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MSC Poesia
MSC Poesia is an innovative cruise ship with elegant style that brings traditional craftsmanship to creative designs.
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About MSC Poesia
MSC Poesia is an innovative cruise ship with elegant style that brings traditional craftsmanship to creative designs.
Step aboard and you’ll enter a refined world of comfort, from the spectacular foyer waterfall to the Zen Garden, authentic Japanese Sushi bar and opulent MSC Aurea Spa wellness centre with steam room, sauna and divine massages to pamper body and mind, it’s the perfect place to unwind.
There are many sports and fitness activities available on board, including a basketball court, tennis court, shuffleboard, state-of-the-art gym and minigolf. Kids and teens are equally well served, with their own clubs and parties, a dedicated Stone Age and Dinosaur Play Area, stunning video games and even a DJ disco! Plus there are naturally all the resort amenities you could wish for, including 3 swimming pools, 4 whirlpools and a giant poolside cinema screen.
The gourmet cuisine on board brings you specialities from around the world, but retains its Mediterranean heart, rooted in the values of the Italian slow food movement. With MSC, every succulent dish is freshly prepared with care by our skilled chef’s from prime quality ingredients.
The varied lounge bars offer similarly refreshing originality and authenticity, from the Grappolo d’Oro wine-tasting bar to the Mojito cocktail bar and sumptuous design of the cigar room.
Whether a family holiday, luxury treat or romantic escape, MSC Poesia is a ship that offers a truly inspiring cruise experience.
Ship Facts
| Launch year | Language | Gross tonnage | Length | Width | Currency | Speed | Capacity | Crew count | Deck count | Cabin count | Wheelchair cabin count | Electrical plugs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | en | 92627 | 294 meters | 32.2 meters | EUR | 23 knots | 3013 | 987 | 13 | 1275 | 17 |
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Accommodation
Guests can choose from a variety of different accommodation, from interior and ocean-view cabins to balcony cabins and spacious suites.
Premium Suite Aurea
Surface 26 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 15
- Balcony
- Sitting area with sofa
- Spacious Wardrobe
- Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Bath
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Suite Benefits
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Deluxe Balcony Aurea
- Surface 18 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 9-11
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Premium Balcony
- Surface 18 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 8-9
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deluxe Balcony
- Surface 15 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 8-9
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deluxe Balcony with Partial View
- Surface 18 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 12
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds (except cabin 15025)
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Balcony Bella
More information coming soon.
Facilities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Bingo Balcony
More information coming soon.
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deluxe Ocean View
- Surface 16 sqm, deck 5
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deluxe Ocean View with Obstructed View
- Surface 16 sqm, deck 8
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ocean View Bella
More information coming soon.
Facilities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Bingo Outside
More information coming soon.
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deluxe Interior
- Surface 14 sqm, deck 5-11
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
*Cabin for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility has only single beds.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Interior Bella
More information coming soon.
Facilities
- King or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Desk
Bingo Inside
More information coming soon.
Facilities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Entertainment
The superb amenities on board include 3 swimming pools, 4 whirlpool baths and a giant poolside cinema screen. Kids and teens are also well served, with their own clubs and parties, a dedicated Dinosaur Play Area, video games and even a disco!
Teatro Carlo Felice
You’d normally have to travel to New York to see top-end shows, but thanks to our Broadway-style theatres you can enjoy superlative entertainment with an international line-up of artists without having to leave the ship. Take your pick from a fabulous programme, there’s sure to be a show you love.
S32 Disco
With a live DJ and open from 11.00pm until late, the ship's disco located on deck 14 and served by its own bar. It has seating for 172 guests.
Casino Royal
Our casinos are elegantly designed, featuring games for all types of players. You’ll be able to try your hand at Roulette or Blackjack, challenge yourself at one of our Poker tables, or choose among a variety of slot machines.
Le Rendez-Vous Piano Bar
The 142 seat Piano Bar on deck 5 is the ship's reception bar, featuring live piano music and accompanying orchestra.
Il Grappolo d’Oro Lounge & Wine Bar
The Lounge and Wine Tasting Bar with tapas and live music and can be found on deck 7 of the ship with seating for 135 guests.
Each day special wine tastings are accompanied by different bites of food, such as fried polenta with cream cheese, bruschetta and other specialties as guests are guided through the wine selection by experienced sommeliers.
