MSC Poesia

Longest voyage — 29 nights visiting 12 ports on MSC Poesia.

By the numbers

92,627 GT

Tonnage

3,013

Guests

2008

Built

Decks

1,275

Cabins

964ft

Length · 294 m

More specifications

987

Crew

4 star

Rating

About MSC Poesia

MSC Poesia is an innovative cruise ship with elegant style that brings traditional craftsmanship to creative designs. From the spectacular foyer waterfall to the Zen Garden, authentic Japanese Sushi bar and opulent MSC Aurea Spa, MSC Poesia is an elegant cruise ship and perfect for total relaxation. The MSC Aurea Spa has a steam room, sauna, a whole range of beauty treatments and some of the most soothing massages at sea. For our more active guests, sports and fitness activities include a basketball court, tennis court, shuffleboard, state-of-the-art gym and mini-golf. There are 3 swimming pools, 4 whirlpool baths and a giant poolside cinema screen. Children and teens are equally well looked after and have their own clubs and parties, a dedicated Stone Age and Dinosaur Play Area, access to exhilarating video games and even a DJ disco! Food is always at the heart of an MSC cruise and the cuisine on board MSC Poesia is no exception. Each dish is prepared with fresh, quality ingredients by our skilful chefs and served in the elegant surroundings of the main dining rooms Il Palladio and Le Fontane. The varied lounge bars offer wine tasting in the Grappolo d’Oro , refreshing mojitos in the Mojito cocktail bar and indulgent cigars and spirits in the cigar room.

Where MSC Poesia sails

Ports MSC Poesia visits

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Sailing soon on MSC Poesia

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From pp	Destination	Departs	Nights
from $968 $138 / night	Pacific Northwest	Jun 22, 2026	7
from $2,999 $428 / night	Alaska	Jun 29, 2026	7
from $898 $128 / night	Pacific Northwest	Jul 6, 2026	7
from $1,048 $149 / night	US West Coast	Jul 13, 2026	7
from $1,018 $145 / night	US West Coast	Jul 20, 2026	7
from $1,018 $145 / night	US West Coast	Jul 27, 2026	7
from $1,038 $148 / night	US West Coast	Aug 3, 2026	7
from $898 $128 / night	Pacific Northwest	Aug 10, 2026	7
from $748 $106 / night	Pacific Northwest	Aug 17, 2026	7
from $778 $111 / night	US West Coast	Aug 24, 2026	7
from $898 $128 / night	Alaska	Aug 31, 2026	7
from $798 $114 / night	Pacific Northwest	Sep 7, 2026	7
from $728 $104 / night	Pacific Northwest	Sep 14, 2026	7
from $698 $99 / night	Pacific Northwest	Sep 21, 2026	7
from $1,627 $62 / night	Alaska	Sep 21, 2026	26
from $949 $49 / night	Alaska	Sep 28, 2026	19
from $1,422 $59 / night	Caribbean	Sep 28, 2026	24
from $1,201 $80 / night	North America	Oct 2, 2026	15
from $1,056 $75 / night	North America	Oct 3, 2026	14
from $1,378 $91 / night	US East Coast	Oct 17, 2026	15

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Frequently asked questions

What is MSC Poesia?

MSC Poesia is a Musica-class cruise ship built at Aker Yards (Saint-Nazaire) and christened by Sophia Loren at Dover on April 5, 2008. She served as MSC Cruises' flagship until MSC Splendida entered service in December 2008. She currently operates transatlantic repositioning and Alaska cruises from Seattle.

Where does MSC Poesia sail?

In 2008-2009, MSC Poesia sailed 7-night cruises from Venice to Italy, Greece, and Turkey. From 2010, she sailed Northern Europe in summer. As of April 2026, she is repositioning from Civitavecchia to Miami via Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Funchal, and St. Maarten. Post-arrival in Miami (approx. April 23, 2026), she will transit to Seattle for weekly Alaska sailings from May through September 2026, then return to Miami for Caribbean itineraries from October 2026.

What is the history of MSC Poesia?

MSC Poesia entered service on April 4, 2008, with her maiden voyage on April 19, 2008. She served as flagship until MSC Splendida arrived in December 2008. In June 2008, she collided with another vessel in the Adriatic Sea near Dubrovnik when her anchor loosened—no injuries, minimal damage. On January 7, 2012, she ran aground on a reef near Port Lucaya, Bahamas, during the Holy Ship! music festival cruise, and was freed by tugs after approximately 11 hours. On February 22, 2019, sister ship MSC Orchestra struck her while departing Buenos Aires, causing minor bow damage.

Which cruise line operates MSC Poesia?

MSC Poesia is operated by Msc Cruises.

When was MSC Poesia built?

MSC Poesia was built in 2008.