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MSC Sinfonia

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88 upcoming departures  ·  88 itineraries

MSC Sinfonia is a 2,646-guest MSC Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2002. This page lists 88 upcoming departures across 88 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.

✓ Travelers who prefer a smaller ship with traditional public rooms ✓ Families wanting dedicated clubs and an outdoor children's water-play area ✓ Passengers who value several included dining venues
88 itineraries · from $219 ● Where is it now?
Class Lirica class
Built / Refurb 2002 / 2015
Gross Tonnage 65,591
Guests 2,646
Crew 721
Length 274.9 m
Beam 28.8 m
Decks 13
Cabins 976
Max speed 21.7 kn
Flag Panama
Guests per crew 3.7
Space ratio 25

MSC Sinfonia at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 64%

A mid-size ship at 65,591 gross tons — #201 of 566 ships we track. 25 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Travelers who prefer a smaller ship with traditional public rooms
  • Families wanting dedicated clubs and an outdoor children's water-play area
  • Passengers who value several included dining venues
  • Guests seeking a classic theatre, casino and nightclub mix
  • Travelers who want balcony and suite options on a compact ship

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking large modern water parks and many specialty restaurants
  • Passengers wanting extensive adults-only spaces
  • Guests requiring a broad selection of cabin categories with published counts
  • Travelers who prefer newer ships with extensive outdoor attractions
  • Passengers seeking a dedicated luxury suite enclave

Live Position ● 24 minutes ago

Heading to: GRPIR

Currently on: 5 Nights Mediterranean Cruise (5 nights) — Currently at Piraeus (Athens) Greece

Piraeus (Athens) Greece → Katakolon (Olympia) Greece → Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy → Valencia Spain
Coming up
  1. Katakolon arrives 10:00 AM
  2. Civitavecchia arrives 08:00 AM
  3. Valencia arrives 08:00 AM end of cruise
0.0 knots Moored

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

About MSC Sinfonia

MSC Sinfonia is a mid-sized MSC Cruises ship in the Lirica class, originally delivered in 2002 as European Stars and substantially lengthened and renewed in 2015. Its design emphasizes classic interiors, relaxed public spaces and a broad range of family facilities rather than the large-scale attractions found on newer mega-ships. Passengers can choose among interior, ocean-view, balcony and suite accommodations, with dining, theatre entertainment, pool areas, a casino, disco, spa and children’s clubs available onboard.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
MSC Cruises
Builder / shipyard
Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France
Registry / flag
Panama (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
H8XH
IMO number
9210153
MMSI
356716000
Draft
6.8 m
Previous names
European Stars

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features the Teatro San Carlo, Sanremo Casino, Pasha Club Disco, pool complex, outdoor spray park and a 319-square-metre music and dance venue.

For families

Family facilities include Baby Club, Mini Club, Young Club and Teens Club areas, with children’s programming developed with Chicco, LEGO and Namco, plus an outdoor spray park.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the MSC Aurea Spa, beauty treatments, massage rooms, a Technogym-equipped gym, pools, whirlpools and outdoor fitness and sports areas.

Accessibility

MSC lists five cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility. Cabin layouts and ship-wide accessibility arrangements should be confirmed directly with MSC before booking.

Environmental features

During the 2015 Renaissance refurbishment, the ship received hull treatment intended to reduce drag and fuel consumption, along with LED lighting in public spaces.

Deck plans

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

Deck 11

La Terrazza Buffet Caffè del Mare Capri Bar Gelateria Italiana Vitamin Bar Le Piscine MSC Aurea Spa MSC Gym Powered by Technogym Baby Club Mini Club Doremi Spray Park Caffè del Mare Hamburger Paradise Caffè del Mare Pizza & Pasta Thermal Suite Massage Rooms Relaxation Room

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official MSC Sinfonia deck plans from MSC Cruises →