Coffee Bar
The Coffee Bar is an additional charge bar, situated on deck 6 seating 220 guests and with complimentary snacks ranging from pastries to cookies and potato chips served with all drinks purchased.
Coffee packages are available and drinks on offer range from chilled liquor based coffees such as Espresso Martini, American Style Coffee, Cappuccino and Hot Chocolate.
Entertainment on offer here ranges from live music to trivia quizzes, art and craft demonstrations and cookery demonstration
The Giada Bar & Bar Smeraldo
The Ships cocktail bars are the ideal location for guests to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail with live musical entertainment.
They are located on deck 6 with seating for up to 45 guests in each bar.
The Hitchcock Cigar Lounge
The ship's smoking room and whiskey bar is situated on deck 7 and seats 32 guests.
The Cigar Lounge offers elegant surroundings with leather settees and armchairs for guests to relax on and enjoy a cigar accompanied by a drink selected from the range of fine spirits on offer.
Library
The ship's small library and reading room are located on deck 7, with seats for 15 guests. It has a small selection of books in a variety of languages for guests to borrow. It also contains a number of board games for guests' use.
Art Gallery
The Art Gallery can be found on deck 7 of the ship. Guests can view a range of artwork from fine prints, lithographs, water colours and oils which can be purchased during the ship's champagne art auctions.
Cyber café
The Cyber Cafe located on deck 7 is the ship's computer room with 17 workstations and a printer (Charges apply).
Costs are around €3.33 Euros for 10 minutes in the Cyber Cafe or if guests want to spend more time on the internet a number of packages are available as follows (subject to change)
- €10 for 60 minutes
- €15 100 minutes
- €50 for 8 hours
- €120 for 24 hours
Card Room
The ship's card room is located on deck 7 and seats 28 guests.
Photo Gallery
The ship's Photo Gallery on deck 7, displays photos and videos of guests taken by the ship's official photographers which guests can purchase if they wish to. Guests can also have portraits taken with a selection of backdrops or locations throughout the ship.
Shops & Boutiques
There are a variety of shops and boutique onboard. From the MSC Logo shop that sells MSC clothes, souvenirs and toys, Le Parfum selling a range of cosmetics and perfumes including Dior and Marc Jacobs.
La Boutique, on deck 6 sells men's, women's and children's fashion with brands including Polo, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste and Armani, with sunglasses, watches and fashion jewellery.
The Duty Free Shop sells a range of tobaccos, liquors and snacks and is located on deck 6.
Zebra Bar
The Zebra Bar is the ship's second show lounge served by its own bar and dance floor.
It is situated on deck 6 with seating for 477 guests.
Entertainment and activities range from bingo, seminars, Italian lessons and salsa dance classes to audience participation game shows, karaoke and international dance music.
Pigalle Lounge
The Pigalle Lounge is located on deck 7 of the Poesia and has its own bar and dance floor along with seating for 330 guests.
It is a large cabaret style lounge with live shows and bands for guests' entertainment.
Swimming Pool
Arcade
White Party
MSC Factor
Master Chef
Sailaway Party
Beer Festival
MSC Logo Shop
Duty Free
Discover everything the Duty Free shop has to offer, all at tax and duty-free prices*.
You can choose between top-flight international tobacco products, technology products, fine wines, chocolate, make up and travel essentials.
Our expert staff can provide you with all the help you need to make the perfect choice.
Photo Shop
Photo Portrait
Dining
Il Palladio Restaurant
Located on Deck 6, serving a wide variety of dishes, prepared by hand with the freshest ingredients, there's a great variety of choice to be had in the restaurants. One of two main dining rooms onboard, guests will find everything from freshly baked bread, to Italian and Mediterranean styled food here.
Restaurant
Located on deck 5, serving a wide variety of dishes, prepared by hand with the freshest ingredients, there's a great variety of choice to be had in the restaurants . One of two main dining rooms onboard, guests will find everything from freshly baked bread, to Italian and Mediterranean styled food here.
L'Obelisco Buffet Restaurant
L’Obelisco is Poesia’s à la carte restaurant situated aft of deck 13 offering panoramic sea views with seating for 250 guests.
Open for dinner only from 6pm to 11pm and with reservations recommended, examples of dishes served are Tuna tartare, swordfish carpaccio and steamed king crab to start, with Tagliolini pasta with lobster sauce, Vermicelli pasta with carpet-shell clams and cherry tomatoes, Risotto with shrimp tails and zucchini, Grilled T-bone steak and Roast rack of lamb with pistachio crust for main course.
