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MSC Bellissima

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55 upcoming departures  ·  55 itineraries

MSC Bellissima is a 5,654-guest MSC Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2019. This page lists 55 upcoming departures across 55 itineraries in Asia, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Families wanting extensive children’s facilities ✓ Travelers who enjoy large-ship entertainment and attractions ✓ Guests seeking many balcony and suite choices
55 itineraries · from $239 ● Where is it now?
Class Meraviglia Class
Built 2019
Gross Tonnage 171,598
Guests 5,654
Crew 1,596
Length 315.8 m
Beam 43.0 m
Decks 19
Cabins 2,217
Max speed 23.2 kn
Flag Malta
Guests per crew 3.5
Space ratio 30

MSC Bellissima at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 94%

A mega-ship at 171,598 gross tons — #32 of 566 ships we track. 30 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Families wanting extensive children’s facilities
  • Travelers who enjoy large-ship entertainment and attractions
  • Guests seeking many balcony and suite choices
  • Passengers interested in specialty dining and bars
  • Travelers who value a dedicated Yacht Club area

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers preferring a small-ship atmosphere
  • Guests seeking mostly quiet public spaces
  • Passengers wanting predominantly complimentary specialty dining
  • Travelers who avoid large resort-style pool areas
  • Guests needing a ship with no obstructed-view cabins

Live Position ● 53 minutes ago

Heading to: JPHKP
18.0 knots

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

About MSC Bellissima

MSC Bellissima is a large Meraviglia-class ship delivered by Chantiers de l’Atlantique in February 2019. Its standout passenger spaces include the two-deck Galleria Bellissima indoor promenade, an LED dome, Broadway-style theatre entertainment, family facilities, multiple pools, and the MSC Yacht Club suite-within-a-ship concept. The ship combines a broad range of cabin categories with extensive dining, nightlife, sports, and wellness facilities, making it suitable for families, couples, and passengers seeking a resort-style cruise experience.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
MSC Cruises
Builder / shipyard
Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France
Registry / flag
Malta (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
9HA4902
IMO number
9760524
MMSI
248992000
Draft
8.8 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Galleria Bellissima indoor promenade with LED dome; MSC for Me technology and ZOE cabin assistant; MSC Yacht Club; Arizona Aquapark; full-size bowling alley; MSC Formula Racer; Carousel Productions at Sea.

For families

Family facilities include approximately 700 square metres for children, LEGO and Chicco partnerships, a LEGO miniclub, juniors club, baby club, Doremi Lab, Webstar room, Nintendo experience, and dedicated youth activities.

Pools, spa & wellness

MSC Aurea Spa offers a Balinese-inspired spa experience with a thermal area, beauty salon, nail boutique, and relaxation treatments. The ship also has pools, whirlpools, and a sports centre.

Accessibility

MSC Bellissima offers accessible cabin options and step-free public areas supported by lifts. Cabin layouts and accessibility features should be confirmed directly with MSC for the passenger’s specific requirements.

Environmental features

Environmental systems reported for the ship include exhaust-gas cleaning, advanced wastewater treatment, ballast-water treatment, oil-discharge prevention systems, heat recovery, and energy-saving LED technology.

Deck plans

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

Deck 6

London Theatre Lighthouse Restaurant Il Ciliegio / Le Cerisier Bellissima Bar & Lounge Edge Cocktail Bar Jean-Philippe Crêpes & Gelato Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Café HOLA! Tapas Bar Galleria Bellissima Emotions - Immersive Gallery Le Cerisier MSC Photo Photo Gallery MSC Shop Fashion Jewellery Luxury Vetrina L'Atelier Bistrot Watches & Sunglasses Fine Watches & Jewellery Plaza Bellissima Perfumes & Cosmetics Mini Mall MSC Excursions Boutique Deluxe Interior Studio Interior

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official MSC Bellissima deck plans from MSC Cruises →

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeSizeBalconySleepsDecks
MSC Yacht Club Royal SuiteCode YC3. Suite 624 sq ft 420 sq ft 4 15
MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with whirlpoolCode YJD; the cabin occupies two levels. Suite 635 sq ft 247 sq ft 4 9-12
MSC Yacht Club Deluxe SuiteCode YC1. Suite 280 sq ft 54 sq ft 4 14-18
MSC Yacht Club Interior SuiteCode YIN. Suite 161 sq ft — 2 14-16