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeSizeBalconySleepsDecks
Junior InteriorBooking codes IM1 and IM2. Inside 140 sq ft — 4 7, 8, 9, 10
Junior Ocean View with obstructed viewBooking code OO; obstructed-view cabins. Oceanview 129-140 sq ft — 2 7
Junior Ocean ViewBooking codes OM1 and OM2. Oceanview 140 sq ft — 4 7, 8, 9, 10
Premium Ocean ViewBooking code OL1. Oceanview 237 sq ft — 4 9

Compare all 6 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

16 included 6 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Il Galeone Restaurant Included
Deck 5
Main dining restaurant serving scheduled breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Il Covo Restaurant Included
Deck 6
Main dining restaurant serving scheduled meals.
La Terrazza Buffet Included
Deck 11
Casual buffet restaurant for self-service meals.
Caffè del Mare Included
Deck 11
Casual food area offering cafeteria items, burgers, pizza and pasta.

Bars & lounges

Manhattan Bar Varies
Deck 5
Indoor bar serving drinks in the main public area.
Shelagh's House Irish Pub Varies
Deck 5
Irish-themed pub serving drinks and providing a casual entertainment setting.
Ambassador Cigar Room Varies
Deck 5
Dedicated cigar lounge with a bar setting.
Sinfonia@Caffè Varies
Deck 5
Café serving coffee and other refreshments.
Buddha Bar Varies
Deck 6
Piano bar serving drinks and hosting lounge-style entertainment.
Café Le Baroque Varies
Deck 6
Café-style bar serving drinks and refreshments.
Sinfonia Lounge & Library Varies
Deck 6
Lounge and library space used for drinks and quiet seating.
Capri Bar Varies
Deck 11
Pool-deck bar serving drinks beside the outdoor leisure area.
Gelateria Italiana Extra cost
Deck 11
Gelato counter serving Italian-style frozen desserts.
Vitamin Bar Extra cost
Deck 11
Outdoor health-oriented bar serving juices and similar refreshments.
Top 13 Bar Varies
Bar serving drinks at the upper-deck solarium.

All 33 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

  1. 2002Entered service, built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint-Nazaire, France.
  2. 2015The ship was lengthened with a 24-metre midsection adding 193 passenger cabins, while public areas, cabins, restaurants, the spa and children's facilities were renewed and the Doremi Spray Park was added.
  3. 2024A scheduled dry dock covered structural, machinery, hull, deck and safety work, with refurbishment reported for passenger areas and accommodations.

Other Lirica class ships

MSC Armonia MSC Cruises · 2001 MSC Lirica MSC Cruises · 2003 MSC Opera MSC Cruises · 2004

Where MSC Sinfonia sails, month by month

Oct
26		 Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27
Mediterranean 7 15 0 3 2 2 15 11 7 0 0 1
From / night $67 $46 0 $72 $54 $106 $94 $92 $151 0 0 $166

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in November 2026 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Marseille73× Genoa71× Civitavecchia59× Valencia38× Málaga35× Alicante34× Livorno32× Barcelona25× Portimão19× Olbia17× Mahón16× Cadiz15×