Kaito Sushi Bar
If you're looking for something a little different that's fresh as the sea and oh so healthy then the Kaito Sushi Bar is the place to go. A unique concept where food is all prepared by hand by our experienced master Sushi chefs in an authentic Japanese minimalist restaurant setting, providing a genuine taste of Japanese cold and hot dishes, including sushi, sashimi, tempura etc.
Villa Pompeiana Self Service Café
Villa Pompeina is the ship's buffet and pizzeria, located on deck 13 with seats for 472 guests.
Open from 6.30 to 7.00am for an early birds coffee, the breakfast buffet with a range of stations from eggs to fresh fruit, cereals and yogurts to cold meats, cheeses and breads is served from 7.00am to 10.00am.
The lunch time buffet opens from 12.00 to 2.30pm with food on offer ranging from salads, pastas, carved meats and fish to cheeses, breads, burgers, hot dogs, fries, sandwiches, pizza and desserts. The grill section and pizzeria remain open until 4.00pm when an afternoon tea is served until 5.00pm (with self service sandwiches, filled rolls, pastries, cookies and desserts) and from 6.45pm to 8.45pm a dinner buffet is served with a scaled down selection remaining on offer until 3.30am.
Mojito Ice Cream Bar
Situated on deck 13, The gelato comes in a wide variety of around 16 different flavours from vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, pineapple and coffee to pistachio, kiwi and lemon.
Enrichment
Seek the extraordinary and make your cruise holiday an unforgettable adventure.
We offer an incredible choice of shore excursions to suit every taste: whether you prefer adventure, nature, culture or history, we’ve designed something for you and the whole family.
From Culture & History and our breathtaking Scenic Routes, to our Active & Adventure tours and the discovery of Natural Wonders, to Sea & Sun’s relax, our Something Special experiences and our Accessible Tours, you can enjoy the treasures of each destination in your preferred way.
We’ve also established the MSC Family Explorer Club, Excursions Explorer Package and MSC Bike Adventours, which are unique to our line and available on selected MSC Cruises' itineraries.
Bike Tours
One of the best ways to explore a city is from the seat of a bicycle. Hit the road on your next MSC Cruise on a MSC BIKE ADVENTOURS experience.
See, hear, smell and feel the destination like never before. You’re guaranteed to leave with a deeper connection.
Sustainable Shore Excursions: MSC Protectours
What are Protectours
We are committed to preserving a beautiful world for future generations to enjoy. By focusing on environmental sustainability, PROTECTOURS contribute to that vital goal. 70% of the tours involve activities with zero environmental impact – like walking, cycling, or kayaking – while others make a direct contribution to the environment, for example, tree planting or beach cleaning. So, you can enjoy original insights into the natural world while preserving its beauty and helping to ensure a greener future!
A world of amazing experiences
PROTECTOURS offer you unforgettable experiences in close contact with nature and communities in a variety of environments around the world. Local guides, with an expertise in wildlife or traditions, will help you save baby sea turtles in the Caribbean, clean the desert in Abu Dhabi, explore Iceland by horseback, or immerse yourself in Corfu’s beautiful countryside and the magical world of bees.
MSC Cruises and the environment
Our love and respect for the marine environment are reflected in our certified eco-ships, with their innovative systems for energy saving, waste treatment and recycling. Naturally, our commitment to the environments extends to our onshore activities too. PROTECTOURS is not only a way to offer our guests a variety of eco-friendly shore excursions, but also a means of encouraging our onshore partners to develop tours that pay ever more attention to environmental sustainability. Just one example is that no single-use plastic or other items are accepted on these tours.
MSC Family Explorer Club
MSC Family Explorer Club
Explore the destination together on a fun filled family adventure, inspired by history and designed to cover all the highlights.
Family friendly programming
Tours typically start later in the morning, are shorter in duration and are accompanied by expert guides and story tellers
Tours that the whole family can enjoy
Each experience is developed to keep both children entertained while also providing an enriching and educational experience for adults
Family-Friendly Prices 50% off
Children tickets are always half-price
Peace of Mind
When you choose an MSC Family Explorer Club you can relax in the knowledge that all our tours are operated by carefully selected partners who can easily make contact with your ship throughout the day.
