MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in any field of activity, and so MSC Virtuosa was named to pay homage to the skill and expertise of the MSC Cruises architects and shipyard partners at Chantiers de l’Atlantique who designed and built this innovative class of ships. MSC Virtuosa, along with her sister ships MSC Meraviglia, MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa and MSC Euribia, belongs to the “Meraviglia Class”, where the impressive array of onboard experiences come together in perfect harmony with the space and the destinations, to deliver the ultimate cruise holiday experience.
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MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in any field of activity, and so MSC Virtuosa was named to pay homage to the skill and expertise of the MSC Cruises architects and shipyard partners at Chantiers de l’Atlantique who designed and built this innovative class of ships. MSC Virtuosa, along with her sister ships MSC Meraviglia, MSC Bellissima, MSC Grandiosa and MSC Euribia, belongs to the “Meraviglia Class”, where the impressive array of onboard experiences come together in perfect harmony with the space and the destinations, to deliver the ultimate cruise holiday experience.
Whether you’re looking for a duplex suite with private whirlpool bath, a sea-view balcony cabin or a family option, you’ll find it all on MSC Virtuosa.
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Second level
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Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:
24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
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Surface 25 sqm, balcony approx 3-14 sqm, deck 9-14
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The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
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Bella experience available with guarantee cabins.
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Surface 16 sqm, deck 5
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Bella experience available with guarantee cabins.
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).
Bella experience available with guarantee cabins.
Every MSC Cruise is full of fun and discovery for kids of every age, starting with all the activities organised just for them and included in your fare. With a packed program of sports, games, competitions, parties and more, your children will enjoy endless discoveries with their new friends.
Children can discover a world of their own thanks to 5 dedicated clubs for ages ranging from 0 to 17 years old, where they are looked after by our trained, multilingual personnel, certified for safeguarding children.
Each club offers a range of activities designed specifically for the relevant age group, ensuring everyone will be happy, from toddlers to teenagers. The clubs are open every day, so you can schedule your family time around your preferences.
Service Charge / Gratuities are included in the cruise fare.
Tips
MSC Cruises does not recommend tipping individual members of staff.
Bar Service Charges
Onboard bar purchases will incur a 15% bar service charge, automatically added to your final bill.
MSC Virtuosa will offer a superb choice of entertainment for the whole family, from days in the water park or sports centre to evenings in the super-amusement park or the multi-purpose karaoke bar, comedy club, TV studio & bar.
21 bars: 5 outdoor bars with breathtaking view and 16 indoor bars, each offering a unique experience including the first humanoid Robotic Bartender at sea. The robot will be at the centre of an immersive bar experience and will entertain guests in eight different languages.
MSC Virtuosa offers its guests 5 outstanding and unique pools, including one of the biggest and most intricate waterparks at sea. The pools are capable of accommodating over 1,000+ guests with comfort. The Atmosphere Pool, 1.700 m2 with about 10 m2 of public space per guest, is one of the most plentiful to be found at sea.
This futuristic venue is much more than just a bar. It's an immersive entertainment experience.
Featuring Rob, the first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, the MSC Starship Club takes our guests to a different world.
Not only can Rob mix a range of signature cosmic drinks, he also speaks 8 languages, and enjoys entertaining guests with jokes, riddles and space facts. If he's in the mood, he may even show you his dance moves!
This warm, elegant bar offers a carefully selected wine list and creative signature cocktails accompanied by the sound of live jazz music and a pop-up art gallery.
In addition, discover the Art Wall and the current exhibition of Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, the pioneers of Pop Art.
There are infinite choices in this ideal spot to join friends for an aperitif before a meal, or for a refreshing drink at any time of day. From traditional aperitifs, our Signature Cocktails to the contemporary classics, there is something to suit your taste.
Atmospheric and charismatic, our traditional British pub is the perfect setting to drop in for a pint. Serving beer, premium spirits and a wide array of beer based cocktails, the pub is an ideal place to kick back and have fun. If hunger kicks in, you can also enjoy burgers, hotdogs and the traditional beer battered fish and chips made with the freshest ingredients by our talented chefs to satisfy your hunger pangs.
The longest LED Dome at Sea. The indoor promenade features both Main and Speciality Restaurants along with numerous shops.
