Musica class · MSC · In service since 2006
MSC Musica
MSC Musica is a Musica class cruise ship operated by MSC, in service since 2006. At about 92,409 gross tons and ranks #19 by size in the 23-ship MSC fleet we cover.
- 92,409 gross tons
- 964 ft long
Photo: Raffaele.thomann, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Ship facts
- Cruise line
- MSC Cruises
- Ship class
- Musica class
- Entered service
- 2006 (20 years ago)
- Gross tonnage
- 92,409
- Length
- 964 ft (293.8 m)
- Speed
- 23 knots
- Builder
- Chantiers de l'Atlantique
- Flag
- Maltese
- IMO number
- 9320087
About MSC Musica
MSC Musica, delivered in 2006, launched the Musica class, which marked MSC’s step up from its earlier Lirica ships with more space, a more contemporary look and many more balcony cabins. Today it is a mid-size ship in a fleet of giants, which is its main appeal: shorter lines, simpler navigation and a quieter pool deck. Evenings revolve around the theater, the casino and live music in the lounges. The interiors show their age in places, but service has the line’s Italian warmth.
Best for: Travelers who want a calmer, classic MSC ship and value easy navigation over big attractions.
MSC Musica highlights
- First ship of the Musica class
- Many balcony cabins for a ship of its era
- Aurea Spa with Balinese-style treatments
- Lounges with live music most evenings
How MSC Musica 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.
Musica 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 Musica FAQs
How big is MSC Musica?
MSC Musica measures about 92,409 gross tons and is about 964 feet (294 m) long. That makes it #19 of 23 MSC ships we cover by tonnage, and #137 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.
When was MSC Musica built?
MSC Musica entered service in 2006 and was built by Chantiers de l'Atlantique. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.
What class of ship is MSC Musica?
MSC Musica belongs to MSC's Musica class, alongside MSC Magnifica, MSC Poesia, MSC Orchestra. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.
Is MSC Musica 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 Musica 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.