Cruise

Mediterranean
From $984 · $76/night
Ports of Call
Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Maceio Brazil, Las Palmas de GCanaria (Canary Is) Spain, Tarragona Spain
Next: Apr 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Europe Cruise

South America
From $979 · $70/night
Ports of Call
Lisbon (Cascais) Portugal, Funchal (Madeira Is) Portugal, Salvador Brazil, Ilheus Brazil +3 more
Next: Nov 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Southern Europe Cruise

South America
From $1,048 · $75/night
Ports of Call
Santos (Sao Paulo) Brazil, Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Maceio Brazil, Las Palmas de GCanaria (Canary Is) Spain +1 more
Next: Apr 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Southern Europe Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,068 · $76/night
Ports of Call
Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Maceio Brazil, Las Palmas de GCanaria (Canary Is) Spain, Tarragona Spain +1 more
Next: Apr 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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14 Nights

14 Nights Transatlantic Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,088 · $78/night
Ports of Call
Valencia Spain, Lisbon (Cascais) Portugal, Funchal (Madeira Is) Portugal, Salvador Brazil +2 more
Next: Nov 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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15 Nights

15 Nights Southern Europe Cruise

Mediterranean
From $980 · $65/night
Ports of Call
Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Maceio Brazil, Las Palmas de GCanaria (Canary Is) Spain, Tarragona Spain +2 more
Next: Apr 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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15 Nights

15 Nights Southern Europe Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,100 · $73/night
Ports of Call
Santos (Sao Paulo) Brazil, Rio de Janeiro Brazil, Maceio Brazil, Las Palmas de GCanaria (Canary Is) Spain +2 more
Next: Apr 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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15 Nights

15 Nights Southern Europe Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,440 · $96/night
Ports of Call
Marseille (Provence) France, Valencia Spain, Lisbon (Cascais) Portugal, Funchal (Madeira Is) Portugal +3 more
Next: Nov 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 77 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 16, 2026Nov 20, 20264 Nights South America Cruise4South AmericaBook →
Nov 20, 2026Nov 23, 20263 Nights South America Cruise3South AmericaBook →
Nov 23, 2026Nov 26, 20263 Nights South America Cruise3South AmericaBook →
Nov 26, 2026Nov 30, 20264 Nights South America Cruise4South AmericaBook →
Dec 3, 2026Dec 6, 20263 Nights South America Cruise3South AmericaBook →
Dec 13, 2026Dec 17, 20264 Nights South America Cruise4South AmericaBook →
Dec 20, 2026Dec 26, 20266 Nights South America Cruise6South AmericaBook →
Dec 20, 2026Dec 27, 20267 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Dec 22, 2026Dec 29, 20267 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Dec 26, 2026Jan 2, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Dec 26, 2026Jan 2, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Dec 27, 2026Jan 3, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Dec 29, 2026Jan 5, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Jan 2, 2027Jan 9, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Jan 3, 2027Jan 10, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Jan 5, 2027Jan 12, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Jan 23, 2027Jan 30, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Jan 24, 2027Jan 31, 20277 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Mar 7, 2027Mar 15, 20278 Nights South America Cruise8South AmericaBook →
Mar 9, 2027Mar 13, 20274 Nights South America Cruise4South AmericaBook →
Mar 9, 2027Mar 14, 20275 Nights South America Cruise5South AmericaBook →
Mar 9, 2027Mar 15, 20276 Nights South America Cruise6South AmericaBook →
Mar 15, 2027Mar 19, 20274 Nights South America Cruise4South AmericaBook →
Apr 1, 2027Apr 17, 202716 Nights Southern Europe Cruise16MediterraneanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 77 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

MSC Musica FAQ

What flag does MSC Musica sail under?

MSC Musica is registered in Panama.

How many passengers does MSC Musica hold?

MSC Musica carries about 3,223 guests with roughly 987 crew.

How old is MSC Musica?

MSC Musica entered service in 2006 and was last refurbished in 2019.

How big is MSC Musica?

At 92,409 gross tons and 294 m long, MSC Musica is a mid-size ship — larger than 74% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on MSC Musica?

Daytime clothing is casual. Main dining rooms and specialty restaurants call for a more polished evening style, while shorts, flip-flops and tank tops are not allowed on Gala Night in those venues.

Which dining is included on MSC Musica?

The main dining restaurants and buffet restaurants are included in the standard fare. Specialty venues such as Kaito Sushi Bar and Butcher’s Cut are charged separately unless covered by a package or Yacht Club benefits.

Are gratuities or service charges added onboard?

MSC applies service charges according to the sailing region and itinerary. Bar purchases also carry an automatic gratuity, with the percentage varying by region.

Is Wi-Fi available on MSC Musica?

Wi-Fi is available in public areas and most cabins, but internet access requires a paid package. MSC Yacht Club suites include an internet benefit under the Yacht Club experience.

Does MSC Musica accommodate passengers with reduced mobility?

The ship has cabins adapted for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, and accessible facilities are identified in the operator’s cabin and deck-plan information. Guests should submit accessibility requirements before sailing because some areas may have access limitations.

What children’s facilities are available?

The ship has a Baby Club indoor playroom, Mini Club, Juniors Club, Teens Club, children’s outdoor pool and games area, and video arcade. Scheduled children’s club activities are generally free, while selected childcare and youth-dining services may carry a fee.