With 1168m2 of retail space, MSC Virtuosa will exceed the already record breaking retail space onboard MSC Grandiosa, to present the largest shopping area at sea on any cruise ship with 11 state-of-the art boutiques and over 250 brands.
The promenade is destined to become the ultimate destination for socializing and entertainment possibilities for guests.
Virtuosa Bar & Lounge is located on Deck 6.
Enjoy spectacular views in this elegant lounge, offering the Yacht Club bar list of spirits, craft cocktails, beers and wines, soft drinks and coffee drinks. You can also enjoy a fine selection of gourmet finger food throughout the day.
MSC Yacht Club Pool is located on Deck 19.
Horizon Pool is located on Deck 16.
Tropical Pool is located on Deck 15.
Atmosphere Pool is located on Deck 15.
One of the most intricate and exciting water parks at sea, with three twisting slides, a ‘Himalayan Bridge’ and a range of pools, features and activities for all ages.
For the young and the young at heart, two Car racing virtual simulators compete head-to-head in a race that will get hearts racing.
Infinity Atrium is located on Deck 5.
Check out our Himalayan Bridge to take an 80-m sky walk across a suspension bridge located at the aft of the vessel at a height of some 60 metres above sea level. A truly unique place to take your daily constitutional, with superb ocean views thrown in for good measure.
Sit back and enjoy the fun with an exclusive Signature Cocktail at the Carousel Lounge, a glamorous and modern, technology-packed venue specifically designed to meet the needs of Carousel Productions at Sea. This custom-built lounge covers 1,000 sq.m. and can accommodate up to 400 guests.
Taste our Signature Cocktail while you enjoy a pre-show followed by this immersive entertainment experience.
(not included in the cruise
fare, limited spaces, a signature cocktail package needs to be booked).
Relax at the poolside with friends and family, with a refreshing drink from the Atmosphere Bar North. From Signature Cocktails, beers, coladas, soft drinks, coffee and tea there is something to suit everyone's taste.
Located on Deck 16
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.
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.
Our carefully curated small group tours offer both active adventures and easy city sightseeing on electric bicycles.
Reserve today and ride into your next adventure with MSC Bike Adventours.
MSC Bike Adventours Clothing
Ride longer and feel stronger with our pro cycling jersey and race ready bib, designed by Essor Design studio and available exclusively onboard. Available in S – XL.
You can have yours with our MSC Bike Adventours.
Make The Magic Last A Little Longer
One of the joys of cruising is the chance to discover enchanting new destinations in comfort and style. At each port of call, our excursions offer you the most memorable experiences in the most fascinating places, accompanied by experienced, professional personnel. To get more for less from your time ashore, why not take advantage of our Excursions Explorer Package? The package comprises three of the best excursions* available on each cruise at one very attractive price. Please note that this is a limited availability offer and is valid only on selected departures**.
*Excursions Explorer Package cannot be modified or refunded. In the event of one or more excursions being cancelled by MSC Cruises, the offer is not applicable to other excursions different from those included in the package.
**The Excursions Explorer Package is available on selected departures for the following destinations: Mediterranean, Northern Europe, MSC Grand Voyages, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Qatar, Caribbean & Antilles, South America.
Make every moment ashore an unforgettable experience
Explore marvelous destinations all over the world with MSC Yacht Club by immersing you in luxury, exclusivity, and premium privilege, such as private transportation, smaller excursion groups, all-inclusive benefits.
From paradisiacal beach getaways and upscale adventures to authentic cuisine, enlightening arts and craft workshops, storied architectural visits, elevate your journey with MSC Yacht Club Excursions.
Get ready to unveil a world of unparalleled luxury and exploration.
What are Protectours
We are committed to preserving a beautiful world for future generations to enjoy. By focusing on environmental sustainability, PROTECTOURS helps to achieve to this vital goal. All tours involve activities with low 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 bring you to snorkel around a coralline plantation, or take you on a Fjord Safari aboard a catamaran and much more.
