Meraviglia class · MSC · In service since 2019
MSC Bellissima
MSC Bellissima is a Meraviglia class cruise ship operated by MSC, in service since 2019. At about 171,500 gross tons, it carries roughly 5,714 guests and ranks #7 by size in the 23-ship MSC fleet we cover.
- 171,500 gross tons
- 5,714 guests
- 1,033 ft long
Photo: Hashar, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- MSC Cruises
- Ship class
- Meraviglia class
- Entered service
- 2019 (7 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 171,500
- Guests
- 5,714
- Length
- 1,033 ft (315 m)
- Beam (width)
- 141 ft (43 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- STX France
- IMO number
- 9760524
About MSC Bellissima
MSC Bellissima, delivered in 2019, is the second Meraviglia-class ship and was among the first to feature ZOE, a voice assistant in each cabin. Galleria Bellissima, the indoor promenade, sits under an LED dome, and the Carousel Lounge hosts MSC’s Cirque du Soleil at Sea productions. Bellissima has spent time in Asia and the Middle East as well as Europe, which makes it one of MSC’s more far-ranging big ships. It offers big-ship amenities on itineraries that North Americans don’t often see.
Best for: Travelers who want a big, modern ship on itineraries outside the usual Caribbean and Mediterranean routes.
MSC Bellissima highlights
- ZOE, a voice-activated cabin assistant
- Galleria Bellissima under an LED sky dome
- Carousel Lounge for Cirque du Soleil at Sea shows
- MSC Yacht Club suites
How MSC Bellissima compares in size
- MSC World Europa215,863
- MSC World America205,700
- MSC Euribia184,011
- MSC Virtuosa181,541
- MSC Grandiosa181,541
- MSC Meraviglia171,589
- MSC Bellissima171,500
- MSC Seascape169,400
- MSC Seashore169,400
- MSC Seaview154,000
- MSC Seaside154,000
- MSC Preziosa139,072
- MSC Divina139,072
- MSC Splendida137,936
- MSC Fantasia137,936
- MSC Magnifica95,128
- MSC Poesia92,627
- MSC Orchestra92,409
- MSC Musica92,409
- MSC Opera65,591
- MSC Lirica65,591
- MSC Armonia65,542
- MSC Sinfonia65,542
Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.
Meraviglia class sister ships
Sailing with MSC
MSC Cruises is a Swiss-Italian line with one of the youngest, fastest-growing fleets at sea, sailing big, glossy ships in the Caribbean from Florida and across Europe. It is known for competitive fares, kids-sail-free deals, the luxurious MSC Yacht Club and Ocean Cay, its private Bahamas island. Expect a European flavor and a multinational crowd, especially in the Mediterranean.
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MSC Bellissima FAQs
How big is MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima measures about 171,500 gross tons and is about 1,033 feet (315 m) long. That makes it #7 of 23 MSC ships we cover by tonnage, and #28 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
How many passengers does MSC Bellissima carry?
About 5,714 guests, according to Wikidata's record for the ship. Cruise lines usually quote capacity at two guests per cabin; with third and fourth berths filled, the maximum is higher.
When was MSC Bellissima built?
MSC Bellissima entered service in 2019 and was built by STX France.
What class of ship is MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima belongs to MSC's Meraviglia class, alongside MSC Euribia, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Meraviglia. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is MSC Bellissima good for families?
Kids clubs are divided by age, from babies and toddlers up to teens 15 to 17, and MSC partners with LEGO for themed activities and play spaces. Many sailings let children under a certain age sail free when sharing a cabin with two adults, though they pay port fees and taxes. Facilities vary by ship, so check what MSC Bellissima offers for your kids' ages.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, MSC official site.