Signature highlights
The Waterfront Boardwalk, glass-floored catwalks, Miami Beach Pool, South Beach Pool, four-deck atrium and panoramic elevators are defining features. The ship also has an MSC Yacht Club area and extensive outdoor spaces.
MSC Seaside
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Heading to: BSOCECurrently on: 7 Nights Bahamas Cruise (7 nights) — Currently at Nassau Bahamas
Miami Florida
→ Nassau Bahamas
→ Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas
→ Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas
→ Miami Florida
→ Nassau Bahamas
→ Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas
→ Miami Florida
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About MSC Seaside
MSC Seaside is the original Seaside-class ship, delivered by Fincantieri in 2017 for MSC Cruises. Designed around outdoor living, it features a sea-facing Waterfront Boardwalk, multiple pools, panoramic elevators, a large atrium and extensive balcony accommodation. The ship offers a broad mix of family activities, specialty dining, entertainment and MSC Yacht Club facilities, making it suitable for passengers seeking a resort-style cruise with strong sea views and plentiful onboard options.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- MSC Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Fincantieri, Monfalcone, Italy
- Registry / flag
- Malta
- Call sign
- 9HA4638
- IMO number
- 9745366
- MMSI
- 248392000
- Draft
- 8.6 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
Dining includes nine restaurants, with specialty venues such as Ocean Cay seafood, Butcher’s Cut steakhouse, Kaito Sushi, Kaito Teppanyaki and Pan Asian cuisine, alongside main dining rooms and buffet restaurants.
Entertainment
Entertainment includes the Metropolitan Theatre, two full-size bowling alleys, a zip line, casino, themed lounges and the Forest Aquaventure Park with five water slides and an adventure trail.
Staterooms & suites
The ship has 2,026 cabins, including balcony cabins, suites with private whirlpools, combinable family accommodations and MSC Yacht Club suites. Cabin categories range from interior and balcony rooms to larger Aurea and Yacht Club suites.
For families
Family facilities include a children’s aquapark area, LEGO- and Chicco-partnered kids’ clubs, a dedicated family buffet, teens’ spaces, bowling and other active attractions.
Pools, spa & wellness
MSC Aurea Spa offers a Balinese-style spa, thermal area, beauty salon and nail boutique. A panoramic Technogym-equipped fitness center provides cardio, strength-training equipment and exercise programs.
Accessibility
MSC Seaside offers a range of cabin categories and public areas designed for cruise passengers with differing mobility needs; passengers should confirm specific accessible-cabin and facility requirements with MSC Cruises before booking.
Environmental features
The ship incorporates advanced water treatment, energy-saving and monitoring systems, LED lighting and exhaust-gas treatment technology. Fincantieri identifies RINA as the classification society.
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 18, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Aug 21, 2026
2 upcoming departures
3 Nights
3-Night Caribbean from Miami Florida via Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas & Nassau Bahamas
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Next: Nov 19, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 9, 2026
2 upcoming departures
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Next: Nov 23, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 2, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: May 31, 2027
1 upcoming departure
4 Nights
4-Night Caribbean from Miami Florida via Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas & Nassau Bahamas
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 24, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 26, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Miami Florida, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas, San Juan Puerto Rico, Puerto Plata Dominican Republic
Next: Dec 21, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Miami Florida, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas, Falmouth Jamaica, George Town Cayman Islands +1 more
Next: Dec 28, 2026
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights
7-Night Caribbean from Miami Florida via Nassau Bahamas & Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve Bahamas
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 16, 2026
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 9, 2027
1 upcoming departure