MSC Cruises and the environment
The oceans and seas have always been the basis of MSC Cruises and we feel a deep responsibility to preserve and protect them. We care for the environment in which we operate, the guests who sail with us, the people who work with us, the cities we call, and the communities we visit. Our commitment to the environments extends to our onshore activities too. PROTECTOURS is not only a way to offer our guests a variety of shore excursion with less impact, but also a means of encouraging our onshore partners to develop tours that pay more attention to the environment.
Discover each destination with your children at a rhythm that suits families, thanks to our Family Fun excursions. Guided by talented, qualified local guides in constant contact with the ship, they are your passport to new cultures, historic monuments, natural beauty and more.
What’s more, kids get a special price on shore excursions!
Educational interactive game experience for Children: the room transforms into a colourful 3D aquarium that’s the scene of a great interactive game teaching about the importance of care for environment.
Adults can learn about the issues that the Foundation is striving to resolve, about its programs and partners. The guests have the possibility to show their generous support for the Foundation’s lifesaving programs by making direct donations or purchasing stylish collection of MSC Foundation merchandise.
The MSC Excursion Desk can be found on Deck 5.
The MSC Business Centre can be found on Deck 5.
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.
Accessible Vehicles & Facilities
Vehicles equipped with a wheelchair accessible solution. We visit accessible bathrooms equipped with wide doors.
Small Groups with Expert Guides
Local guides are knowledgeable experts of their area, as well as experts in accessibility needs excursions.
Visit at your own pace
Tours made to leisurely visit the destination's highlights while taking into account guests' special needs and facilitating each participant in moving independently.
Step-free Routes
Tours aim at eliminating obstacles and ensure a smooth access to all of the highlights visited
Come and see how we do it! Go “Behind-the-Scenes” and experience what goes into delivering a perfect cruise vacation.
Explore several “off-limit” areas of the ship
Are you ready for the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience on our magnificent cruise ship? This exclusive excursion is limited to small groups of 20 people, so you'll have a truly intimate and immersive experience.
Join us as we take you on a journey through the hidden corners of our ship, where only a select few have gone before. You'll have the chance to see the inner workings of the ship, from the bridge of command, engine room to the gallery and beyond.
A one-of-a-kind discovery tour
Our knowledgeable tour guides and shipboard staff will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and give an overview of the internal operation of the ship.
But that's not all – you'll also have the opportunity to meet the ship's captain and learn about their experiences at sea. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get an inside look at the operations of a cruise ship and to see what goes on behind the scenes. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity – book your spot now to ensure one of the very few seats available!
BOOK THE TOUR ON BOARD AT THE EXCURSIONS' OFFICE
Important Note: it is strictly forbidden to take along mobile phones and cameras and participants must wear only closed shoes.
A choice of 10 dining venues promises something special for every taste including a brand new Indochine restaurant concept - a delicious take on the Vietnamese classics with a French twist.
II Campo is located on Deck 7.
Minuetto is located on Deck 6.
Blue Danube is located on Deck 5.
The Opera and The Symphony is located on Deck 6.
The new fast-casual street food dining concept, offers a selection of Latin American and Mexican-inspired dishes and drinks to be shared and enjoyed in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, open for lunch and dinner. Choose from a tantalising array of dishes from blue corn tacos and nachos, authentic beef empanadas and tasty tamales through to tortilla soup or vegetarian tacos, all to be savoured with our selection of Top 10 Tequilas and Mezcals!
Teppanyaki
Step in, choose your spot at one of four cooking stations and watch your delicious Japanese dishes come to life, right before your eyes. Our expert chefs) cook with flair on an open grill: a feast for the senses that sees flames and the finest sizzling ingredients coming together to form delicious dishes you'll remember forever.
This exclusive restaurant is a world of contemporary Asian culinary emotions.
The traditional American-style steakhouse, Butcher's Cut, celebrates the skill of a master butcher. Serving specialty cuts of meats including dry-aged tomahawk) t-bone, as well as surf and turf, this is a true steak- lovers dream, cooked in an open kitchen, giving onto a relaxed and sophisticated restaurant, inspired by the Golden Age of America.
The extensive buffet area includes various multifunction corners serving international dishes, ethnic cuisine, healthy options and a multitude of other tastes. It’s the ideal place for enjoying a great informal dining experience with a spectacular sea view.
Located on Deck 19.