Easy & Accessible Excursions
Explore each destination at your own pace
Our Easy & Accessible Tours make exploring comfortable for everyone!
These tours allow slow walkers, wheelchair, scooter users and any guests that like to leisurely explore, to visit the best each destination has to offer on easy tours created just for them. Through specifically selected itineraries and specially designed tours, guests will be able to enjoy step free routes at their own pace, experiencing the wonders of our destinations in total comfort. Special needs vehicles will be available to accommodate small groups, and tours itineraries will always include access to special needs restrooms.
Please note that vehicles and their wheelchair & scooter requirements (width, height, weight) vary from tour to tour so make sure to carefully check the specific requirements within each tour description.
Health & Fitness
MSC Aurea Spa
MSC Aurea Spa boasts an exotic interior of natural stone, precious woods and rich mosaics, and is equipped with specific and massage treatment suites. Being pampered by a traditional Balinese Massage is a truly unique experience. Thanks to a blend of scented essences and aromatic oils, your body is enveloped in an endlessly peaceful and relaxing aura.
Minigolf
You’ll need to combine hand-to-eye coordination with a deft, light touch to get around our entertaining open-air Minigolf course on board the ship. Get together with your friends and family to see who has what it takes to be crowned the Minigolf King or Queen.
Sport Centre
If you’re wanting to stay in shape during your cruise, there are many sports and fitness activities available on board, including a basketball court, tennis court and state-of-the-art gym For milder exercise, three’s also shuffleboard and minigolf.
Shuffleboard
Shuffleboard is available on decks 14 and 15 of the ship with equipment available from the poolside bar on deck 13.
Medi Spa Center
Thermal Area
Beauty Salon
Hair Salon
Gym by TechnoGym®
Power Walking Track
Basketball
Tennis Court
Volleyball
Five-a-side Football
Deckplans
Deck 16 - Sport
- Top 16 Exclusive Solarium
- Sports Centre
Deck 15 - Alfieri
- Mini Golf
- Shuffleboard
- Premium Suite Aurea
- Lift
- Premium Balcony Cabin (1x Accessible)
- Deluxe Interior Cabin
Deck 14 - Pascoli
- Junior Club
- Teen Club
- Virtual Games
- S32 Disco
- Lift
- Shuffleboard
- Children Indoor Playroom
- Children Outdoor Pool & Games
- Power Walking Track
- Premium Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Interior Cabin
Deck 13 - Foscolo
- Villa Pompeiana Buffet
- Lift
- Cayo Levantado
- Whirlpool Bath
- Mojito Bar
- Coral Bay Pool Area
- Pirana Bar
- MSC Aurea Spa
Deck 12 - Leopardi
- Lift
- Deluxe Interior Cabin (2x Accessible)
- Premium Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony with Partial View
Deck 11 - D'Annunzio
- Lift
- Premium Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony with Partial View
- Deluxe Interior Cabin (2x Accessible)
- Balcony Aurea Cabin
Deck 10 - Carducci
- Lift
- Balcony Aurea Cabin
- Premium Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Interior Cabin (2x Accessible)
Deck 9 - Ungaretti
- Lift
- Balcony Aurea Cabin
- Premium Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Interior Cabin
Deck 8 - Tasso
- Lift
- Deluxe Ocean View with Obstructed View Cabin
- Deluxe Ocean View Cabin
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Deluxe Interior Cabin (2x Accessible)
Deck 7 - Manzoni
- Pigalle Lounge
- Lift
- Photo Shop
- Photo Arcade
- II Grappolo d'Oro Wine Bar
- The Hitchcock Lounge Cigar Room
- Cyber Cafe
- Kaito Sushi Bar
- Card Room
- Library
- Via delle Arti
- Casino Royal
- Teatro Carlo Felice
Deck 6 - Dante
- Lift
- II Palladio Ristorante
- Giada Bar
- Bar Smeraldo
- Lo Smeraldo Jewellery
- MSC Travel Agency
- The Mini Mall
- Place Vendome Boutique
- Le Parfum
- Accessories Shop
- Bar dei Poetii
- MSC Logo Shop
- The Zebra Bar
- Poker Room
- Teatro Carlo Felice
Deck 5 - Petrarca
- Lift
- Le Fontane Ristorante
- Le Rendez-Vous Bar
- Reception Guest Service
- Deluxe Ocean View Cabins
- Deluxe Interior Cabins
- Medical Center