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MSC Splendida

107 upcoming departures  ·  107 itineraries

MSC Splendida is a 4,363-guest MSC Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2009. This page lists 107 upcoming departures across 107 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Families wanting dedicated children’s and teen facilities ✓ Travelers who prefer many bars and lounges ✓ Yacht Club guests seeking private dining and recreation
Class Fantasia class
Built 2009
Gross Tonnage 137,936
Guests 4,363
Crew 1,370
Length 333.3 m
Beam 37.9 m
Decks 18
Cabins 1,637
Max speed 22.9 kn
Flag Panama
Guests per crew 3.2
Space ratio 32

MSC Splendida at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 86%

A large ship at 137,936 gross tons — #76 of 566 ships we track. 32 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Families wanting dedicated children’s and teen facilities
  • Travelers who prefer many bars and lounges
  • Yacht Club guests seeking private dining and recreation
  • Passengers who enjoy pools, water activities and a spa
  • Travelers comfortable with a large, traditional cruise ship

Think twice if you want

  • Guests seeking a small-ship atmosphere
  • Travelers wanting mostly included specialty dining
  • Passengers who prefer modern, minimalist ship design
  • Guests seeking extensive single-occupancy cabin choices

Live Position ● 41 minutes ago

Heading to: Barcelona

Currently on: 7 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Barcelona Spain — last stop La Valletta Malta

La Valletta Malta → Barcelona Spain → Marseille (Provence) France → Livorno (Florence) Italy → Cagliari (Sardinia) Italy → Palermo (Monreale) Italy → La Valletta Malta
Coming up
  1. Barcelona arrives 08:00 AM
  2. Marseille arrives 08:00 AM
  3. Livorno arrives 07:00 AM
18.0 knots

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

About MSC Splendida

MSC Splendida is a large MSC Cruises ship in the Fantasia class, built in 2009. It combines 1,637 cabins with capacity for up to 4,363 guests, including the MSC Yacht Club suite area. Passenger spaces include multiple restaurants and bars, a theater, casino, sports facilities, pools, children’s clubs and a spa, making the ship suited to families and travelers seeking a broad range of onboard activities.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
MSC Cruises
Builder / shipyard
STX France, Saint-Nazaire, France (now Chantiers de l’Atlantique)
Registry / flag
Panama (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
3FZI8
IMO number
9359806
MMSI
357698000

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship offers four swimming pools, a jogging track, squash court, gym, The Strand Theatre, Royal Palm Casino, Club 33 Disco and an MSC Formula Racer simulator. The forward MSC Yacht Club provides 71 suites with a private lounge, restaurant, pool deck, bar, concierge and butler service.

For families

MSC Splendida has dedicated children’s and teen areas with age-specific clubs and daily activities. Family-oriented recreation includes pools, sports facilities, a 4D cinema and the Formula Racer simulator.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the MSC Aurea Spa, massage treatments, a gym, four swimming pools, a jogging track, squash court and the adults-oriented Top Exclusive Solarium.

Accessibility

MSC lists 43 cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility. Accessible facilities and cabin suitability should be confirmed directly with MSC for the specific booking and requirements.

Environmental features

MSC technical materials identify advanced water treatment and energy-saving and monitoring systems among the ship’s environmental features.

Deck plans

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

Deck 15

L’Olivo Restaurant Top Sail Lounge Movida Bar Children’s Pool Kids Club Lego Club Teens Toboga Toboga – Water Slide Playa del Sol Pool Power Walking Track whirlpool bath MSC Yacht Club MSC Yacht Club VIP Concierge Library MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite

Cabins & suites

CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Deluxe InteriorCodes IR1 and IR2. Inside 294 — 4 5-13
Premium Ocean ViewCodes OL1, OL2 and OL3. Oceanview 93 — 4 5, 8, 13
Deluxe Balcony with partial viewCode BL1; partial, side or shadowed views may apply. Balcony — — 4 8-9
Premium BalconyCode BP. Balcony — — 4 8-13

Dining, bars & venues

19 included 7 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

La Reggia Restaurant Included
Deck 5–6
Two-level main dining restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Villa Verde Restaurant Included
Deck 6
Main dining restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Bora Bora Buffet Included
Deck 14
Buffet restaurant near the pool area.
Pago Pago Buffet Included
Deck 14
Informal buffet restaurant beside the pool facilities.
L’Olivo Restaurant Included
Deck 15
Dedicated MSC Yacht Club restaurant for Yacht Club guests.
Butcher’s Cut Extra cost
Deck 7
Specialty steakhouse serving American-style cuts and related dishes.
Sea Pavilion by Jereme Leung Extra cost
Deck 16
Specialty Asian restaurant serving sushi, dim sum, hot pot and noodle dishes.