Compare all 17 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

29 included 16 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Posidonia Restaurant Included
Deck 5
A main dining restaurant serving scheduled meals.
Lighthouse Restaurant Included
Deck 6
A main dining restaurant.
Il Ciliegio / Le Cerisier Included
Deck 6
A main dining restaurant identified by different names in the ship materials.
Jean-Philippe Crêpes & Gelato Extra cost
Deck 6
A crepe and gelato counter.
Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Café Extra cost
Deck 6
A chocolate and coffee venue.
HOLA! Tapas Bar Extra cost
Deck 6
A Spanish tapas venue.
Kaito Sushi Bar Extra cost
Deck 7
A Japanese specialty sushi venue.
Kaito Teppanyaki Extra cost
Deck 7
A Japanese teppanyaki specialty restaurant.
Butcher's Cut Extra cost
Deck 7
A specialty steakhouse.
Marketplace Buffet Included
Deck 15
The ship's buffet restaurant.
Atmosphere Ice Cream Bar Extra cost
Deck 15
An outdoor ice cream bar.
MSC Yacht Club Restaurant Varies
Deck 18
An exclusive restaurant for MSC Yacht Club guests.
MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar Varies
Deck 19
A private buffet and grill venue with bar service for Yacht Club guests.

Bars & lounges

Infinity Bar Varies
Deck 5
A bar beside the Infinity Atrium.
Bellissima Bar & Lounge Varies
Deck 6
A piano lounge and bar.
Edge Cocktail Bar Varies
Deck 6
A cocktail bar on the promenade.
Champagne Bar Varies
Deck 7
A champagne bar serving drinks and cold food.
Masters of the Sea Varies
Deck 7
An English-style pub serving drinks and hot dogs.
TV Studio & Bar Varies
Deck 7
A recording and entertainment room with an attached bar.
Marketplace Bar Varies
Deck 15
A bar serving the buffet area.
Atmosphere Bar North Varies
Deck 15
An outdoor pool bar.
Atmosphere Bar South Varies
Deck 15
An outdoor pool bar.
Grand Canyon Bar Varies
Deck 15
A bar serving the Grand Canyon pool area.
Sports Bar Varies
Deck 16
A sports-themed bar.
Top Sail Lounge Varies
Deck 16
A panoramic lounge and bar reserved for MSC Yacht Club guests.
Sky Lounge Varies
Deck 18
A lounge and bar.
Horizon Bar Varies
Deck 18
A bar serving the Horizon pool area.
Arizona Bar Varies
Deck 19
A bar serving the aquapark area.
MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Bar Varies
Deck 19
A private Yacht Club sun deck with bar service.

All 66 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2019Entered service, built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France.
  2. 2023MSC Bellissima underwent a scheduled dry-dock refurbishment in Shanghai, including maintenance, inspections, hull work and renovations to public areas.

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MSC Meraviglia MSC Cruises · 2017

Where MSC Bellissima 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
Asia 7 1 8 5 3 2 2 2 0 6 13 1
From / night $89 $102 $75 $123 $109 $208 $158 $99 0 $146 $134 $205

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in January 2027 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Shanghai32× Jeju Island25× Busan19× Naha19× Tokyo18× Fukuoka17× Keelung17× Kagoshima15× Miyakojima13× Ishigaki10× Sasebo10× Kobe3×

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $2,079 · $208/night
Ports of Call
Tokyo Japan, Hiroshima Japan, Kagoshima Japan, Gangjeong/Jeju Island Republic of Korea +2 more
Next: Apr 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $1,708 · $171/night
Ports of Call
Shanghai China, Kagoshima Japan, Fukuoka (Hakata) Japan, Busan Korea Republic of
Next: Aug 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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13 Nights

13 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $2,734 · $210/night
Ports of Call
Tokyo Japan, Kobe Japan, Kochi Japan, Hiroshima Japan +5 more
Next: May 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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3 Nights

3 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $498 · $166/night
Ports of Call
Incheon Republic of Korea, Keelung (Taipei) Taiwan (China)
Next: Jun 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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3 Nights