MSC Yacht Club Restaurant is located on Deck 18.
Days by the pool with the grill, what could be better! We realise that hunger can strike at any time and at the Atmosphere South Bar our expert chefs serve up fresh and tasty specialities hot off the grill 20 hours a day. Satisfy your cravings from our menu of freshly grilled food!
Grab a taste of the sun with our delicious soft serve ice cream, fresh fruit treats from frozen drinks and coladas.
A gourmet ice cream parlour and French-style crêperie dreamed up by award-winning master pastry chef Jean-Philippe Maury. Located in the impressive indoor promenade, it's the perfect place to enjoy a mouth watering made-to-order crêpe, with your choice of delicious sweet or savoury fillings. Treat someone you love to our unique house-made gelato or sorbet. Jean-Philippe Maury's award winning gelato is made on the premises, using only the finest quality ingredients and fresh fruit purees.
French master pâtissier Chocolatier Jean-Philippe Maury brings his award-winning touch to this coffee and chocolate bar boutique where enticingly sweet delights are created just for you in our unique open concept chocolate kitchen. As well as choosing from a variety of exquisite Chef created chocolate candies, guests can also create their very own chocolate bar right at the tablet stations. The boutique offers also a wide assortment of delectable French macaroons and fresh roasted coffee. No matter your preference, there is something for everyone.
Feeling healthy and looking your best is a part of the MSC Cruises experience. Try something new, like high-tech beauty treatments, a soothing sauna or enjoy a Balinese massage. Book now one of our spa packages and take advantage of our pre-boarding rates.
Please note:
In order to grant the best experience to our guests, all Thermal Area experiences are available by appointment only.
Pregnant guests are not permitted to use any heat treatments within the Thermal Area.
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.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
Relaxing on one of our ships will do wonders for you, but we also have a few secrets on board to help you look and feel even better. Make the most of our range of safe and effective Anti-Ageing treatments and return from your cruise visibly rejuvenated.
Get a lasting sensation of absolute wellbeing that will accompany you well beyond your cruise. All our ships are equipped with a Thermal Area where you can enjoy a soothing sauna, a relaxing steam or an invigorating whirlpool bath.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
You can enjoy the expertise of highly specialised staff in aesthetic treatments to offer you excellent results and improve the relaxing effects of your cruise. Customize your cruise with the best treatments for your body. Unwind and feel fantastic!
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
Refresh your look with a new hairstyle! There are different packages which include a personalised shampoo & conditioning mask, a haircut and a single process colour treatment. Leave the salon styled and ready for a great evening onboard.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Charges apply
The large and spacious amusement park provides a large arena where young guests can play sports and games during the daytime... then socialise, party and dance the evenings away.
Fitted with authentic TechnoGym® equipment and featuring panoramic ocean views, the on-board gym is the place to be for all those who take their fitness regime seriously. Hone your physique with a full set of TechnoGym® apparatus every day of your cruise to look better than ever before.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Included
Enjoying time off on your cruise doesn’t need to mean letting your fitness routine slide, so gear up and rendezvous with the power walking and jogging track on deck to get your daily exercise fix while also savouring outstanding ocean views.
Available on: all MSC Ships
Type of service: Included
Come to the outdoor basketball court at the Sport Centre for a chance to hang out with friends, have fun shooting hoops and enjoy a full-body workout at the same time. You may not make the latest line-up of the Harlem Globetrotters, but you’re sure to have a great time.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa.
Type of service: Included
Anyone for tennis? Play to your heart’s content at the outdoor tennis court of our on-board Sport Center. Tennis is ideal for getting some healthy activity, honing your hand-to-eye coordination and having loads of fun. Game, set and match to you.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
Fancy a game of footy? Your wish can be granted at the outdoor five-a-side football pitch at the Sport Center. Team up with some friends or family and play a match against another on-board team. A great way to have fun, get active and turn strangers into friends.
Available on: all MSC Ships except MSC Opera, MSC Lirica and MSC Preziosa
Type of service: Included
ClassCruise Type: ocean
Class: Meraviglia Plus
Ship Size: mega
Style: resort
Operator Reference: msc-cruises
Nursery: nursery
Child Facilities: available
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