Bars & lounges

La Piazzetta Bar & Shops Varies
Deck 6
Bar and adjoining retail area in the central public spaces.
Splendida Bar Varies
Deck 5
Bar located beside the main public areas on Deck 5.
L’Aperitivo Bar Varies
Deck 6
Aperitif bar in the central public area.
The Aft Lounge Varies
Deck 7
Aft lounge with space for music and social activity.
La Prua Piano Bar Varies
Deck 7
Forward piano bar.
The Purple Jazz Bar Varies
Deck 7
Jazz-themed bar.
Sports Fun Bar Varies
Deck 7
Sports bar with game-day refreshments and entertainment features.
The Cigar Lounge Varies
Deck 6
Dedicated cigar lounge.
Top Sail Lounge Included
Deck 15
MSC Yacht Club lounge with drinks and light refreshments for Yacht Club guests.
Movida Bar Varies
Deck 15
Bar beside the upper pool and family recreation areas.
The One Bar Included
Deck 18
Private MSC Yacht Club pool bar for Yacht Club guests.
L’Espresso Extra cost
Deck 7
Coffee venue serving espresso drinks and related refreshments.

History & sister ships

Other Fantasia class ships

Where MSC Splendida sails, month by month

Oct
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Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
Mediterranean 1 10 0 0 0 3 10 6 0 0 1 1
South America 0 3 6 4 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
From / night $118 $64 $112 $126 $154 $74 $82 $143 0 0 $174 $230

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

Ports it visits most

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Europe Cruise

From $1,819 · $182/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 25, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $1,789 · $179/night
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 20, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $1,839 · $184/night
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 9, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $1,879 · $188/night
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 19, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $1,789 · $179/night
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 10, 2028
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

10 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $1,779 · $178/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jun 20, 2028
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Mediterranean Cruise

From $1,107 · $101/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights N/A Cruise

From $1,104 · $100/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 15, 2026
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

From $2,034 · $185/night
Ports of Call
Next: May 16, 2028
1 upcoming departure
All 107 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 30, 2026Nov 6, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 1, 2026Nov 8, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 2, 2026Nov 9, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 4, 2026Nov 11, 20267 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 9, 2026Dec 3, 202624 Nights Europe Cruise24MediterraneanBook →
Nov 9, 2026Nov 15, 20266 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise6MediterraneanBook →
Nov 10, 2026Dec 3, 202623 Nights Southern Europe Cruise23MediterraneanBook →
Nov 11, 2026Dec 3, 202622 Nights Southern Europe Cruise22MediterraneanBook →
Nov 12, 2026Dec 3, 202621 Nights Southern Europe Cruise21MediterraneanBook →
Nov 15, 2026Dec 3, 202618 Nights Europe Cruise18South AmericaBook →
Nov 15, 2026Nov 29, 202614 Nights South America Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Nov 15, 2026Nov 26, 202611 Nights N/A Cruise11MediterraneanBook →
Nov 29, 2026Dec 6, 20267 Nights South America Cruise7South AmericaBook →
Nov 29, 2026Dec 3, 20264 Nights South America Cruise4South AmericaBook →
Dec 3, 2026Dec 11, 20268 Nights South America Cruise8South AmericaBook →
Dec 3, 2026Dec 6, 20263 Nights South America Cruise3South AmericaBook →
Dec 6, 2026Dec 14, 20268-Night South America from Rio de Janeiro Brazil via Ilhabela Brazil & Camboriu Brazil8South AmericaBook →
Dec 22, 2026Dec 31, 20269 Nights South America Cruise9South AmericaBook →
Dec 27, 2026Jan 5, 20279 Nights South America Cruise9South AmericaBook →
Dec 31, 2026Jan 8, 20278 Nights South America Cruise8South AmericaBook →
Jan 5, 2027Jan 14, 20279 Nights South America Cruise9South AmericaBook →
Jan 8, 2027Jan 17, 20279 Nights South America Cruise9South AmericaBook →
Jan 14, 2027Jan 23, 20279 Nights South America Cruise9South AmericaBook →
Jan 17, 2027Jan 26, 20279-Night South America from Rio de Janeiro Brazil via Buzios Brazil & Ilhabela Brazil9South AmericaBook →

Showing the next 24 of 107 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

MSC Splendida FAQ

What flag does MSC Splendida sail under?

MSC Splendida is registered in Panama.

How many passengers does MSC Splendida hold?

MSC Splendida carries about 4,363 guests with roughly 1,370 crew.

How old is MSC Splendida?

MSC Splendida entered service in 2009.

How big is MSC Splendida?

At 137,936 gross tons and 333 m long, MSC Splendida is a large ship — larger than 86% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What dining is included on MSC Splendida?

La Reggia Restaurant, Villa Verde Restaurant, Bora Bora Buffet and Pago Pago Buffet are the principal included dining venues. Butcher’s Cut and Sea Pavilion are specialty restaurants with an additional charge; L’Olivo Restaurant is included for MSC Yacht Club guests.

Is Wi-Fi included on MSC Splendida?

Wi-Fi is available in the ship’s public areas. Standard internet access is generally sold as a package, while MSC Yacht Club accommodations include an internet package under the Yacht Club benefits.

Does MSC Splendida have facilities for children and teenagers?

Yes. The ship has a children’s pool, Kids Club, Lego Club, Teens Toboga, Teen Club and a water slide.

Are accessible cabins available?

Yes. The deck plan marks cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility, and accessible cabins are distributed among several accommodation types.

What is the dress code on MSC Splendida?

Daytime dress is generally casual. Evening programs can include elegant or formal-themed nights, while swimwear is intended for pool areas rather than indoor public rooms.

Are gratuities included on MSC Splendida?

MSC applies a hotel service charge according to the booking market and fare terms. The applicable amount and treatment should be checked in the passenger’s booking documents.