3 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $239 · $80/night
Ports of Call
Tokyo Japan, Shanghai China
Next: Jan 17, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $408 · $102/night
Ports of Call
Naha (Okinawa) Japan, Ishigaki Japan, Keelung (Taipei) Taiwan (China), Miyako Island Japan
Next: Dec 2, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $354 · $89/night
Ports of Call
Keelung (Taipei) Taiwan (China), Miyako Island Japan, Naha (Okinawa) Japan, Ishigaki Japan
Next: Nov 25, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $395 · $99/night
Ports of Call
Tokyo Japan, Kagoshima Japan, Inchon Korea Republic of
Next: Jun 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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4 Nights

4 Nights Orient Far East Cruise

Asia
From $505 · $126/night
Ports of Call
Tokyo Japan, Ishigaki Japan, Keelung (Taipei) Taiwan (China)
Next: Nov 21, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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All 55 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 21, 2026Nov 25, 20264 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Nov 21, 2026Nov 27, 20266 Nights Orient Far East Cruise6AsiaBook →
Nov 21, 2026Nov 27, 20266 Nights Orient Far East Cruise6AsiaBook →
Nov 25, 2026Nov 29, 20264 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Nov 25, 2026Nov 29, 20264 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Nov 27, 2026Dec 2, 20265 Nights Orient Far East Cruise5AsiaBook →
Nov 29, 2026Dec 4, 20265 Nights Orient Far East Cruise5AsiaBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 6, 20264 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Jan 11, 2027Jan 17, 20276 Nights Orient Far East Cruise6AsiaBook →
Jan 13, 2027Jan 20, 20277 Nights Orient Far East Cruise7AsiaBook →
Jan 13, 2027Jan 17, 20274 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Jan 17, 2027Jan 20, 20273 Nights Orient Far East Cruise3AsiaBook →
Jan 20, 2027Jan 24, 20274 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Jan 20, 2027Jan 28, 20278 Nights Orient Far East Cruise8AsiaBook →
Jan 24, 2027Jan 28, 20274 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Jan 28, 2027Feb 2, 20275 Nights Orient Far East Cruise5AsiaBook →
Feb 2, 2027Feb 11, 20279 Nights Orient Far East Cruise9AsiaBook →
Feb 6, 2027Feb 11, 20275 Nights Orient Far East Cruise5AsiaBook →
Feb 6, 2027Feb 15, 20279 Nights Orient Far East Cruise9AsiaBook →
Feb 15, 2027Feb 20, 20275 Nights Orient Far East Cruise5AsiaBook →
Feb 24, 2027Mar 5, 20279 Nights Orient Far East Cruise9AsiaBook →
Mar 1, 2027Mar 9, 20278 Nights Orient Far East Cruise8AsiaBook →
Mar 23, 2027Mar 27, 20274 Nights Orient Far East Cruise4AsiaBook →
Mar 27, 2027Apr 1, 20275 Nights Orient Far East Cruise5AsiaBook →

Showing the next 24 of 55 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

MSC Bellissima FAQ

What flag does MSC Bellissima sail under?

MSC Bellissima is registered in Malta.

How many passengers does MSC Bellissima hold?

MSC Bellissima carries about 5,654 guests with roughly 1,596 crew.

How old is MSC Bellissima?

MSC Bellissima entered service in 2019.

How big is MSC Bellissima?

At 171,598 gross tons and 316 m long, MSC Bellissima is a mega-ship — larger than 94% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on MSC Bellissima?

The main restaurants and Marketplace Buffet are included in the standard fare. Specialty venues such as Butcher's Cut, Kaito Sushi Bar, Kaito Teppanyaki and HOLA! Tapas Bar generally carry an additional charge.

Does MSC Bellissima have Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi is available in public areas and cabins, but internet access requires an MSC internet package unless it is included with the booking or experience.

What is the dress code on MSC Bellissima?

Guests should wear appropriate casual clothing during the day and follow the evening dress guidance shown in the daily program. Closed-toe shoes are required for some onboard activities and venues.

Are gratuities or service charges included?

MSC applies a mandatory hotel service charge according to the sailing region and booking terms. A separate gratuity is also added to many onboard bar purchases.

Is MSC Bellissima accessible for guests with reduced mobility?

The ship has accessible public areas, visual, audio and Braille lift indicators, and accessible cabins with adapted bathrooms. Not every lifeboat is wheelchair-accessible, and some accessibility arrangements must be made before sailing.

What children’s facilities are available?

The ship has Baby Club Chicco, LEGO clubs, Doremi facilities, Young Club and Teen Club spaces. Most regular kids-club activities are included, while selected childcare and supervised dining services may carry a fee.