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,692 · $169/night
Ports of Call
Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy, Genoa (Portofino) Italy, Marseille (Provence) France, Malaga (Granada) Spain +4 more
Next: May 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,693 · $169/night
Ports of Call
Alicante Spain, Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy, Genoa (Portofino) Italy, Marseille (Provence) France +4 more
Next: May 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,769 · $177/night
Ports of Call
Malaga (Granada) Spain, Portimao Portugal, Lisbon (Cascais) Portugal, Alicante Spain +4 more
Next: Jun 20, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,627 · $163/night
Ports of Call
Marseille (Provence) France, Malaga (Granada) Spain, Portimao Portugal, Casablanca (Marrakech) Morocco +4 more
Next: Apr 16, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,642 · $164/night
Ports of Call
Genoa (Portofino) Italy, Marseille (Provence) France, Malaga (Granada) Spain, Portimao Portugal +4 more
Next: Apr 15, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,632 · $163/night
Ports of Call
Malaga (Granada) Spain, Portimao Portugal, Casablanca (Marrakech) Morocco, Gibraltar Gibraltar +4 more
Next: Apr 18, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,673 · $167/night
Ports of Call
Alicante Spain, Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy, Genoa (Portofino) Italy, Marseille (Provence) France +3 more
Next: May 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,642 · $164/night
Ports of Call
Genoa (Portofino) Italy, Marseille (Provence) France, Malaga (Granada) Spain, Casablanca (Marrakech) Morocco +4 more
Next: May 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $1,691 · $169/night
Ports of Call
Malaga (Granada) Spain, Tangier (Tetouan) Morocco, Portimao Portugal, Ceuta Spain +4 more
Next: May 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 88 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 26, 2026Oct 29, 20263 Nights Mediterranean Cruise3MediterraneanBook →
Oct 26, 2026Oct 31, 20265 Nights Mediterranean Cruise5MediterraneanBook →
Oct 29, 2026Nov 1, 20263 Nights Mediterranean Cruise3MediterraneanBook →
Oct 29, 2026Nov 3, 20265 Nights Mediterranean Cruise5MediterraneanBook →
Oct 29, 2026Nov 2, 20264 Nights Mediterranean Cruise4MediterraneanBook →
Oct 31, 2026Nov 6, 20266 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise6MediterraneanBook →
Oct 31, 2026Nov 8, 20268 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise8MediterraneanBook →
Nov 1, 2026Nov 8, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 2, 2026Nov 9, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 3, 2026Nov 10, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 6, 2026Nov 14, 20268 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise8MediterraneanBook →
Nov 8, 2026Nov 15, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 9, 2026Nov 16, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 10, 2026Nov 17, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 14, 2026Nov 20, 20266 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise6MediterraneanBook →
Nov 15, 2026Nov 22, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 20, 2026Nov 26, 20266 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise6MediterraneanBook →
Nov 23, 2026Nov 30, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 24, 2026Dec 1, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 26, 2026Dec 3, 20267-Night Mediterranean from Civitavecchia Italy via Valencia Spain & Barcelona Spain7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 28, 2026Dec 5, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 29, 2026Dec 6, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Jan 10, 2027Jan 16, 20276 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise6MediterraneanBook →
Jan 11, 2027Jan 16, 20275 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise5MediterraneanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 88 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

MSC Sinfonia FAQ

What flag does MSC Sinfonia sail under?

MSC Sinfonia is registered in Panama.

How many passengers does MSC Sinfonia hold?

MSC Sinfonia carries about 2,646 guests with roughly 721 crew.

How old is MSC Sinfonia?

MSC Sinfonia entered service in 2002 and was last refurbished in 2015.

How big is MSC Sinfonia?

At 65,591 gross tons and 275 m long, MSC Sinfonia is a mid-size ship — larger than 64% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on MSC Sinfonia?

The main dining restaurants Il Galeone and Il Covo, along with the La Terrazza Buffet and Caffè del Mare, are the ship's principal included dining venues. Drinks, gelato and some other refreshments cost extra unless covered by a package.

What is the dress code on MSC Sinfonia?

Most evenings use casual or smart-casual dress, with some evenings designated as more formal or elegant. The exact schedule is provided onboard and can vary by sailing.

Is Wi-Fi available on MSC Sinfonia?

Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship, but internet access is sold separately or through an applicable package.

Are gratuities charged on MSC Sinfonia?

MSC Cruises applies its standard hotel service charge and onboard gratuity policies to bookings and onboard purchases. The applicable amount and policy depend on the booking market and sailing.

Does MSC Sinfonia have accessible cabins and facilities?

The ship has cabins marked for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, and accessible facilities are identified in the ship's accommodation information. Specific cabin suitability should be confirmed before booking.

What children's facilities are available?

Facilities include Baby Club, Mini Club, Juniors Club, Young Club, Teens Club, Doremi Spray Park and Games Arcade, with the clubs divided broadly by age group from under three through seventeen.